OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE 2023

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 WELCOME
TO BATH

Built for pleasure city’s thriving cultural scene,

and relaxation, Bath
has been a wellbeing
destination since
Roman times. The city’s
natural thermal waters
are still a big draw, both
to see at the ancient
Roman Baths and
bathe in at the modern
Thermae Bath Spa.
Bath’s compact, visitor-friendly
centre is overflowing with a
diverse range of attractions,
amazing places to eat and
drink, plus some of the finest
independent shops in Britain,
making it the perfect city break.
Not only can you lose yourself
in Bath’s remarkable museums
and galleries, but also enjoy the
including acclaimed festivals, Follow Us
theatre, music and sport all
year round. Bath’s picturesque
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the iconic Royal Crescent
and the majestic Circus.
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 DISCOVER
BATH
The Roman Baths
Built from golden Bath stone, the city
is internationally renowned for its
stunning architectural landmarks.
The most iconic, the Royal Crescent, is a
magnificent sweeping curve of 30 Grade I listed
terraced houses and home to No.1 Royal Crescent
museum, all built between 1767 and 1775 and just
a five-minute walk from the equally grand Circus,
consisting of three curved segments of Georgian
townhouses. These architectural masterpieces,
along with Pulteney Bridge and Great Pulteney
Street, can be discovered on a walking tour or
sightseeing bus tour, where you can learn more
4 Discover Bath
about why Bath is the only entire city in the UK
designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In fact,
Bath is one of only a handful of sites worldwide
to have a double UNESCO nomination, thanks to
its 2021 inscription with the Great Spa Towns of
Europe - a collection of historic and influential spa
destinations.
A visit to Bath wouldn’t be complete without
uncovering the city’s spa heritage at the ancient
Roman Baths and the modern Thermae Bath Spa.
Learn about our ancestors’ historic bathing rituals
at the Roman Baths, one of the best preserved
Roman remains in the world, before immersing
yourself in the naturally warm, mineral-rich waters
The Royal Crescent
Bath Abbey
during a relaxing session at Thermae Bath Spa.
Take In the View
There are more museums in Bath in just one
For a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the
square mile than most larger cities can boast
city, a Bath Abbey Tower Tour is worth the
altogether. Find out about some of the city’s
212-step climb. Ascend the Gothic landmark,
famous residents at the Jane Austen Centre,
passing the bell chamber and clockface,
Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein and
and emerge on the roof for epic 360-degree
Herschel Museum of Astronomy, then get
views over Bath. You’ll also find wonderful
inspired at the Victoria Art Gallery and Holburne
views of the city at Alexandra Park and
Museum, both of which feature extensive
Prior Park Landscape Garden, and on
exhibition programmes.
the Bath Skyline Walk.
Browse things to do at
Plan your visit at visitbath.co.uk visitbath.co.uk/things-to-do
Discover Bath 5
 Powered by the same mineral-rich thermal springs that soothed

SOAK UP THE
the Romans, the first to harness the city’s healing waters back in
43 A.D., Thermae Bath Spa has a twenty-first-century take on the
spa experience. Take a dip in the rooftop pool to enjoy sensational

ATMOSPHERE 360-degree views of the city, made even more spectacular by the
addition of atmospheric steam on a cold day.

There’s definitely something in the water here in Bath. A true Restful Retreats
centre of wellness and wellbeing in the UK, it’s one of the only Soak in the thermal waters
places in Britain where you can bathe in natural hot springs. and book yourself a hot stone
massage or aromatherapy
treatment at the Spa Village
at The Gainsborough Bath
Spa, the only hotel with a
naturally heated spa. Plan a
luxurious stay at the elegant
Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa,
Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa or
Homewood, which, in addition
to treatment rooms, has an
indoor hydrotherapy pool and
a heated outdoor swimming
pool. Unwind in the copper
bath made for two at No. 15
by GuestHouse, Bath or relax
in the 5-star facilities and Learn more about Bath’s
thermal suite of MacDonald fascinating spa history and
Bath Spa Hotel. unique double UNESCO status at
the new World Heritage Centre
Head to The Soul Spa, located
on York Street before visiting
above the sacred thermal
the Roman Baths, the original
springs in Bath’s city’s spa
sanctuary for rest and relaxation
quarter for a range of holistic
in the heart of the city built over
therapies including guided
2000 years ago.
meditation and sound baths,
acupuncture, Reiki, Shiatsu
and hypnotherapy or indulge
in a sensory ‘Tales of Bath’ hot
oil and massage treatment at
Lush Spa.
Find out more at
visitbath.co.uk/spas

