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Free piano
Hi, Roberts standard size upright piano.It is in good condition, in tune (but slightly below concert pitch). The top D is stuck but fixable. Free – but pick up from my house on Sladesbrook, Bradford-on-Avon. Pop me an email if you or any group you k...
Mr Buster White
Hi I am possibly looking for retail premises to rent in Bradford on Avon. I was actually born in Bradford on Avon (on a plank over the toilet at Bradford on Avon hospital, my mother was always late and didn’t quite make it to the maternity ward in time)...
Desk space to rent in creative studio / office
Desk space to rent in creative studio / office, would suit another creative, website designer, illustrator , marketing person etc wi fi kitchen Contact: ku.oc1566095992.oidu1566095992tsedi1566095992spilf1566095992@mada1566095992
Support your local author
Bradford on Avon author, James Ellis, is seeking Patrons for his second novel, An Other’s Look, which is being published by Unbound Books. Patrons are a community of book lovers who bring new voices to published writing by pre-ordering digital or paperb...
Wanted man with a Van .
Does anyone know a man or two with a van that wd like the job of taking two beds to redcycling centre?
HELP Man (or two) and van, wanted for furniture removal to recycling centre.
does anyone know of some strong men who have a vehicle than can take a couple of beds to recycling centre? Have asked in obvious places, to no avail, any ideas anyone?
Performance opportunity – Iford Arts
Iford Arts are looking for two young actors (male) to take part in a professional opera, Handel’s Partenope at Iford Arts (just outside of Bath). You will be required to attend two rehearsals in London, one on Friday 15th May, the second tbc You will th...
Collecting Children’s shoes at Dible and Roy
Do you have any shoes that your children have grown out of? We have a collection box in our foyer at Dible & Roy, Bridge Street for the charity Afrikaya. These shoes will go to a project in The Gambia where the children often pick up parasites s...
U3A celebrates five great years
The University of the Third Age group in Bradford on Avon has marked its fifth birthday, having gone from strength to strength. This is Wiltshire
COMMONWEALTH GAMES: Final disappointment for Carlin
WILTSHIRE swimmer Jazz Carlin failed to add a further medal to her extensive Commonwealth Games collection after she could only finish sixth in the 800m freestyle final today. This is Wiltshire
Towpath Mess – Bradford on Avon to Avoncliff. April 2018
Dear local residents of Bradford on Avon. Is no one else not upset by the state of the canal towpath between Bradford on Avon and Avoncliff? There are a small minority of boaters / boats that (at times) use the towpath as their extended dumping ground. I ...
Man arrested after van crashes into canal bridge
A 36-year-old man is in police custody at Melksham after crashing into the Kennet & Avon Canal bridge in Bradford on Avon. This is Wiltshire
Have your name in Boa author’s new novel
Unbound Books are currently crowdfunding An Other’s Look, the new novel by Bradford on Avon author, James Ellis. You can find out more, have your name in the book as a patron, and pre-order a paperback copy by pledging your support at: https://...
Changes to the Bradford on Avon town bus service
Wiltshire Council have recently published some changes to the Town Bus schedule, and re-iterate that the 265 service will supplement any shortfalls presented by this. Cllr Alex Kay said: ‘The Town Council are dedicated to examine any further proposed ch...
Good news for our Bridge!
As you drive through our beautiful town, you will often see, come rain or shine, volunteers from the Lorry Watch team, taking note of the countless heavy goods vehicles who chose to ignore the restriction signs, and drive over our historic bridge. By taki...
Rescheduled temporary Closure of: A363 (Part) St. Margaret’s Street and B3107 (Part), Bradford on Avon (25/03/2018)
Due to the recent adverse weather conditions these works have now been rescheduled to take place on Sunday 25th March 2018 (24 hours). The original plan is below for reference. Wiltshire Council apologies for any inconvenience caused. The post Rescheduled...
