Bear Flat

Just learned that B&NES Council has objected to the proposal to put a new, high mast on The Gore - not permitted development, highly visible, detrimental to nearby heritage assets.

Alexandra Bowls Club Presidents Day Sunday 21 April - come to Alexandra Park to find out about the game. Or drop in on a Monday evening from 6 pm to HAVE A GO.

What a magical morning to be outdoors getting fitter and stronger 💪 The Next trial week at Zest starts Monday if you’d like to join our friendly community of women in Bath @Physioimpulse @FeelGoodBath

We've responded to @bathnes Local Plan - lots of good stuff in our comments on #character, #localeconomy, #ClimateAction bearflat.org.uk/planningandtra…

Proposal for a 5G mast on The Gore - update. The mast would be 60% higher than the current one, wrong for the conservation area and situated close to heritage assets including the Victorian Fountain that we restored. Read our objections here bearflat.org.uk/planning.../cu…

Cornerstone mobile infrastructure plans a communications mast on The Gore (junction of Bloomfield Rd & Wellsway). Bear Flat Association and Bloomfield Bath Residents’ Association object because on grounds of visual impact and proximity to listed heritage assets. More soon!

🚫 Route closed 🚫 The Devonshire Tunnel on the ‘Two Tunnels’ Circuit in Bath has unfortunately closed again due to flooding. Sustrans staff and contractors will continue to visit the site and we will update when the route is reopened.

Save the date: 2 pm Sat 20th July on the Bloomfield Allotments: @mikrontheatre play about Jennie Lee. Read about her achievements here: theguardian.com/stage/2024/mar…

It's market day on Bear Flat tomorrow, and we are delighted to welcome a new stallholder, @welljuiceduk, a local family-run juice business. We're at the Church Hall, Bruton Ave, BA2 4QJ from 9:30 to 12:30 Sat 16 March

@MayorBath @ShareRepairBath @SomersetLL So glad that our partners in the repair café were honoured!

Not my best photo but very happy to have been in attendance when ⁦@ShareRepairBath⁩ received the King’s Award for Voluntary Service from ⁦@SomersetLL⁩

B&NES is consulting on the Local Plan e.g. how to create new homes/jobs and tackle climate crisis. BFA will send its own comments (glad of your input - email planning@bearflat.org.uk) or comment by 8 April beta.bathnes.gov.uk/local-plan. Drop-in session Bath Cricket Club 3-7 pm 4 March

Average age of these women is around 60 just showing us it’s never too early or late to start making #strength and conditioning #exercise a regular part of your week 🤩 #MondayMotivation

Have your say on B&NES Local Plan for future need for homes, jobs, climate. BFA welcomes members' comments - email planning@bearflat.org.uk before 8 April; or comment online beta.bathnes.gov.uk/local-plan; or meet Council officers at drop-in session 3- 7 pm, 4 Mar at Bath Cricket Club

Have your say on police funding and priorities e.g. whether @ShelfordMark will increase the amount we pay for the police. Online survey open until Mon 29 Jan avonandsomerset-pcc.gov.uk/working-for-yo…

Repair Café on Bear Flat this Saturday 9:30 to 12:30 in the community hall on Bruton Avenue. Alongside the menders, experts from @helloCSE (Centre for Sustainable Energy) can give advice on energy usage. No need to book, just drop-in. #EnergyEfficiency #insulation #cakes

It's our AGM at 7 pm this evening - come along for an update on all things Bear Flat. Bruton Community Hall, Bruton Avenue, BA2 4QJ.

Widcombe Schools PTA are fundraising to pay for filters to remove pollutants from air in the school. Their target is £5K and they've already raised over half - to donate please visit widcombejuniorschool.enthuse.com/pf/cleaner-air.