Thermae Bath Spa

Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa Gainsborough Bath Spa

6 Spa and Wellbeing Spa and Wellbeing 7

SO THE
STORY GOES…
Children's Literature Festival
As a city exuding charm, visitors to Bath have been
falling in love with, and taking inspiration from, its
streets and sights for centuries.
Jane Austen lived in Bath from
1801 to 1806, and set both
Persuasion and Northanger
Abbey here. Fans of the Regency
writer can visit the Jane
Austen Centre, which gives
a fascinating overview into
Austen’s experiences in Bath,
and immerse themselves in all
Mary Shelley's House
of Frankenstein
8 Literary Bath
things Austen at the Jane Austen
Festival, held every September,
featuring elegant masked balls,
walking tours and talks.
An 18-year-old Mary Shelley
penned much of Frankenstein
in Bath in 1816, from lodgings
located where the Pump Room
now stands. Discover more with
a tour from Show of Strength,
walking in Shelley’s footsteps.
Alternatively, visit the world’s
first museum dedicated to the
writer – Mary Shelley’s House
of Frankenstein. Expanding over
four atmospheric floors, uncover
the story behind literature’s
most famous monster.
LOVE BATH
T W O G R E AT N OV E L S F R O M B E S T S E L L I N G B AT H A U T H O R AVA I L A B L E N OW
YOU’LL LOVE THESE
These popular fiction novels
from bestselling Bath author
Douglas Westcott are the
perfect souvenir of your
visit. Signed copies are
available from
bookshops across
the city and online.
Topping & Company To find out more – please visit:
As well as exploring Bath’s douglaswestcott.co.uk
literary heritage, you can
discover twenty-first-century
greats. The Bath Festival,
running for ten days in May,
is a celebration of music and
literature welcoming world-class
writers for talks, signings and
workshops. Bath Children’s
Literature Festival returns at
the end of September, attracting
some of the biggest children’s
authors and illustrators.
The city is also home to Bath
Royal Literary and Scientific
Institution (BRLSI), who offer a
programme of talks, discussions
and exhibitions on science, the
arts and current affairs.
There are also plenty of The
bookshops to discover in the
city's historic streets, such
Jane Austen Centre
as Topping & Company, often
holding special events and Celebrating Bath’s most famous resident
book signings. www.janeausten.co.uk 40 Gay Street, BA1 2NT Open Every Day
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No.1 Royal Crescent
EXPAND
YOUR MIND
Discover the stories of
the city and beyond at our
museums and galleries.
The city of Bath has been a designated UNESCO
World Heritage Site for more than 30 years,
due to its Roman remains, eighteenth-century
architecture and town planning, historical social
scene, hot springs and impressive landscape.
These attributes are now celebrated at the new
World Heritage Centre through interactive exhibits
and displays designed to inspire, excite and inform.
10 Museums and Galleries
World Heritage Centre Jane Austen Centre
American Museum Museum of East Asian Art
offers a fully immersive experience thanks to their
interactive, multi-sensory spaces and exhibits.
Astronomer and composer William Herschel
discovered the planet Uranus from his garden,
museums dedicated to collections from far and
wide. The Museum of East Asian Art has a vast
collection of artefacts from China, Japan, Korea
and South East Asia, while the American Museum
Bath’s varied history can be explored through & Gardens is home to the finest collection of
and his home is now the Herschel Museum of
key moments in time, where the architecture and
Astronomy. Step back in time into one of Bath's
Americana outside of the United States.
footprints of people’s daily lives remain, ready to
be discovered. The Roman Baths, one of the best
oldest houses – Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House The Holburne Museum showcases an array
– and experience the original kitchen used by the of pieces from Renaissance treasures to
preserved Roman remains in the world, is still
young baker herself. Gainsborough masterpieces, and the Victoria
welcoming visitors after 2,000 years.
Art Gallery offers free entry to their permanent
Go behind the scenes of a Georgian home at No.1
Stunning Georgian buildings line the city streets, collection, with a comprehensive programme of
Royal Crescent and discover more about the
once home to some of Bath’s most famous exhibitions throughout the year.
city’s heritage at the Museum of Bath at Work,
residents. Tread in the footsteps of Jane Austen
which includes a reconstructed Victorian soft
at The Jane Austen Centre, where you’ll learn
drinks factory and bottling plant. As well as telling Find out more at visitbath.co.uk/museums
about her fascination with the city. The museum’s
the stories of Bath through the ages, there are
neighbour, Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein,
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No.1 Royal Crescent
No.1 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LR
+44 (0)1225 428126 | no1royalcrescent@bptrust.org.uk
no1royalcrescent.org.uk
Step into the past at No. 1 Royal Crescent, a magnificently
restored Georgian townhouse museum which has been
decorated and furnished just as it might have been during the
period 1776-1796. Three changing immersive experiences bring
the house to life through film and sound throughout the year.
Our new annual pass system offers unlimited year-round access,
plus free entry for under 18s (with an accompanying adult).
If you’re passionate about all things Austen and/or Bridgerton
then be sure to check out the well-stocked gift shop.
Herschel Museum
of Astronomy
Museums and Heritage Awards 2019 – Best Small Exhibition
on a Budget | Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards 2019
– Gold Award for Best Attraction | Bath Business Awards 2019
– Best Tourism Business Runner-Up | Sandford Award
for Education Programmes
19 New King Street, Bath, BA1 2BL
+44 (0)1225 446865 | herschel@bptrust.org.uk
herschelmuseum.org.uk
The Herschel Museum of Astronomy is dedicated to the
achievements of William and Caroline Herschel: distinguished
astronomers and talented musicians. It was from the garden
of this house that William discovered the planet Uranus in
1781! NEW: Original memoir manuscript in Caroline Herschel’s
own hand now on display. Stargazing and other special events
throughout the year – visit the website for details.

