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Bath has been chosen as a best destination by TripAdvisor in the 2008 Travellers’ Choice Destinations Awards and appeared in two categories - ‘Top 25 Europe Destinations’ where the city came in at 4th place, and 'Top 100 World Destinations' where Bath featured at 14th.  In both categories, Bath was the top British destination.

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Rhododendron Walks Open at Bowood House A wonderful display during the flowering season....                 visit: www.bowood.org Bath Music Festival21 May - 07 JuneGreat music,       great atmosphere and  a great place to stay...The Plainewww.bathmusicfestival.org.uk........................................................................................................

Thomas The Tank Engine!!!!

Come and meet 'Thomas', 'Sir Topham Hatt, The Fat Controller' and 'The Troublesome Trucks'. Spend a day (or even two) discovering what your favourite railway characters get up to, when they're holidaying at the Avon Valley Railway. Miles from the fabled isle of Sodor, Bitton station plays host to the fun and games that Thomas and his friends play when they're not working. They'll be up to their tricks from 10:30am to 5:30pm each day, and you can be sure of lots of good, old-fashioned family fun. Thomas and Friends, what better way to spend a day out with the kids?

Avon Valley Railway, Bitton

Dates

10/05/2008 - 11/05/2008

04/10/2008 - 05/10/2008

.........................................................................................................3rd - 6th July 2008 TASTE OF BATH...FOOD FESTIVAL!!!! At a glanceTaste of Bath is a wonderful al fresco celebration of the finest food and drink in the South West, with the iconic Royal Crescent as its backdrop. The festival creates ‘foodie heaven’, with a unique opportunity to use Taste’s special currency (crowns) to try signature dishes, served in sample sizes, from some of the region’s very best restaurants; you’ll also be inspired by celebrity chef demonstrations, have a chance to roll your sleeves up and do some cooking, hear some great music, and source fine wine, beer and produce from around 70 exhibitors - all under one summer sky. Call The Plaine to tell you how to get tickets!!!!   01373 834723

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Bath Christmas Market 200827th November – 7th December 2008  Bath Christmas Market is a fabulous festive gift market and Christmas event in the Centre of Bath, UK. It is set to go ahead in its eighth year from 27th November - 7th December 2008. With the event growing in popularity year on year, now is the perfect time to start planning a visit.117 wooden chalets full of everything needed to prepare for the perfect Christmas will occupy the Abbey Churchyard area once again. A magical setting in the shadow of Bath Abbey and next to the Roman Baths, right in the centre of the stunning Georgian city's shopping district, the market is just five minutes easy walk from Bath Spa train station

Visit: www.bathchristmasmarket.co.uk