Roadworks use a longer-lasting surface
DRIVERS in Bradford on Avon have faced lengthy delays this week because of road closures, while Wiltshire Council lays a new type of surface which should mean the new road lasts longer. This is Wiltshire
Walkers set out to raise over £60,000 for charities
AN army of more than 500 men will step out today on the Bath Men’s Walk to help raise over £60,000 for two local charities. This is Wiltshire
Roadworks postponed this weekend
PLANS to resurface a mini-roundabout in the centre of Bradford on Avon have been postponed this weekend because of forecasted wet weather. This is Wiltshire
ROADWORKS UPDATE: Silver Street/Market Street/Town Bridge
We have just heard from Wiltshire Council that the planned resurfacing of the mini roundabout at the junction of Market Street and Silver Street WILL NOT be taking place on Sunday 18th March as previously notified. There will be a temporary surface and ra...
How your Council Tax will be spent
Leader of the Council Cllr Dom Newton outlines the town council’s budget priorities for the coming year I hope very much that you have had a great start to the year – and are enjoying the lighter evenings as we head into the Spring. We’ve had a ...
Major roadworks cause long delays
DRIVERS trying to get through Bradford on Avon face long delays this week while Wiltshire Council contractors work on improvements to two major routes through the town. This is Wiltshire
Virgin Media misses services opportunity
ONE of Britain’s biggest telecoms companies has missed the opportunity to lay cables in part of Bradford on Avon for the next five years. This is Wiltshire
Notice of Temporary Closure of: Newtown (Part), Bradford on Avon (18/04/2018 one night)
From Wiltshire Council Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Closure of: Newtown (Part), Bradford on Avon (Ref: TTRO 5264) Notice is hereby given that Wiltshire Council has made an Order to close temporarily to all traffic: Newto...
Volunteers are the unsung heroes of Storm Emma
MANAGERS at Dorothy House Hospice Care in Winsley have said a big ‘Thank You’ to local people, Hospice staff and supporters for their generous efforts to help Hospice staff deliver patient care with minimum disruption despite the freezing conditions, ...
Hundreds of homes suffer loss of power
HUNDREDS of homes in the BA14 and BA 15 postcode areas suffered a loss of power following a series of loud bangs in a quiet Trowbridge street tonight. This is Wiltshire
Road closure plans could cause chaos
WILTSHIRE Council has altered plans for two road closures in Bradford on Avon, meaning no traffic will be able to get through the town on the evening of March 11. This is Wiltshire
Updates on weather
The Town Council Offices will be closed today, Friday 2nd March, due to bad weather. Wiltshire Police are advising drivers NOT to venture out today, after a number of accidents, snow drifts and stuck vehicles have blocked roads for emergency vehicles. If ...
Women's 100 Group to launch in Bradford on Avon
A NEW Women’s 100 group set up in Bradford on Avon is planning a high-profile launch next week. This is Wiltshire
Bradford on Avon traders angry over heavy-handed visit from enforcement officer
ANGRY traders in Bradford on Avon have complained about ‘heavy-handed’ visits from one of Wiltshire Council’s enforcement officers to investigate breaches of planning control. This is Wiltshire
Shop assistant gets 18-week suspended prison sentence
A SHOP assistant who stole £500 from the village shop and Post Office where she once worked for her step-father has been given an 18-week prison sentence suspended for 12 months. This is Wiltshire
Novel scheme to help cut down on food waste
A NOVEL scheme to help reduce food waste in Bradford on Avon is appealing to local businesses and organisations to become a ‘Friend of the Fridge’. This is Wiltshire
Accommodation available for local man
HALLS CHARITY Self-contained One Bedroomed Flat Historic Grade II* Almshouse property in the centre of Bradford-on-Avon. One bedroomed (shared garden) first floor flat will soon be available. You must be:- Single Male Mature (over 50 years) Of ...