Open: Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5.30pm. Last admission 4.30pm. Open: Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5pm.

Victoria Art Gallery

Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4AT
+44 (0)1225 477233 | victoria_enquiries@bathnes.gov.uk
victoriagal.org.uk

Victoria Art Gallery is Bath’s public art museum. We are home to

a richly diverse collection of paintings, sculpture and decorative
arts. Among the many items in our care are an original Tudor
portrait of Henry VIII and works by Thomas Gainsborough,
Thomas Lawrence, Grayson Perry, Gillian Ayres and a host of
other artists, from the 15th century to the present day. Our
Permanent Collection is free to visit; there is a small charge for
our Temporary Exhibitions.

Explore ancient
Our exhibitions for 2023 include:

21 January – 11 April 2023

Capturing Life: A Century of the New English Art Club
22 April – 24 June 2023
Bath Society of Artists 118th Annual Exhibition

chambers and
1 July – 1 October 2023
Kaffe Fassett: Timeless Themes – New Quilts with Candace
Bahouth: Enchanted Visions
13 October 2023 – 7 January 2024
When Dreams Confront Reality: Surrealism in Britain

sacred springs
19 January 2024 – 16 April 2024
SAVE THE DATE: The Wonderful World of the
Ladybird Book Artists

Open: Tuesdays-Sundays (and Bank Holiday Mondays)

romanbaths.co.uk
10.30am-5pm. Last entry 4.30pm. Closed 25, 26 December
and 1 January.

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 American Museum and
Gardens
Claverton Manor, Bath, BA2 7BD
+44 (0)1225 460503 | enquiries@americanmuseum.org
americanmuseum.org
Located on the outskirts of town, find the best day out
in Bath with breathtaking views, fascinating museum
collections, stunning gardens, gallery shop, children’s play
area and the new American Garden Deli.

The Museum’s home is a Grade I listed Georgian estate with

gardens designed by famous US landscape architects Oehme
van Sweden, an arboretum and sweeping parkland. Located
in the Cotswolds AONB, there are spectacular views across
the Limpley Stoke valley.
Visit the Museum, which features American arts and
heritage, and experience two special exhibitions a year in the
Gallery, as well as a seasonal programme of exciting events,
including talks, family fun, wellbeing mornings, outdoor
Old Theatre Royal and Bath Abbey
theatre, live music and much more. Masonic Museum TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022, Green Tourism
Award, Eco Church Award, AJ Architecture Award
2023 Exhibitions Bath Masonic Hall, Old Orchard Street, Bath, BA1 2QJ
+44 (0)1225 462233 | enquiries@oldtheatreroyal.com Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LY
11 March – 4 July oldtheatreroyal.com +44 (0)1225 422462
America In Crisis
The Old Theatre Royal is an anonymous building in a quiet visits@bathabbey.org
22 July – 31 December cobbled backstreet in the city of Bath, with a unique 265-year bathabbey.org
Brick America: An Adventure in LEGO® Bricks history. This was the first Theatre Royal outside of London. With a history spanning 1,300 years Bath Abbey is a thriving
It held many Shakespearean productions and entertained church with strong links to the past. In 973AD, the first King
royalty regularly. of All England was crowned here, which was celebrated in
1973 by a visit from Queen Elizabeth II. Experience the Abbey
as a living church, join a tour or visit our brand-new Discovery
Centre, opening in 2023.
Open: Tours available Tuesday–Thursday, 11am and 2:30pm;
Opening Times: Please see our website for opening times, Saturday, 2:30pm. Tours last approximately 90 minutes,
ticket information and an up-to-date listing of what’s on. including access to the Masonic Museum. Open: Open daily. See website for up-to-date opening times.

