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What's on in Staples Hill

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Staples Hill.

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Festivals & Events

Festival of Archaeology at Prior Park

Prior Park takes part once again in the Festival of Archaeology, with walks and information on previous digs and projects. Information will be on display about previous digs in the Pasture, as will old finds from previous projects, including the dams project. On selected dates, a volunteer will be available to answer questions and discuss findings. You will be able to view a timeline of the last 33 years, since the National Trust acquired Prior Park, outlining its restoration and changes over the years. Walk the site and find interpretation on different areas of importance, such as the Bath House. There are also two pre-bookable guided walks with the lead archaeologist from previous digs, available to book on the walks' event page (22 & 28 July).

Wed 22 Jul11:00Prior Park Landscape Garden(2.9mi)

via Prior Park Landscape Garden

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play at Prior Park

Summer of Play returns to Prior Park with more fun and relaxed outdoor activities for the children to discover. Lawn games available in the Cabinet near the top of the garden, and by the Tea Cabin at the bottom of the garden. Find the play library by the Tea Cabin, perfect to pop in for a refreshing drink while your little ones explore the games on offer. Don't forget to use our bug spotting sheets and explorer backpacks, available to borrow from the main reception. This year the National Trust is partnering with Pokémon. Thanks to this partnership, children will be given a Pokémon sticker book. Add a sticker every time you visit a Summer of Play site.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Prior Park Landscape Garden(2.9mi)

via Prior Park Landscape Garden

A Creative 2 Day Workshop with Pete Monaghan

Workshops & Classes

Around £400

A Creative 2 Day Workshop with Pete Monaghan

We are thrilled to have the wonderfully talented artist Pete Monaghan lead a two-day creative workshop, designed to break away from conventional drawing and the restraints of formal illustration. Together, we will delve into the world of loose lines, creative collage, and innovative mark-making. Over the course of the workshop, you will explore alternative ways of […]

Wed 22 Jul11:00Caisson gardens(3.3mi)

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Festivals & Events

Festival of Archaeology at Prior Park, guided walks

As part of the Festival of Archaeology at Prior Park, visitors can join a guided walk from the lead archaeologist behind recent digs at Prior Park. Spaces are limited so booking is essential.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Prior Park Landscape Garden(2.9mi)

via Prior Park Landscape Garden

Community

Hubs 300X151

The Hub hasn't given us the full script, but Hubs 300X151 has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Wed 22 Jul13:00The Hub(3mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

April/May 2026

Mark's music sessions are normaly every third Wednesday at 2pm . Bar open. Admission Free.

Wed 22 Jul15:00Mount Pleasant Community Centre(2.5mi)

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Community

Engage - Introduction to Masks

Engage - Introduction to Masks — brought to you by Theatre Royal Bath and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Wed 22 Jul20:00Theatre Royal Bath(4.2mi)

via Theatre Royal Bath

Sports & Fitness

Yoga Breath

The Hub is putting on Yoga Breath and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Wed 22 Jul20:30The Hub(3mi)

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Live Music

The Grapes Jazz Session - Every Wednesday Night in Bath

Looking for live jazz in Bath? Every Wednesday night, The Grapes transforms into a buzzing hub of improvised jazz, where you can expect colourful sax lines followed by solid electric guitar, driven by a powerful and intricate rhythm section on keys and drums. Led by some of the finest local jazz musicians, including the incredible […]

Wed 22 Jul21:00The Grapes(4.2mi)

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The George at Woolley Wine Club - LAUNCH EVENT

Community

Around £48.00

The George at Woolley Wine Club - LAUNCH EVENT

£48.00 for seven wines and a charcuterie plate – or vegetarian option. Everyone buying a ticket will be given a £10 voucher towards their next 2 or 3 course meal at The George. Southern European Wines for the Summer! Introducing The George’s new summer wine list.

Thu 23 JulThe George(2.8mi)

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Community

Around £5

Mini Makers: Cool Printmaking

Discover the magic of printmaking in this fun and hands-on creative session inspired by the work of nationally renowned artist Norman Ackroyd. Young artists will have the chance to explore a cool printing technique, experimenting with textures, patterns, and mark-making to create their own unique and beautiful artwork to take home.

Thu 23 JulVictoria Art Gallery(4.2mi)

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Sports & Fitness