Bath Recreation

https://www.bathrec.co.uk/blog/news/dave-cobb-has-been-appointed-the-first-managing-director-of-bath-recreation-trading-company/

Dave Cobb has been appointed the first Managing Director of Bath Recreation Trading Company Bath Recreation Trading Limited is wholly owned by the charity, Bath Recreation Limited, and is a commercial operation that supports the charity by maintaining grounds, sports facilities and has recently acquired a tree surgery capability.

We are looking for a tree surgeon with suitable qualifications, please see full description:

Vacancy - Tree Surgeon and Grounds Maintenance We have a job vacancy for Tree Surgeon and Grounds Maintenance

The Family Stand at Twerton Park, sponsored board for Bath Recreation.

We have sponsored matches at Bath City FC, also 2 signs and taking the Glasshouse Academy children to the game this Saturday

Our CEO, John Flinn, CMO, Mark Cadbury and two trustees (in the photo) Helen Donovan and Alistair Colston recently had the pleasure of attending St John’s Foundation’s 850th Celebration, . The Bath based charity, whose mission is to change lives, for good, have been operating since 1174 and continue to make an impact today. A fantastic day, attended by many inspiring individuals and organisations. I look forward to following their work in the years to come.

Please find a link to our Annual Impact Report 2023 2024.

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Free tickets for Carols at the Rec, available on www.carolsattherec.com

You're invited to this year's Carols at the Rec on Wednesday 13th December, 6pm to 7pm. With traditional carols, a live brass band, mince pies, mulled wine, family fun and a message about the reason for the season, there’ll be something for everyone in what’s set to be a merry and memorable occasion!

FREE FOR EVERYONE!

Tickets are free, but you must show yours on entry to the ground, so get yours now.

Dear Friends

You are invited to Bath Recreation’s Annual Public Meeting which will be held on Wednesday 29th November 2023 at the pavilion at Glasshouse Playing Field, Bradford Road, Combe Down, Bath BA2 5BX.

It will be an open house, with some refreshments, from 4pm to 7pm so that you can drop in at any time that evening with the opportunity to meet with our trustees and staff.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Glasshouse Academy Pavilion.

Mark

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Support the regeneration of the Sulis Club into a Climbing Centre which will generate opportunities for our community.

https://www.bathrec.co.uk/blog/news/statement-regarding-bath-rugbys-stadium-for-bath-planning-application/

Statement regarding Bath Rugby’s Stadium for Bath Planning Application Bath Recreation is pleased to note that Bath Rugby, one of our anchor tenants at the Recreation Ground, has submitted a planning application to redevelop their facilities at the site.

Bath Recreation Ltd, a charity in Bath, is looking for a new Trustee/Director to join our existing board members as we continue to progress our new strategy to achieve our purpose. We specifically are looking for an individual who has experience in community engagement through sport or recreational activities.

Do you have a genuine enthusiasm for the provision of recreational opportunities and the impact this can have on the community? Do you have the knowledge and experience of developing connections with the diverse communities within Bath? If this is you and you have a good understanding of charity governance and the time to support our charity to make an impact, then we want to hear from you. For the information pack go to -

Bath Recreation Ltd is looking for a new Trustee/Director Bath Recreation Ltd, a charity in Bath, is looking for a new Trustee/Director to join our existing board members as we continue to progress our new strategy to achieve our purpose. We specifically are looking for an individual who has experience in community engagement through sport or recreational....

Appointment of new role - General Manager, Activity at Bath Recreation

Alicia John has joined Bath Recreation in this new and exciting role for the organisation as Bath Recreation continues to grow, influencing the recreational landscape in and around Bath, while developing a new chapter that will have a lasting impact on the community of Bath in nurturing positive lifestyles.

Alicia said, “This role will give me the chance to bring bigger picture thinking into play to positively impact the unfairness and inequality that we see here in Bath, using a tool that is close to my heart in sport and recreation.”

Alicia has recently completed an Executive MBA at the University of Bath and excelled in professional roles at the university for over 10 years culminating in Franchise Manager, Team Bath Netball. Bath Recreation has strong interaction with the University of Bath and Alicia will certainly maintain and build on one of Bath Recreation’s key relationships.

Bath Recreation, as a charity, has been able to create positive change with the in-schools Buds Programme in primary schools in Bath, developing teamwork, trust, resilience, positivity and respect, while the Glasshouse Academy has had more one-to-one relationships boosting confidence, enthusiasm and engagement. Alicia will be overseeing these programmes; building on the current success whilst showing a commitment to a longer-term plan to improve access and opportunity for sport and recreation for the people of Bath.

Alicia commented, “The power of sport and recreation to transform lives and communities is immeasurable. I am really excited by the prospect of driving forward a programme that can, in a sustainable way, reach into the heart of our city and provide choice and opportunity for a better future.”

Bath Recreation is a financially sustainable charity that is pursuing three strategic goals to demonstrate that we can prove a model for the future of recreation.
Our three goals are; Influence – to be recognised as a trusted partner for recreation in and near Bath over the next five years. Stability – financially stable and diversified funding stream to continue our charitable work. Growth – to investigate opportunities to protect, maintain and develop sites in and near Bath.