Museum of Bath at Work Prior Park Landscape Garden

Julian Road, Bath, BA1 2RH Prior Park Landscape Garden, Ralph Allen Drive
+44 (0)1225 318348 Bath, BA2 5AH
mobaw@hotmail.com +44 (0)1225 833977 | priorpark@nationaltrust.org.uk
bath-at-work.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/prior-park
The past, present and future of Prior Park Landscape Garden is an intimate 18th-century
Bath’s working life - from Roman landscape garden within walking distance from the centre
tourism to the creative industries of of Bath. In 2022 a major restoration project on the historic
the 21st century. dams restored the reflections of the Palladian Bridge – a
popular picture spot for visitors.

Open: 10.30am-5pm (last admission The garden is situated uphill and offers far reaching views
at 4pm). Every day April 1st to over the city and was created by Ralph Allen in the 1700’s.
November 1st. Designed with advice from ‘Capability’ Brown and Alexander
Weekends only November and Pope so that guests would enjoy tree covered walkways that
January-March. Closed December. open to reveal views to be marveled at.

Prior Park is up a steep hill but can be reached from the

The Museum of East Asian Art Bath Skyline Bus Tours, the local No.2 bus or make your way
Museums and Galleries on foot by following the walking route signposted from the
12 Bennett St, Bath BA1 2QJ railway station.
visitbath.co.uk/things-to-do/
+44 (0)1225 464640 | info@meaa.org.uk
museums-and-galleries Seasonal events run throughout the year and a Tea Shed
meaa.org.uk
Many of Bath’s museums and serves refreshments and snacks on certain days – please
Explore an amazing collection of exquisite artefacts at the check the website for details.
galleries offer diverse event
only museum in the UK exclusively dedicated to the arts and
programmes throughout the year
culture of East and Southeast Asia. Covering over 7,000 years
so try your hand at a workshop, visit
of outstanding artistry and craftsmanship, the Museum of East
a temporary exhibition, immerse
Asian Art is an exceptional and unique experience for those with
yourself in a concert or join an
a passion for the East.
informative talk or lecture.

Open: Wednesday–Saturday. See website for details. Open: Please check the website for details of opening hours.

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 BRIDGERTON locations to explore, either at
your own leisure or as part of a
Bridgerton-themed walking tour.
Tea Room and Ball Room of
the Assembly Rooms, and the
Guildhall’s Banqueting Room,

IN BATH
provided the perfect backdrops.
The Royal Crescent is Bath’s
Their glittering chandeliers
most iconic pieces of
complement the scenes full
architecture, so it made
of glamorous costumes and
sense that it was a prominent
hairstyles.

shoot spot in the series, along
The city of Bath was given a boost when it was used as a filming with its museum, No.1 Royal
location in Bridgerton, Netflix’s hit period drama series. Crescent, which stood in for the
Featherington family’s (not so)
humble abode.
Tucked away behind the Roman
Baths, you’ll find The Abbey Deli
on Abbey Green, a café which
stood in for the Modiste – a
dress shop key to the story in
series one.
With talk-of-the-town balls
and debutante soirées a
chance to see and be seen
in the Bridgerton world, the
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At the end of Bath’s grandest
thoroughfare, Great Pulteney
Street, The Holburne Museum
as locations in the series, no
stood in for Lady Danbury’s
doubt chosen for their elegance,
mansion. Now home to a
transporting us back to the
collection of fine and decorative
1800s in every scene. Season
art, the building’s elegant façade
three also saw a new location
and gardens made for the ideal
added – Edward Street off
Regency party pad.
Great Pulteney Street where
There is no shortage of historic characters promenaded for
Georgian streets in Bath, so the street scenes.
producers of Bridgerton were
spoiled for choice. Bath Street,
Find out more at
Trim Street and Beauford Square
visitbath.co.uk/inspire-me
were all captured on camera

