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After Dark - nights to die for
2025-10-19 18:00 - 22:30 (Europe/London) | Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein, 37 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT, United Kingdom
This October, your imagination will be severely tested as The House of Frankenstein’s notorious horror event After Dark presents ‘Parasomnia’ – a twisted journey through waking terror where the lines between reality and nightmares are erased.

Nominated for two International Horror Awards, “After Dark – nights to die for” returns to the House of Frankenstein from 18 October. Those who dare to enter will experience the psychological paranoia of total darkness, confinement and an assault on all the senses as they venture over five floors of torment, whilst encountering hellish characters that tap into our most deep-seated fears…

After Dark – nights to die for challenges visitors to:

• Conquer 10 chambers in a 300-year-old house in total darkness.• Navigate dream-state labyrinths, dead ends and confined spaces.• Endure physical manifestations from the darkest corners of your subconscious.• Venture into the foreboding underbelly of the building.• Devour curious mind-bending shots in the bizarre Carnival Bar.

After Dark will run at Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein from 6pm -10.30pm (last admission 9.45pm) between 18 October – 1 November 2025 on selected dates. Evening Escape Rooms, which include entry to After Dark horror nights, are also available.

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Board Game Night
2025-10-19 18:00 - 23:30 | The Cork, The Cork & Bottle, Westgate Buildings, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset, BA1 1EB, United Kingdom
Join the Cork every Monday night to join in their weekly board games night from 6pm.

Want to win a £50 bar tab? Simply complete their world’s hardest jigsaw puzzle during the evening and it’s all yours!

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Newton Faulkner + Special Guests
2025-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Komedia Bath, 22-23 Westgate St, Bath, BA1 1EP, United Kingdom
Newton Faulkner’s latest chapter in his career is his most authentic yet. He is finally relishing in being exactly who he wants to be. A natural born artist, he has belonged in the room from day one.

He has also adapted to a constantly changing musical landscape; from his debut to his 2009 sophomore effort Rebuilt by Humans, his second UK #1 album Write It on Your Skin, Studio Zoo and beyond, Faulkner has never rested on his laurels and always strived for more.

However, that door he first entered – where control over his own music, the highs and lows of fame and critical categorisation all came at a cost – is now a remnant of the past. The door he walks through now is the one that was made for him.

This is not just a re-introduction. It is a fresh start.

His eighth album Octopus blooms with joy. It’s been more than five years in the making, and is the longest gap Faulkner’s had between records, giving him the space and time to unpack the full scope of his artistry. It bears all the hallmarks of an artist entering a new era. This is most apparent in the album’s visceral lead single ‘Alright, Alright, Alright’. Loud, energetic, fierce… all words you wouldn’t usually associate with Faulkner – but now you should. Interestingly, the track is harnessed not by guitar, but by a Hofner Violin Bass fizzing with distortion. Rather than his trusted acoustic guitar, it was this instrument which unlocked a different approach to songwriting for Faulkner across the album. Like rotating parts of a Rubik’s cube, new possibilities opened with every turn.

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Rope (1948) + Macramé Workshop
2025-10-20 16:00 - 20:30 | Burdall’s Yard, 7A Anglo Terrace, Bath, BANES, BA1 5NH, United Kingdom
A murder. A dinner party. A decorative knot. Alfred Hitchcock’s taut psychological thriller Rope (1948) is the perfect film to pair with an evening of creative tension.

Join queer horror collective Reel Life Monsters for a one-of-a-kind event combining craft and cinema. The evening begins with a hands-on macramé workshop—no experience needed, all materials provided—followed by a screening of Rope, a chilling tale of arrogance, morality, and murder, shot in a groundbreaking continuous-take style.

Macramé workshop followed by film screening.

Materials provided | Bar open throughout.

Come for the knots. Stay for the thrill.

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People of colour in Georgian Bath
2025-10-20 17:30 - 19:00 | BRLSI, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset, BA1 2HN, United Kingdom
Join National Trust curator, Dr Tim Moore, for a journey into the vibrant histories of people of colour in Georgian-era Bath. This talk explores the untold narratives of the communities who lived and thrived in the city, shedding light on their experiences, challenges, and contributions.