House fire started in bedroom
DAMAGE caused by a fire that started in a bedroom was being cleared away this morning after fire crews put out the blaze at a home in Bradford on Avon. This is Wiltshire
Ghostly apparition is caught on camera in Bradford
A GHOSTLY apparition has been caught on camera at a popular Bradford on Avon tea rooms. This is Wiltshire
Ducks get into line for annual Easter race day
BRADFORD on Avon mayor, Cllr David Garwood, has launched this year’s duck race event. This is Wiltshire
Traffic and parking problems mars Dorothy House snowdrop event
DOROTHY House Hospice raised more than £2,600 from its 10th annual Snowdrop Open Garden charity event at Great Chalfield Manor, but there were problems with traffic and parking. This is Wiltshire
Restaurant owner wants to turn shop in Bradford into a children's nursery
THE owners of a restaurant and café are trying to turn a shop in Bradford on Avon’s busiest shopping area into a children’s nursery and creche. This is Wiltshire
Trowbridge Mayor calling on golfers to tee-off in aid of Wiltshire Mind
GOLFERS will duke it out over 18 holes at Cumberwell Park in Bradford on Avon for a charity match in aid of Wiltshire Mind. This is Wiltshire
Push for pollution talks with leader
THE leader of Bradford on Avon Town Council has invited Baroness Jane Scott, the Conservative leader of Wiltshire Council, to visit the town to discuss air quality and pollution. This is Wiltshire
Save the Date! The Duck Race is coming….
The Annual BoA Duck Race is coming up on Easter Monday, 2nd April, and there will be prizes to win! Last year we had so many visitors to the Town that we sold out of ducks, so keep an eye on our website, social media and noticeboards over the next few w...
Bradford on Avon historian writes book on Second World War Luftwaffe dive-bombers
A BRADFORD on Avon historian has written a book on one of Germany’s most fearsome Second World War Luftwaffe dive-bombers. This is Wiltshire
Avoncliff weir scheme could face legal challenge
THE applicant behind a £800,000 scheme to build a hydro-power turbine on the Avoncliff Weir could face a legal challenge, it was disclosed this week. This is Wiltshire
Lorry Watch does work, council says
WILTSHIRE Council claims the Bradford on Avon Lorry Watch scheme is working – despite no offenders being prosecuted last year. This is Wiltshire
Save the Date! The Duck Race is coming….
The Annual BoA Duck Race is coming up on Easter Monday, 2nd April, and there will be prizes to win! Last year we had so many visitors to the Town that we sold out of ducks, so keep an eye on our website, social media and noticeboards over the next few w...
Scuba diver rescues rucksack from canal
A BRADFORD on Avon dive instructor jumped to the rescue after a canoeist overturned on the canal near Dundas Wharf and lost her bag. This is Wiltshire
Urgent Road Closure – Cemetery Lane
Wiltshire Council Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Urgent Closure of Cemetery Lane, Bradford on Avon WILTSHIRE COUNCIL HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that on 15 February 2018, the following length of road shall be closed to all traffic in the int...
Pancake Day Race is a flipping success for Harry
THEY tossed and turned and the winner even fell over but everyone agreed the 30th Pancake Day Race in Bradford on Avon was a flipping success. This is Wiltshire
Celebrate royal wedding at walk to remember
DEMENTIA Charity, Alzheimer’s Support is calling for people to take part in its annual sponsored walk – and celebrate the Royal Wedding at the same time. This is Wiltshire
Chaos fear over Bradford on Avon road closures
DRIVERS trying to commute through Bradford on Avon next month will face long delays or lengthy diversions. This is Wiltshire
Hunger strike for votes change
FOUR members of the Make Votes Matter group in Bradford on Avon took part in a 24-hour hunger strike on Monday and Tuesday to highlight the inequality in the UK voting system. This is Wiltshire
Former teacher passes away aged 101
A FORMER teacher who retired to Bradford on Avon to be closer to her family has died aged 101. This is Wiltshire
What to do if the River Avon Floods
Following a period of heavy rain the river Avon may overspill its banks. Within the last few years we have experienced serious flooding in the centre of town and localised flooding due to very heavy run-off in areas away from the river where it was not ne...
Bradford on Avon faces major road closures
BOTH main roads through Bradford on Avon will be closed on different days in March for roadworks, including a whole day closure of the Town Bridge which means locals face a diversion through Trowbridge. This is Wiltshire
Players pack bags for European football tour
Young football stars at Bradford on Avon have collected a massive £763.97 from bag packing at Sainsbury’s to raise funds for a European tour this spring. This is Wiltshire
£1m Bradford flood defence works could begin in 2019
WORK on a £1 million scheme to provide Bradford on Avon with new flood defences could start in spring or summer next year, it was revealed this week. This is Wiltshire
Fitzmaurice bake sale is a charity thank you
STAFF and parents of children at the Fitzmaurice Primary School in Bradford on Avon have proved their tasty treats can sell like hot cakes. This is Wiltshire
Notice of upcoming road closures
We have received notice from Wiltshire Council of the following temporary road closures in Bradford on Avon over the coming weeks: Temporary Closure of: Woolley Street (Part), Bradford on Avon (05/02/2018 for four weeks) Temporary Closure of: A363 (Part) ...