Bath Recreation provides property for use as recreational facilities for the benefit of the public so that our community can lead healthy, active and happy lives, with the premise of Nurturing Positive Lifestyles.

John Flinn, CEO at Bath Recreation said, “Alicia is a motivated, high energy, dynamic leader who will bring a strong and diverse blend of sporting and management experience, gained in a high-performance sport environment, to establish a lasting positive impact on people and communities”.

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For further information, please contact Mark Cadbury, [email protected]

Cleveland Pools gearing up for opening and will share a date with you as soon as they have one. Meanwhile the management company has begun to recruit a permanent local team to operate the site. There are several jobs available including General Manager, Assistant Manager, Customer Service Staff and Lifeguards. Full details here:

News — Cleveland Pools Fusion - who will be operating the pools on a day-to-day basis - have now published adverts for some of the job vacancies. Sadly we don't have a confirmed opening date just yet as there are still a few more hurdles to get over, but it is getting closer. As soon as we get that date, we'll be sure ...

We're hiring for a General Manager - Bath Recreation Activity, for a job description, email [email protected]

Great to support the Romans last night as Match Sponsors. Pictured below some of our Trustees and Director of Impact with Bath City FC MOM ⚫️⚪️

The Glasshouse Academy Pavilion has won the regional award for best public/community building! 🤩

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Hurrah to these last calm days of summer… come and play! We’re so pleased that the long-awaited part for the swings was replaced earlier this month🌞 Many thanks to Bath Rec for sorting this repair 🌳 👧 👦

Check out No Regrets Running Bath who meet and leave from the Glasshouse Playing Fields. ⬇️

Yesterday evening’s Social Run @ Glasshouse. A figure of 8 route across the fields down to Alexandra Park then back up via the Devonshire tunnel (the short one) & Springfield Park. 8km and just over 200m of elevation 💪. With some refreshing light rain towards the end!
A fab bunch of runners as always and it’s great to welcome new people - some from nearby, someone running in a group for the first time and one runner visiting Bath from Brazil.
Thank you to everyone who came and made it such a truly sociable social run, and to Matt for tail running.
Fancy joining us? These runs are every fortnight, next one is on 7th July. And they’re FREE! Booking link in bio.

Announcing Bath Children’s Literature Festival – where books and stories come alive!
is ecstatic to reveal its varied and vibrant programme for its 10 day celebration of books, which runs from Friday 23 September until Sunday 2 October.

Europe’s largest stand-alone children’s book festival will welcome household names, debut authors and a host of illustrators to Bath for an exciting line-up for all ages.

A return to Bath of much-loved national treasures Michael Rosen and Jacqueline Wilson; TV comedian Rosie Jones, award-winning writer Elle McNicoll, former CBeebies presenter Cerrie Burnell, the current Waterstone’s Children’s Laureate Cressida Cowell, well-known entertainers turned successful children’s authors - David Baddiel, Julian Clary, Richard Ayoade and Dermot O’ Leary – as well as and Emma Carroll, Patrice Lawrence, Antony McGowan, Hannah Gold, Kiran Millwood Hargrave, Katherine Rundell who are all releasing new novels, are among the many who will be appearing at this year’s festival.

We hope you’re excited as we are. General booking opens 1st July!

What an achievement well done Sue 👏🏻

BIKE BATH // REGISTRATION NOW OPEN⁠

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Bike Bath registration is now open! Join us at Bath Recreation on 26th June for our 10th anniversary!⁠
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If you've ridden Bike Bath before tag the friends that you rode with in the comments or tag a friend who you think would enjoy enjoy a classic day of cycling on one of our 25, 50 or 75 mile routes.⁠
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Expect a few changes this year and more news to come about some additional elements to what is a great day of cycling.⁠
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Velo Club Walcot

We are thrilled to have Bike Bath back at the Recreation Ground. See below for more info. 🚲

SAVE THE DATE // 26 JUNE

We have a date confirmed for Bike Bath 2022 and we'll be opening up registration next week so keep your eyes on our social channels and bikebath.co.uk

This year we will be celebrating our 10th year in style. Supported by Bath Recreation and the wonderful Velo Club Walcot, come and join us on Sunday 26th June at the Bath Rec.

With three great routes (25, 50 or 75 miles) there is something for everyone from beginners to experienced cyclist looking for a challenge.

Iconic Cycling Events

Court of Appeal judgement 21 December 2021

https://www.bathrec.co.uk/blog/news/court-of-appeal-judgement-21-december-2021/

Court of Appeal judgement 21 December 2021 The judgement handed down by the Court of Appeal (Civil Division) regarding the Recreation Ground provides welcome clarity for the future activities of the Trust. The Board of Trustees will consider the judgement in detail in due course and will then make a full statement.  View PDF

It was an honour to officially open the Glasshouse Academy at Recreation which works with schools in Bath to raise aspirations and create opportunities for children. The first year will start with Years 5 and 6 and they will move up a year every 12 months until they reach year 13. With a new intake each year there will eventually be 9 years of nurturing positive lifestyles for the next generation. This wonderful initiative is Led by local and national rugby legend Matt Banahan.