Drawing on extensive curatorial research, the talk will delve into how venues like Bath Assembly Rooms served as an important platform for championing people of colour and acted as an early celebration of black talent. Discover the methods used to uncover these stories and celebrate the rich, diverse heritage often overlooked in Bath’s history.

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Wet Wet Wet
2025-10-20 19:30 - 21:00 | The Forum Bath, 1A Forum Buildings, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1UG, United Kingdom
Following on from a sold-out tour earlier in 2024 which saw them perform to tens of thousands across the country, the iconic Wet Wet Wet have announced a huge tour of the UK for 2025.

Featuring founding member Graeme Clark, accompanied as ever by long-standing guitarist Graeme Duffin, and fronted by Kevin Simm, the band will perform two sets of dates in 2025.

The ‘Wets’ will bring to the stage their catalogue of legendary and defining hits, including the likes of ‘Sweet Little Mystery’, ‘Angel Eyes’, ‘Goodnight Girl’, ‘With a Little Help from My Friends’, ‘Sweet Surrender’, ‘Julia Says’ and more.

They will also perform the ubiquitous hit ‘Love Is All Around’, their cover of The Troggs’ 1960s song, which this May, celebrates 30 years since it became the soundtrack to the summer of 1994.

Recorded for the Richard Curtis film Four Weddings and a Funeral, the song became a monumental worldwide hit which spent an incredible 15 consecutive weeks at No.1 on the UK Singles Chart, an all-time record for a British artist that still stands.

On the tour dates for 2025 Wet Wet Wet will be joined by special guest Heather Small who will be opening all the shows. Having rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the band M People, Heather is known for hits like ‘Moving on Up’ and ‘Search for the Hero.’ With a career spanning several decades, her distinct vocal style and charismatic stage presence have earned her a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.

Heather Small touring with Wet Wet Wet came about in serendipitous circumstances, as founding member Graeme Clark explains:

‘To be back playing live, in the band I love, playing the songs I love, to people I love, completely fills my heart and soul. We can’t wait to see everybody again throughout 2025 in a venue close by! We were headlining a festival in Dubai recently where we bumped into the wonderful Heather Small and we are absolutely delighted that she’s accepted our invitation to join us as special guest on all of our tour dates next year. Simply put, these shows are not to be missed!’

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How Our Virtual World Impacts Our Physical World
2025-10-20 19:30 - 21:00 | BRLSI, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset, BA1 2HN, United Kingdom
Oliver Cronk explores the profound and often overlooked geographical and environmental implications of our expanding digital world. Oliver discusses both the environmental costs of our digital infrastructure and technology’s powerful potential as a tool for environmental protection. Reveals the hidden connections between our virtual activities and their very real physical consequences across the planet.

Oliver Cronk leads Technology Strategy, Research and Development at Scott Logic, a UK-based B Corp software and data consultancy, where he also heads the Sustainable Technology practice. With over 25 years’ experience spanning energy, environment, finance, government, and technology sectors, Oliver brings a unique perspective on the geographical and environmental implications of our digital world.

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Pint & A Laugh
2025-10-20 19:30 - 22:00 | The Jesters, 17 Alfred St, Bath, BANES, BA1 2QU, United Kingdom
Pint And A Laugh is your go-to comedy night where fresh faces and seasoned comics test out new material. The jokes might miss, but the beer never does!Doors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM | Tickets: £5 / £3 students

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SKINT! - Bath's Cheapest Clubnight
2025-10-20 22:00 - 2025-10-21 03:00 | Labyrinth, 8 North Parade, Bath, BA1 6BY
Skint is the crowd favourite… drink price exchange, top DJs, free Skint tees, free toasties & crisps and the cheapest drinks in Bath starting from 99p.

99p tickets with FREE BOMB

EVERY MONDAY AT SKINT

99p BOMBS EVERY WEEK 99p TICKETS EVERY WEEK Skint Drinks Stock Exchange! £2 VKS / £3.50 DOUBLES ALL NIGHT! FREE Cheese Toasties FREE Skint T-Shirts FREE Skint Bottomless Crisp Station 4 Rooms / 3 Music Policies Skint Request Room – You choose, we play! 1000’s giveaways & freebies Crazy themes & takeovers Skint? WE GOT YOU! competitions OPEN UNTIL 3AM

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Death on the Nile
2025-10-21 00:00 - 2025-10-25 23:59 | Theatre Royal, Sawclose, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset, BA1 1ET, United Kingdom
Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for.