The Holburne Museum

If, like the rest of the world, you
were hooked on series one of
Netflix smash-hit Bridgerton,
you may have swooned over the
gorgeous Regency backdrops (as
well as the dashing Duke). Many
of these come courtesy of Bath,
which had a starring role in the
series as one of the key filming
locations.
Camera crews, horses and
carriages, and actors in exquisite
period costume popped up
in the city in the summer of
2019, returned to the Holburne
museum for the filming of season
two and visited again at the
start of 2023 for season three.
The golden, Georgian stone and
grand buildings made the perfect
stand-in for Regency London.
Based on the bestselling books
by Julia Quinn, produced by
Shonda Rhimes (of Grey’s
Anatomy and Scandal), and
narrated Gossip Girl-style by
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none other than Dame Julie
Andrews, Bridgerton follows
characters navigating the high-
society social scene in the 1800s.
Its mix of romance and scandal
captured the attention of period
drama fans everywhere – an
incredible 82 million households
watched season one in its first 28
days on Netflix.
It serves as the perfect
inspiration for your next trip
to Bath, with plenty of filming
Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB
+44 (0)1225 388569 | enquiries@holburne.org
holburne.org
One of Bath’s best Georgian buildings, the Holburne is only
ten minutes’ walk from the centre of town. Set within its
own beautiful grounds – once enjoyed by Jane Austen – and
more recently starring as the home of Lady Danbury in the
Netflix series Bridgerton. Experience world class exhibitions
of historical and contemporary art; a varied programme of
creative workshops, talks and events; and discover renowned
eighteenth-century portraits, miniatures, Renaissance
bronzes, ceramics, silver and embroidery.
The Museum’s Garden Café, within an award-winning modern
extension, serves fresh seasonal lunches and delicious cakes.
2023 Highlights
Alberta Whittle: Dipping below a waxing moon,
the dance claims us for release - Until 8 May 2023
Painted Love: Renaissance Marriage Portraits
26 May to 1 October 2023
Michael Simpson: Drawing towards Painting
6 May to 17 September 2023
Lucie Rie: The Adventure of Pottery
14 July 2023 to 7 January 2024
'Without Hands' The Art of Sarah Biffin
29 September 2023 to 14 January 2024
Gwen John: Art and Life in London and Paris
27 October 2023 to 14 April 2024
Admission Charge - Please see website for details.
Open: Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Sunday and Bank
Holidays, 11am–5pm. Closed 24th–26th December and
1st January.

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 SEEN ON THREE DAYS
SCREEN IN BATH
With so much to see and do, you’ll want to spend more than a day in the city…

Day One Day Two Day Three

After arriving, find your bearings
and soak up the sights with a bus
or walking tour of the city.
For lunch, take a step back in
time and sample one of the city's
most famous delicacies at Sally
Lunn’s Historic Eating House.
Explore the city’s museums and
galleries in the afternoon, before
relaxing in the steaming rooftop
pool at Thermae Bath Spa in
the evening.
Muster some morning energy
and climb the 212 steps of Bath
Abbey to enjoy breath-taking city
views, before discovering the
ancient Roman Baths.
Make like the Georgians and
lunch in the grand Pump Room.
Head to the Royal Crescent .
Pay a visit to No.1 Royal
Crescent, before heading to
Komedia Bath for live music,
comedy, cabaret and much more.
On your final day, how about
exploring Bath’s surrounding
villages, towns and countryside?
Jump on a train from Bath Spa
Station and head to Frome,
which has a bustling creative
community, Bradford-on-Avon
for its riverside setting, or
Chippenham to check out its
museum and arts centre.
Alternatively, sit back and relax
on a group tour.