Lorry Watch managers frustrate volunteers
WILTSHIRE Council and Wiltshire Police have refused to state “for legal reasons” why there have been no Lorry Watch prosecutions in Bradford on Avon for the past year. This is Wiltshire
Great Chalfield Manor opens specially for Snowdrop event
HISTORY buffs and plant lovers are being invited to the 10th annual Dorothy House Hospice Care Snowdrop Open Garden event at Great Chalfield Manor in February. This is Wiltshire
Protecting Bradford on Avon from flooding
The Environment Agency is working in partnership with Wiltshire Council, Bradford on Avon Town Council and other organisations to investigate options for a flood alleviation scheme to reduce flood risk to Bradford on Avon from the River Avon. A drop-in se...
Flood defence talks on Tuesday
RESIDENTS of Bradford on Avon will have a chance to discuss the town’s flood defences with the Environment Agency next week. This is Wiltshire
Hotel wins award for welcoming four-legged friends
A BRADFORD on Avon hotel has been awarded a special accolade for welcoming guests who wish to bring along their four-legged friends. This is Wiltshire
Morris men stage free event in Rode
RESIDENTS of Rode near Trowbridge are being urged to learn more about morris dancing. This is Wiltshire
Families invited to go wassailing to keep ancient tradition alive
BRADFORD on Avon Preservation Trust have adopted the Anglo Saxon tradition as a family event – wassailing is the ancient custom of visiting apple orchards reciting incantations and singing to the trees to promote a good harvest for the coming year. ...
Former Royal Enfield workers gather for reunion
FORMER employees of the Royal Enfield factory at Bradford on Avon gathered last weekend for a special film to commemorate their work. This is Wiltshire
Boutique helps groom choose perfect dress
A REQUEST to help a popular Channel 4 TV series turned out to be good news for a Melksham bridal boutique. This is Wiltshire
Sex offender dies in custody
A SEX offender from Bradford on Avon has died just over a month after being jailed for six-and-a-half years. This is Wiltshire
Charity walk takes place on Six Nations ‘Super Saturday’
TWO local charities hope 700 men will take part in the sixth annual Bath Men’s Walk to raise over £70,000 for Bath Rugby Foundation and Dorothy House Hospice Care. This is Wiltshire
St Laurence celebrates new-look newsletter
PUPILS and staff at St Laurence School in Bradford on Avon have celebrated the re-launch of its new-look Connect newsletter. This is Wiltshire
Sacred Masterpieces comes to Holy Trinity
MEMBERS of the Salisbury Cathedral choir are to sing at the Holy Trinity Church in Bradford on Avon later this month. This is Wiltshire
Female clog dance group appeals for new members
A WILTSHIRE and Somerset women’s morris dance group is appealing for new members. This is Wiltshire
£1.2m scheme to upgrade Bradford on Avon pumping station progressing well
WORK on a £1.2 million scheme to upgrade the sewage pumping station alongside the River Avon in Bradford on Avon is progressing well. This is Wiltshire
The Twits are coming to St Margarets Hall!
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Former Bradford on Avon pupil gets BEM award
A FORMER St Laurence pupil has also been given a British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours for his services to dance and to charity. This is Wiltshire
Bradford on Avon scout leader and fundraiser awarded British Empire Medal
A DEDICATED scout leader and fundraiser for Holy Trinity Church in Bradford on Avon was awarded the British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours. This is Wiltshire
Train fare for Bradford on Avon commuter rockets up 131 per cent
A PILATES teacher who commutes to London from Bradford on Avon has been forced to find a different route, after the advance fare on her usual train journey rose by 131 per cent. This is Wiltshire
£1m flood defence plan for Bradford on Avon
FLOOD defences costing in excess of £1 million could be installed in Bradford on Avon to provide a long-term solution to the town’s problems when the River Avon water levels rise. This is Wiltshire
Bradford on Avon GP that turned away sick baby says sorry
A MOTHER has praised a Bradford on Avon medical practice for changing its procedures, after complaining about their failure to give her new-born baby Florence an immediate appointment to treat an infection. This is Wiltshire
Meet Your Councillor
You told us that you’d like more opportunities to see your Councillors and to be given the chance to raise ideas and concerns, so starting this month, and every second Saturday of the month throughout 2018, we will be holding ‘Meet your Counci...