On board a luxurious cruise under the heat of the Egyptian sun, a couple’s idyllic honeymoon is cut short by a brutal murder. As secrets that have been buried in the sands of time finally resurface, can the world-famous detective, Hercule Poirot, untangle the web of lies and solve another crime?

Following the sell-out tours of And Then There Were None and Murder on the Orient Express, Death on the Nile will feature star of stage and screen Mark Hadfield (Belfast; Outlander; Wallander) as Poirot. This production reunites writer Ken Ludwig, celebrated director Lucy Bailey (Witness for the Prosecution), and Fiery Angel for this a brand-new adaptation of the globally renowned Agatha Christie story.

Reviews for Murder on the Orient Express from the same production team

★★★★ “First class. Beautifully done” Daily Mail

★★★★ “Stylish and suspenseful” The Stage

★★★★ “Gripping entertanment” The Guardian on Lucy Bailey’s Love From a Stranger

★★★★★ “Theatre at its most riveting… sensational” The Guardian on Lucy Bailey’s Oleanna

★★★★ “Bailey turns the screw with every scene” Whatsonstage on Lucy Bailey’s Gaslight

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Home Educators Workshop: Discover Jane Austen
2025-10-21 10:30 - 12:00 | No.1 Royal Crescent, 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LR
Join No.1 Royal Crescent for a fun, interactive workshop exploring Jane Austen’s life and writing. Get to know her stories and characters and try out imaginative activities to inspire your own creative writing.

You’ll also get the chance to explore their exhibition The Most Tiresome Place in the World: Jane Austen in Bath and handle historical objects.

This workshop is for home educated children and teens. Recommended for ages 9+

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Big Night: A Celebration of Film & Food
2025-10-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Boston Tea Party – Alfred Street, 8 Alfred Street, Bath, BANES, BA1 2QU, United Kingdom
Pull up a chair for a night where cinema meets the supper table.

Join Bath Film Festival and Bath Community Kitchen for Big Night (1996) — a richly layered, deeply satisfying film about two Italian brothers who stake everything on one spectacular evening at their struggling 1950s restaurant. Starring Stanley Tucci, Tony Shalhoub and Isabella Rossellini, it’s a moving, funny, and mouth-watering celebration of family, food, and the pursuit of a dream.

Guests will enjoy a menu inspired by the dishes on screen.

On arrival: enjoy a glass of fizz and appetisers.After the film: a shared meal featuring a generous main course and an indulgent dessert — all inspired by the feast at the heart of the story.Crafted by Bath Community Kitchen, this is food with purpose: cooked from the heart and served with community spirit.

The bar will be open throughout.Booking essential – limited capacity. Venue: Boston Tea Party (Alfred Street).

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Big Night: A Celebration of Film & Food
2025-10-21 18:00 - 21:30 | Boston Tea Party – Alfred Street, 8 Alfred Street, Bath, BANES, BA1 2QU, United Kingdom
Pull up a chair for a night where cinema meets the supper table.

Join Bath Film Festival and Bath Community Kitchen for Big Night (1996) — a richly layered, deeply satisfying film about two Italian brothers who stake everything on one spectacular evening at their struggling 1950s restaurant. Starring Stanley Tucci, Tony Shalhoub and Isabella Rossellini, it’s a moving, funny, and mouth-watering celebration of family, food, and the pursuit of a dream.

Guests will enjoy a menu inspired by the dishes on screen:

On arrival: enjoy a glass of fizz and appetisers served on arrivalAfter the film: a shared meal featuring a generous main course and an indulgent dessert — all inspired by the feast at the heart of the storyCrafted by Bath Community Kitchen, this is food with purpose: cooked from the heart and served with community spirit.

The bar will be open throughout.Booking essential – limited capacity.

One unforgettable evening. One big night.

