Group: Roller Derby Skaters
Definition: Skaters based in Bath who play the sport of roller derby, a contact sport established and majoritively played by all female amateur teams, with men more recently setting up their own groups.
Reasons for selecting: We were attracted to the self organised and DIY nature of Continue reading
Group: Petanque players
Definition: Players in Bath of the French boules game Petanque
Reasons for selecting: We love how many people in Bath play the French boules game Petanque. It seems like such a fun, social hobby/sport, which is open to all ages and abilities. Members of the Bath Petanque club are very friendly and Continue reading
Group: Open Water Swimmers
Definition: People of Bath who actively swim ‘wild’, outdoors.
Reasons for selecting: Bath is not a place that immediately seems to offer a lot of wild swimming options, so we were impressed that there are active outdoor swimming enthusiasts in the city, with plenty of Continue reading
Group: Amateur Dramatics Players
Definition: People based in Bath who are involved with amateur dramatics.
Reasons for selecting: There are many different amateur dramatics companies in Bath, which has a lively theatre scene. The hobby is open to people of all ages, backgrounds, experience and Continue reading
Group: Beekeepers
Definition: People in Bath engaged with beekeeping, as a hobby and/or otherwise.
Reasons for selecting: Beekeeping around the UK has attracted growing attention in recent years as bee populations have declined. Bath’s beekeepers are Continue reading
Group: Board Game Players
Definition: Individuals based in Bath who actively play board games, either as part of established groups or in their own circles of friendship.
Reasons for selecting: As fellow board game fans, we were interested to see that there are number of groups of boardgamers operating informally in Bath. Board games offer people Continue reading
Group: Bell Ringers
Definition: People who ring bells and practice bell ringing in Bath’s many church towers.
Reasons for selecting: The bell ringers of Bath continue a tradition that has made an impact on the character of the city for hundreds of years. The bells of Bath’s churches are not only rung for religious services and weddings but also to Continue reading
Group: Scout and Guide Leaders
Definition: Individuals based in Bath who volunteer their time to act as Brownie, Cub, Guide or Scout leaders.
Reasons for selecting: The Scout and Guide movement is entirely dependent on volunteers who give up their time to make a difference to young peoples lives – offering Continue reading
Group: Nurses
Definition: Individuals based in Bath working professionally as a nurse.
Reasons for selecting: At a point when the future of our health care service in the UK is unclear, we are keen to mark a moment where the many nurses operating out of Bath are recognised for their hard work, care and contribution to Continue reading
Group: Independent Retailers
Definition: Independent shop owners, market stall traders and other temporary retailers based in Bath
Reasons for selecting: There are a large number of independent shops in Bath, based predominantly within the centre of the city, adding a distinctive mix and character to the high street. The independents running these businesses have begun to Continue reading
Group: Chefs
Definition: Individuals based in Bath working as professional chefs
Reasons for selecting: Bath is full of many different cafes, pubs and restaurants, catering to lots of different appetites. Chefs are normally hidden from the public eye and Continue reading
Group: Liveaboard Boaters
Definition: Individuals living aboard boats in Bath
Reasons for selecting: We were attracted by the open, friendly and close knit community of people who live on boats in Bath. With some boat owners taking on permanent moorings and others living as continuous cruisers Continue reading
Group: Users of Fairfield House 
Definition: Individuals who are part of groups run out of Fairfield House, an English Heritage Grade II listed building, gifted to the elders of Bath by the Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie I, Emperor of Ethiopia (1936–41).
Reasons for selecting: We were excited to uncover this piece of recent, living history in Bath and the dynamic and diverse community of people making use of this house, including Continue reading
Group: Community Volunteer Growers
Definition: Individuals who volunteer their time to grow produce for the benefit of the community.
Reasons for selecting: We were impressed with the dedication and hard work of the many different volunteer, community focused growing groups in Bath, who give up their time to nurture fruit, vegetables and Continue reading
Group: Buskers
Definition: Individuals who busk and work as street entertainers in the city of Bath
Reasons for selecting:Walking through Bath, we have always been greeted by the many different buskers who occupy the city streets. With a wide range of styles and genres, they offer Continue reading
Group: Group Fitness Instructors
Definition: Individuals based in Bath who teach/lead group exercise classes
Reasons for selecting: We were attracted to this highly skilled and dedicated group of professionals, who often work across several gyms and teach many different classes, meeting a large number of Continue reading
Group: Minecraft Players
Definition: People who play Minecraft (on any computer platform) who live in Bath.
Reasons for selecting: Minecraft is an indie computer game that has picked up a worldwide following since it was released in 2009. Alongside exploration, gathering resources and combat, avid players of the game will Continue reading
Group: Software Developers 
Definition: Individuals in Bath who are involved in all areas of software development, including programming, writing code and contributing to open source software projects.
Reasons for selecting: We rely on the work of software developers on a daily basis to communicate, relax, create and generally get things done using computers and other technology. As part of a worldwide community, software developers shape Continue reading