The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry
Bath’s stunning
Georgian architecture
has often been used
on-screen as a
historical backdrop.
Multi-award-winning musical Les
Misérables featured scenes shot
around Pulteney Bridge, with
period dramas Vanity Fair, The
Duchess, and Netflix’s adaption
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of Jane Austen’s Persuasion also
using the city.
You may have spotted Dyrham
Park and Iford Manor in another
Austen adaptation, Sanditon,
which returned for a second
series in 2022. Iford Manor also
appeared in the 2020 version of
The Secret Garden.
The BBC’s take on Nancy
Mitford’s The Pursuit of Love
filmed at a number of Bath
locations, as did ITV’s crime
drama McDonald and Dodds,
starring an unlikely detective
duo played by Tala Gouveia and
Jason Watkins solving murder
©Pilgrimage Films Limited Discover Bath on the
Great West Way ®
of Harold Fry with Jim Broadbent
Made for the curious
and in the hugely anticipated
traveller, you can explore
Wonka, starring Timothée
Bath as part of your Great
Chalamet, due to hit cinemas
just before Christmas.
West Way experience. Get NEW PAGE
off the beaten track with
More small-screen credits for 500 miles of navigable NEEDED -
Bath include Poldark, Sherlock routes – explore by bike,
and The Trial of Christine Keeler. walk the landscapes, footers
relax on waterways, get
behind the wheel or take
advantage of GWR’s Great
West Way® Discoverer
pass, offering unlimited
train and bus travel along
the route.
Find out more at
GreatWestWay.co.uk

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mysteries. In 2023 Bath will

Persuasion appear in The Unlikely Pilgrimage McDonald and Dodds Bath Abbey and Pump Rooms ©Bath BID

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 Explore Milsom Place – an oasis of stylish
independent shops, restaurants and bars set
among peaceful courtyards, winding corridors
and tranquil terraces away from the hustle and
bustle of the city centre. Gather, connect and
create with friends with a candle pouring workshop
at PaddyWax Candle Bar on New Bond Street
Buildings.

Upper City
Just north of Milsom Street, George Street and
Bartlett Street house a cluster of independent SouthGate
retailers. Venture to Margaret’s Buildings to explore
a plethora of art galleries and interior shops. Green Park Station
Once Bath’s main railway station, Green Park
SouthGate
Station holds some fantastic covered markets
Stepping off the train at Bath Spa Station you will
and a creative collection of independent traders.
immediately come across SouthGate – an ideal
Shop for the best local and organic produce at
starting point for a shopping spree. Find your
Milsom Place the Saturday morning Bath Farmers’ Market and
favourite big fashion brands, vibrant multinational
discover vintage glamour at the monthly Vintage

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cuisine, and boutique cinema Tivoli. On a sunny
and Antiques Market.
SouthGate day, sit back and relax on the lazy lawn
and enjoy a refreshing drink from the coffee hut,
while Christmas shopping at SouthGate comes with Find out more at visitbath.co.uk/shopping
a sprinkling of festive magic.

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The central streets of Bath are packed with a
variety of well-known brands. Stall Street and
Quarter since the 1960s. A collection of boutique
shops have everything from vintage clothing to
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Established in 1952 and entirely independent, The Silver
Shop is one of Bath’s favourite shops. They stock Bath’s
largest selection of silver jewellery and also have a
wonderful range of gift ideas to choose from.

Union Street provide a lively route of shops
through the length of the city. Don’t miss The
Corridor, resembling a Parisian arcade, or Bath
Guildhall Market, the city’s oldest indoor market.
Wander along Union Passage to find family-run
The Silver Shop, then pay a visit to award-winning
jeweller Nicholas Wylde at Northumberland
Place. Stroll down towards Pulteney Bridge to
Icarus Jewellery, offering handcrafted unique
designs, and Honey Willow with meaningful
handmade pieces of jewellery celebrating loved
ones and life’s significant moments.
Walcot Street and Artisan Quarter
The London Road and Walcot areas have
affectionately been known as Bath's Artisan
designer homeware, and from quirky artwork to
delicious food.
Interior concept store Neptune at One Tram Yard,
also hosts their café Jaq at the Provenist, and don’t
miss the Saturday Flea Market, renowned for its
unique selection of clothes, antiques and books.
Stop by Bath Aqua Glass to pick up a piece of hand-
blown glass, watch the craft in action and enjoy a
light bite in the new café – Café by the Furnace.
Milsom Street
Featuring Jolly’s, the UK’s first department store
which is now home to House of Fraser, Milsom
Street is one of the finest streets for shopping in
the city, boasting high-end fashion and beauty,
luxury gift shops and contemporary interior stores.
The Silver Shop sells almost every type of silver jewellery
you can imagine including charms, rings, necklaces,
earrings, bracelets and bangles. With silver earrings ranging
from £5.95 right up to necklaces at £595, there is something
for every taste and budget.
The selection of gifts includes Charlie Bears, clocks,
silverware, bronzes, candles, frames and much more. The
Silver Shop offers a unique and exciting choice of beautiful
gifts to treat yourself to or to take back to loved ones.
The shop is family-run and offers a warm welcome and a
great shopping experience. The Silver Shop can be found
less than a minute’s walk from Bath Abbey and the Roman
Baths, in Union Passage, behind Nationwide Building
Society. A wonderful part of Bath’s magnificent shopping
experience for over 70 years.
Open: Monday–Saturday, 9:30am–5:30pm.