Doors: 17:30Appetisers: 18:00Film: 18:30Meal: 20:30

The meal will be vegetarian, but due to the nature of the event we can’t cater for vegan, gluten intolerance or other dietary requirements. We hope to offer more food options in future events if this one is a success! If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to email hello@filmbath.org.uk

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Celebrating Black History Month: Lanre Bakare for We Were There
2025-10-21 18:30 - 21:00 | Topping & Company Booksellers of Bath, York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG, United Kingdom
**Topping & Company Black History Month Festival**

‘A vital corrective that enhances our understanding of black British history’ STEVE MCQUEEN

We Were There is a crucial new portrait of a modern Black Britain that for too long has been unknown and unexplored – the one that exists beyond London.

From the late 1970s to the early 1990s Britain was in tumult: rocked by Margaret Thatcher’s radical economic policy, the rise of the National Front, widespread civil unrest. With anti-immigration policies in the political mainstream, Black lives were on the frontline of a racial reckoning – but it was also a time of unrivalled Black cultural creation, organising and resistance. This was the crucible in which modern Britain came into existence.

This book spotlights, for the very first time, the extraordinary Black lives in once-rich cities now home to failing industries: the foundries of Birmingham, the docks of Liverpool and Cardiff, the mills of Bradford. We are in Wigan, Wolverhampton, Manchester and the green expanse of the British countryside. We meet feminists and Rastafarians, academics and pan-Africanists, environmental campaigners and rugby-league superstars; witness landmark campaigns against miscarriages of justice; encounter radical groups of artists and pioneering thinkers; tread dancefloors that hosted Northern Soul all-nighters and the birth of Acid House.

Lanre Bakare is a Guardian arts and culture correspondent focusing on the intersection of art, race and culture across multiple disciplines.

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Monsterland with Nicholas Jubber
2025-10-21 19:00 - 21:30 | Mr B’s Emporium Bookshop, 14-15, John St, Bath, BA1 2JL
Mr B’s are thrilled to welcome award-winning author Nicholas Jubber to Bath to celebrate the release of his new book, Monsterland: A Journey Around the World’s Dark Imagination.

Monsters, in all their terrifying glory, have preoccupied humans since we began telling stories. But where did these stories come from? We hope you’ll join us for what is sure to be a suitably spooky evening, as we follow Nicholas Jubber on a journey around the globe, exploring the monsters that have fascinated us for centuries…

Nicholas Jubber is a British travel writer, and is the author of several books including The Fairy Tellers: A Journey into the Secret History of Fairy Tales for which we hosted him for an event in 2022. He has travelled throughout South America, Europe, the Middle East and East Africa. He has worked as a journalist and is also a produced playwright; one of his plays was staged at the Edinburgh Festival.

About the Book:

In Monsterland, award-winning author Nicholas Jubber goes on a journey to discover more about the monsters we’ve invented, lurking in the dark and the wild places of the Earth – giants, dragons, ogres, zombies, ghosts, demons – all with one thing in common: their ability to terrify.

His far-ranging adventure takes him across the world. He sits on the thrones of giants in Cornwall, visits the shrine of a beheaded ogre near Kyoto, travels to an eighteenth-century Balkan vampire’s forest dwelling, and paddles among the shapeshifters of the Louisiana bayous. On his travels, he discovers that the stories of the people and places that birthed them are just as fascinating as the creatures themselves.

Artfully written, Monsterland is a spellbinding interrogation into why we need these monsters and what they can tell us about ourselves – how they bind communities together as much as the cruelly cast away outsiders.

‘Like a child after the Pied Piper I pursued Jubber into a world both human and full of magic. A carnival of a book, rigorously researched and jostling with life’ AMY JEFFS

‘Magical tales about magical tales and tellers. Jubber, congenially and fascinatingly, explores the land from which the great fairy stories seeped, making the stories more resonant, powerful and important than ever’ CHARLES FOSTER, author of Being a Human and Being a Beast

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Cats In Space & Rosalie Cunningham
2025-10-21 19:15 - 22:10 | Komedia Bath, 22-23 Westgate St, Bath, BA1 1EP, United Kingdom
Co Headliner event – from two of the most current acclaimed live Rock bands in the UK.