Former St Laurence pupil helping footballing talent in Malawi
A FORMER St Laurence School pupil is now helping to develop the talent of young footballers in Malawi in the African nation’s premier soccer academy. This is Wiltshire
Children benefit from Bradford on Avon Freemasons donation
A GROUP of Bradford on Avon Freemasons have donated £2,500 to a West Wiltshire charity that helps children and young people with special needs. This is Wiltshire
2018 Policing Precept Consultation
Message from Angus Macpherson MBE Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon The policing precept consultation is looking for the views of Wiltshire residents on the proposed increase of £12 a year. Currently the average band D househol...
Morris Men raise £375 for RUH Forever Friends Appeal
BATHAMPTON Morrris Men have raised £375 for the Forever Friends Appeal at the Royal United Hospital in Bath from their annual pre-Christmas mumming tour of Bradford on Avon, Beckington and Rode. This is Wiltshire
Assault on man in Bradford on Avon
Message from https://www.neighbourhoodalert.co.uk “We are appealing for information and witnesses to an incident in which a 58-year-old man was assaulted. At approximately 11.45pm on Saturday 16 December, the man was walking passed Bradford on Avo...
Bradford on Avon scout chief gets BEM in New Year Honours
A COMMITTED scout leader and fundraiser for Holy Trinity Church in Bradford on Avon has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours. This is Wiltshire
Hospitalised Bradford on Avon teenager Miranda looking forward to the New Year
A BRADFORD on Avon teenager who has spent most of this year in a hospital bed is looking forward to the New Year. This is Wiltshire
Dotty makes cakes galore
A BRADFORD on Avon resident who doesn’t eat or even like cake has launched her own business – making cakes! Website This is Wiltshire
Bradford on Avon Council reduces trade investment with VisitWiltshire
COUNCILLORS in Bradford on Avon have reduced the level of trade activity being taken with VisitWiltshire, the county’s tourism body, while they put into place a new business and tourism strategy. This is Wiltshire
Flood defence barriers go up in Bradford on Avon
FLOOD defence barriers were put up in Bradford on Avon in the early hours of Wednesday morning after fears that the River Avon would burst its banks. This is Wiltshire
Flood defences up in Bradford on Avon
We are so grateful to all the Community Emergency Volunteers (CEVs) for their hard work helping to keep Bradford on Avon safe. Wiltshire Times have more information on the rising river situation HERE and for up to date information on river levels visit:...
Residents thanked for Giving Tree generosity
A BRADFORD on Avon based teacher is “delighted” with donations for homeless people and forgotten pets left near the town’s Giving Tree in Lamb Yard. This is Wiltshire
Vandalism spate is disappointing
A TOWN councillor has condemned the mindless vandalism and thefts from premises in Bradford on Avon’s Victory Field recreation ground. This is Wiltshire
The lives of young Hurricane Maria survivors returning to normal
UNBRIDLED terror. The lights go out. The door is hurled off its hinges and chunks of the roof take off into the night. There is the sound of screams, broken glass and then, complete silence. This is Wiltshire
Seasons Greetings from Bradford on Avon Town Council
Don’t forget, waste collection times vary over the festive period.For more info visit Wiltshire Council HERE To report issues such as: Highways and Street Scene issues Environmental Enforcement Trading Standards Car parks Weather emergencies Waste F...
Pub closure leaves unhappy customer in the lurch
THE Fox and Hounds public house at Farleigh Wick near Bradford on Avon has temporarily closed while a new tenant is found for the premises. This is Wiltshire
Holt School wins national sport accolade
A WEST Wiltshire primary school has become one of the first in England to win a new national award for making a commitment to develop its students to be the best they can be in competitive school sport. This is Wiltshire