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As well as the many high street and independent shops dotted
across Bath, you’ll also find regular markets bringing local
produce, artisan delights and a lively atmosphere to the city
streets on a regular basis.
Why not take a trip to the Guildhall Market, Bath’s oldest market,
trading has taken place here for over 800 years. You’ll find a
selection of 20 stallholders with everything you need under one
roof. Centrally located opposite the famous Pulteney Bridge.
8 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, BA2 4AX
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Honey Willow is a Bath family run jewellery business on historic
Pulteney Bridge.
We make meaningful personalised jewellery celebrating loved
ones and life’s milestones. A momento of your time in Bath.
Jewellery is made to order in our Bath workshop and a small
selection is available to purchase in the shop.
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Best Venue In The South West and Wales (Chortle Award)
22-23 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EP
+44 (0)1225 489079 | info@komediabath.co.uk
komedia.co.uk/bath
Hosting over 400 events per year in a beautifully restored
Edwardian cinema, Komedia offers an unparalleled programme
of comedy, music, cabaret, club nights and everything
in between!
Each Saturday, Komedia hosts a comedy extravaganza – the
award-winning Krater Comedy Club. Featuring three top comics
and a cracking compere, it’s your chance to catch some of the
best UK and international stand-up, right in the centre of Bath!
Open: Box Office: Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5pm.
See website for specific event times.
vvisitbath.co.uk/whats-on/food-markets-and-events
The first Bath Farmers' Market was set up in 1997. Bath Farmers’
Market is just as popular today as it was when it first began,
running every Saturday morning at Green Park Station. Discover,
browse and sample an array of foodie delights, all sourced within
a 40-mile radius of the city. Other local farmers markets can be
found just outside of Bath in Midsomer Norton and Keynsham.
The Great Bath Feast comes to the city every September for a
weekend of events showcasing the best locally-sourced produce,
with markets, chef demos and supper clubs.
Launched by Tom Kerridge in 2017, Pub in the Park is a three-day
festival for food lovers, combining the very best of British cuisine
from world-class chefs and Michelin-starred pubs with great live
music and chef demonstrations.