Rosalie Cunningham (7.15pm – 8.30pm) – an award-winning eclectic mix of prog, psychedelia, pop and glam rock. The band are currently cooking up a storm in Europe and are much in demand on the festival circuit.

‘If Kate Bush and the Beatles had a baby it would be Rosalie Cunningham” (Classic Rock Magazine)

2024’s To Shoot Another Day “….is bursting with influences from the 60s and 70s, woven together with a modern twist” – Now Spinning Magazine.

Cats in Space (8.55pm – 10.10pm) – the charting Kings of new Classic Rock celebrate their first 10 years with further UK dates. Their most recent album (Oct 24), ‘Time Machine’ was Fireworks Magazine Number 1 album of 2024 – ‘they’ve taken Classic Rock and glam themes and layered upon them their own magic touches with an end result that spans the decades’

Expect classy production, wall of sound harmonies, loud guitars and grandiose piano from one of the UKs best live rock bands.

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Sherlock Holmes and the Man Who Believed in Fairies
2025-10-22 00:00 - 2025-10-23 23:59 | Ustinov Studio, 1 Saw Close, Bath, BANES, BA1 1EY, United Kingdom
If you think the Cottingley Fairies was just a straightforward hoax, think again!

The famous detective is pitted against his own creator in a titanic battle of wits as they both aim to prove and disprove the reality of the infamous wartime fairy photographs.

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Research Showcase: Age Friendly Cities
2025-10-22 10:30 - 15:30 | Percy Community Centre, New King Street, Bath, BANES, BA1 2BN, United Kingdom
Join researchers from the University of Bath and community partners and learn more about their collaborative work on the Age Friendly Cities and Communities. For 2 hours over lunch, discover collaborative research on a range of topics including, Transportation, Housing, Social Cohesion, Exercise and Living Well, Economic Growth and Productivity, and more about how we might work together in ways that support different organisational priorities and, in the process, how organisations and researchers can learn from each other.

Community-based or civil society organisations are being offered a free morning masterclass on Research Policy and Practice (10.30am-12pm).

Drop-in to the Research Assembly showcase exhibition between 12pm and 2pm to find out more about how the University of Bath and partners are working towards making our region and its communities Age Friendly.

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IMDb Awards
2025-10-22 18:00 - 22:00 | Komedia Bath, 22-23 Westgate St, Bath, BA1 1EP, United Kingdom
A celebration of the next generation of cinematic storytellers.

The IMDb Awards return for 2025 with a refreshed format, uniting the Script to Screen and New Filmmaker Awards into one compelling evening that champions bold new talent in film and screenwriting.

What to expect:

Live readings of five shortlisted scripts performed by actorsScreenings of five shortlisted short films from exciting emerging voicesIndustry panel deliberations and live announcements of both award winnersOpportunities to connect with fellow filmmakers, programmers, and creatives during scheduled breaksThe event will be live-streamed by Bath Spa University, giving a wider platform to finalists and offering national and international visibility.

Prizes include:

Script to Screen: £7,000 production grant and £1,000 in-kind equipment hireNew Filmmaker: £2,000 development award and £1,000 in-kind equipment hireWhether you’re a filmmaker, a student, or a film enthusiast, this is a chance to experience new talent breaking through, all in one evening.

Presented by Bath Film Festival in partnership with IMDb.

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Peter Ross for Upon A White Horse: Journeys in Ancient Britain and Ireland
2025-10-22 18:30 - 21:00 | Topping & Company Booksellers of Bath, York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG, United Kingdom
From the author of Steeple Chasing comes a chronicling of the ancient monuments which populate our landscapes, and what they can reveal.

‘I’m a card-carrying admirer of Peter Ross’ – Robert Macfarlane

Beautiful and strange, ancient monuments have long captured our attention and curiosity. We stand in awe before them, asking who created the Uffington White Horse – and why? What was it like to live in the shadow of Hadrian’s Wall? What stories would the towering megaliths of Stonehenge and Avebury tell if they could speak?

Uncovering the enduring mystery of ancient sites, award-winning writer Peter Ross once again invites readers to travel with him as he celebrates their influence on art, culture and society, explores the way their meaning has evolved over time and simply delights in their magic.

Combining historical research and archaeological insights with stories from people to whom these sites are particularly important, Upon A White Horse journeys into the deep past of Britain and Ireland’s ancient landscapes.

Peter Ross is an Orwell journalism fellow. His writing has appeared in national newspapers and magazines in the UK and US. His won the non-fiction prize at Scotland’s National Book Awards with A Tomb With A View: The Stories & Glories of Graveyards, and his most recent book, Steeple Chasing, was a Sunday Times bestseller and was selected as Waterstones Non-Fiction Book of the Month. He is also author of the collections Daunderlust and The Passion Of Harry Bingo.

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Live Jazz, Funk, Soul and Swing at Green Park Brasserie
2025-10-22 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-23 18:30 - 22:00 | Green Park Brasserie, 6 Green Park Rd, Bath, BA1 1JB, United Kingdom
Soak up the buzzing atmosphere at Green Park Brasserie with live music four nights a week – every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, 6.30pm – 10pm.

Based in the historic old Green Park railway station, this is one of Bath’s best bars and restaurants. Enjoy cocktails,craft and beer and award winning food from their Brasserie and Bath Pizza Co kitchens – available 7 days a week.Enjoy the sunny terraces throughout the summer months or cosy up with live music and candlelit tables through the cooler seasons.

For up to date timings and booking for live music tables, click below

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Wedding Open Evening
2025-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | The Roman Baths, Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LZ, United Kingdom
Visit one of the most unique and atmospheric wedding venues in the country and see how it might look on your own wedding day. Meet the Roman Baths’ helpful team, try some delicious food and drink, and be introduced to some of their most trusted suppliers.

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Newbie Night (Open Mic)
2025-10-22 19:30 - 22:00 | The Jesters, 17 Alfred St, Bath, BANES, BA1 2QU, United Kingdom
Every Wednesday, The Jesters opens the stage to 12 brand-new or developing acts, each with 5 minutes to make some noise, test some material, and maybe even bring the house down. No need to be ‘in the scene’ just turn up, sign up, and give it a go. Sign-up runs from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the club. Names are drawn at 7:30pm sharp, with the show starting shortly after. Come to perform, or come to support comedy’s newest fools—all for just £1. In partnership with Big Squash Comedy at The Saracen’s Head, performers can double up and do two open mics in one night meaning more stage time, more fun, more jester energy.Doors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM | Tickets: £1

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Big Squash Comedy
2025-10-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Saracen’s Head, 42 Broad Street, Bath, BANES, BA1 5LP, United Kingdom
A weekly new material comedy night located in Bath’s oldest pub. Free of charge with a new lineup of excellent acts each week

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Philip Pullman 'The Rose Field' Masquerade Ball at Waterstones
2025-10-22 22:00 - 2025-10-23 00:30 | Waterstones, 4-5 Milsom St, Bath, BA1 1DA, United Kingdom
Dance the night away at Waterstones’ Midnight Launch of Philip Pullman’s The Rose Field. From 10pm, you can enjoy dancing and themed crafts, drinks, and snacks. At midnight you will have the opportunity to be one of the first to get your hands on a copy of The Rose Field.

Dress to impress in your tuxes and ballgowns – there will be a prize for best masked guest!

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Film Industry Day
2025-10-23 09:30 - 17:00 | The Forum Bath, 1A Forum Buildings, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1UG, United Kingdom
Calling all filmmakers, screenwriters, producers and creatives – Bath Film Festival’s Industry Day is back for 2025.

Join FilmBath for a full day of talks, panels, workshops and networking designed to support and inspire the South West’s film talent. From funding advice to career insights, from AI in filmmaking to inclusive storytelling, this is your chance to hear directly from industry leaders, connect with collaborators, and get the tools to take your next steps.

Whether you’re just starting out or already making waves, Industry Day is your space to learn, share and grow.

Tickets are £20 per person, which includes access to the full day’s programme and a delicious lunch provided by Bandook Restaurant.

What to expect:

Inspiring panels with filmmakers, funders and talent execsSkills-based workshops on pitching, production, and career pathwaysNetworking sessions with producers, partners and fellow creativesA friendly, welcoming space for building your creative communityLet’s shape the future of film – together.

Spaces are limited – early booking recommended.

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Exhibition talk: Most Tiresome Place in the World
2025-10-23 17:30 - 19:00 | No.1 Royal Crescent, 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LR
Take a deeper dive into the themes of the exhibition The Most Tiresome Place in the World: Jane Austen & Bath, with curator Izzy Wall.

Enjoy a talk about Jane Austen’s background, and the author’s complex relationship with Bath before visiting the exhibition, with Izzy on hand in the gallery to answer any questions.

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Celebrating Black History Month: Kehinde Andrews for Nobody Can Give You Freedom
2025-10-23 18:30 - 21:00 | Topping & Company Booksellers of Bath, York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG, United Kingdom
**Topping & Company Black History Month Festival*

Kehinde Andrews returns to Bath discuss his brand new book on the real political mission of Malcolm X, and why it needs resurrecting now – 100 years after his birth…

Malcolm X is a titanic figure in political history, but he is also one of the most misunderstood. So much of what we know about his life and politics is from books, films and documentaries guilty of peddling the Malcolm myth. Forever known as the violent Yang to Martin Luther King’s Yin, in the years since his death he has been co-opted into the American project, punished by his enemies for his radicalism, and marginalised by decades of governments, academics and activists.

But here, for the first time, Malcolm is rediscovered. On the centenary of his birthday, in a world shaken by decades of injustice and racism, Malcolm’s political mission is more urgent than ever. In Nobody Can Give You Freedom, Kehinde Andrews reveals his real revolutionary programme.

Kehinde Andrews is the UK’s first professor of Black Studies at Birmingham City University where he led the establishment of the first Black Studies programme in Europe. He is the author of The Psychosis of Whiteness, The New Age of Empire: How Racism and Colonialism Still Rule the World, and Back to Black: Retelling Black Radicalism for the 21st Century.

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An Evening with Jung Chang of Wild Swans
2025-10-23 18:30 - 21:00 | St Mary’s Church, Darlington Street, Bathwick, Bath, Bath & North East Somerset, BA2 4EB, United Kingdom
This is a family memoir that has the breadth of the most enduring social history.’ – Martin Amis

After 33 years, Jung Chang takes to the page to write the sequel of the internationally acclaimed Wild Swans: Three Daughters of China.

Jung Chang’s Wild Swans was a book that defined a generation, an epic personal history of Jung, her mother and grandmother – ‘three daughters of China’. The book opens with her grandmother’s birth – and foot binding – in 1909, when China was under the last emperor, through Mao Zedong’s rule and the Cultural Revolution during which Jung’s parents were subject to unbelievable ordeals. It finishes in 1978 when the Mao era officially ended, and Deng Xiaoping started the post-Mao ‘Reforms’. Jung, at that propitious juncture, became one of the first Chinese to leave Communist China for the West.

Nearly half a century on, China has risen from a decrepit and isolated state to a world power, the challenger to the United States’ dominant position in the world. Through those decades, Jung’s life has been intimately entwined with her native land. Her experiences in those years were rich and complex – especially so because all her books were (and are) banned.

Fly, Wild Swans is the follow-up to Wild Swans and brings the story of Jung’s family – along with that of China – up to date. The book is in many ways Jung’s love letter to her mother. It is inevitably also about her grandmother and father both of whom died tragically in the Cultural Revolution, but they are often recalled in this book. In fact, the past is never far away in Jung’s subsequent life. It has shaped her, and moulded the present China, and what’s more, it promises to herald the future.

China is now at another watershed moment: Chairman Xi Jinping is seeking to turn the country back towards the old Maoist days and build a Communist state with capitalist features. This new Xi era is greatly affecting the lives of Jung and her mother. Through the arc of their respective lives, she gives an immersive, deeply moving and unforgettable account of what it is like to live in a communist dictatorship and the threats modern China poses to the international world order. It is family history at its best.

Jung Chang is the author of Wild Swans: Three Daughters of China (1991), which has sold more than 15 million copies worldwide. She wrote a ground-breaking trilogy of the history and personalities of modern China: Mao: The Unknown Story (2005, with Jon Halliday); Empress Dowager Cixi (2013); and Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister (2019)). Her books have been translated into more than 40 languages.

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