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AFTER HOURS
Lively entertainment and buzzing nightlife complement Bath’s
rich history and heritage to bring vibrancy and energy to its
elegant Georgian façades.
Green Park Brasserie
Whether you’re a music fan,
keen theatregoer, or simply
fancy a drink with close family
and friends, Bath is bursting with
ways to entertain after the sun
has set. There are plenty
of places in Bath to enjoy a
tasty tipple.
A chic cocktail bar blending old
and new, Circo Bar & Lounge
serves a stunning array of
drinks and has a designated
rum bar. The stylish new
Bath Townhouse restaurant
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by Coppa Club provides the
perfect ambience for savouring
elegant food and drink. Set in a
beautifully refurbished Grade
II-listed building on Old Bond
Street, visitors are able to graze
on classic house dishes in the
downstairs restaurant, then
withdraw up the original Art
Deco staircase to the upstairs
lounge and enjoy an elegant
range of cocktails at the bar.
For a more intimate soiree,
enjoy the comfortable and
Theatre Royal
free live jazz on Wednesday, array of options. The boutique discover the Roman Baths
Thursday, Friday and Saturday cinema Tivoli is perfect for by torchlight, and a Twilight
evenings. Community owned The movie mavens, and for laugh Package at Thermae Bath Spa
Bell Inn on Walcot Street and out-loud entertainment, catch offers a unique experience
award-winning local favourite top comedians every Saturday throughout the year.
The Grapes on Westgate Street at Komedia’s Krater Comedy
both host regular and varied Club. Those looking for a taste
programmes of live music. of Bath’s nightlife can also enjoy
one of Komedia’s regular club
If film, live music and theatre
nights, including Uproar, the
are your thing, Bath has an
city’s first such event for adults
elegant atmosphere of No.15 by with learning disabilities. The
GuestHouse Hotels. friendly Chapel Arts Centre
welcomes a great selection
Try local tipples and enjoy
of bands and artists, and for
quiz nights and live music at
sparkling West End productions,
Bath’s pubs. The Bath Brew
make for the Theatre Royal Bath.
House has its own onsite
microbrewery, and sister pub For after-hours wandering, book
The Bath Cider House offers an evening tour of the city. Join
its own unique fermentations, an immersive and spine-chilling
monster fourteen inch pizzas, journey and dance - possibly for Circo Bar & Lounge
and late-night opening hours your life - on Bath Adventures’
to party the night away. Head Ghost Hunters Silent Disco Tour,
Find out more at
to Green Park Brasserie for The Bath Townhouse, or hear some ghoulish tales with
Coppa Club visitbath.co.uk/bath-at-night
tasty locally-sourced food, with Bath Ghost Tours. In the summer,
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Green Park Brasserie
BON APPÉTIT
Bath’s food and drink scene has gained
the city a reputation as a delicious
destination for a foodie break.
Take your pick from pioneering Michelin-starred
or AA Rosette-winning restaurants, welcoming
gastropubs, cosy cafés, chilled out bars, thriving
local producers and passionate artisans.
Award-Winning Cuisine
For fine dining, The Queensberry Hotel’s Michelin-
starred Olive Tree Restaurant has a delicious,
seasonal menu, with Lucknam Park's Restaurant
Hywel Jones also offering sophisticated Michelin-
starred dining.
Afternoon Tea
Afternoon tea has long been a popular pastime
in Bath, and the tradition is still very much alive
in the city today. Experience ultimate Georgian
refinement in the famous Pump Room, enjoy
afternoon tea in an eclectic setting at the stylish
No.15 by GuestHouse, Bath, or tuck into a classic
afternoon tea in the gorgeous surrounds of Sweet
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Little Things. You'll find a wonderful selection of
five-star options in the city, or you can step back in
time at the Jane Austen Centre Regency Tea Room.
Comfort Food
Those seeking a hearty feast will be well looked
after at Green Park Brasserie, where a modern
menu shows off South West produce. Steak fans
can indulge at Bath Ales’ chophouse Graze, with
a pint from the on-site microbrewery, or head to
Chez Dominique
Good Food Guide 2020
15 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BQ
+44 (0)1225 463482
Prices from eat@chezdominique.co.uk
£16 per person
chezdominique.co.uk
A family-owned restaurant serving
modern French and European
cuisine and fine wines in a relaxed
and friendly atmosphere. Offering
a carefully selected set menu, à la
carte plus daily specials featuring
delicious seasonal dishes.
Dining Times: Monday to Saturday
12–3pm & 5–9.30pm and Sunday
12–3.30pm and 5–9pm.
Robun
The Scallop Shell for tasty fish and chips. There
are plenty of places for a great British Sunday
roast in Bath too, join the The Hive for an award-
winning Sunday lunch overlooking Pulteney Weir,
or experience down-to-earth gastropub The Bath
Brew House.
Flavours from around the World
Allow your taste buds to be transported across
the globe by restaurants offering international
cuisines. Enjoy French dishes at Chez Dominique,
savour Asian flavours at Yum Yum Thai, Robun and
Bandook, or try Mediterranean-meets-Moroccan
cuisine at Boho Marché within the Francis Hotel.
Plant-Based
With several restaurants specialising in tasty
and inventive meat-free food, there are plenty
of options for vegetarians and vegans. Sample
tapas-style Sri Lankan dishes from the Roots menu
at The Coconut Tree, or enjoy plant-based pizzas
at Dough. Wanting to sate a sugar craving? Swoon
have an award-winning range of vegan gelato.
A Tale of Two Buns
Try some local specialities and take your taste buds
back in time. Rich, round and brioche in style, the
Sally Lunn bun, which you can enjoy at Sally Lunn’s
Historic Eating House, was introduced to Bath in
the 1600s. The Bath Bun, invented in the eighteenth
century by Dr William Oliver, is available in differing
interpretations around the city. Smaller than a Sally
Lunn bun, Bath Buns contain fruit and a sugar lump,
topped with currants and sugar crystals. Taste both
and put history to the test.
FOODIE FESTIVALS
Bath has a busy calendar of foodie events, from
farmers’ markets and chef demonstrations to wine
tastings and food festivals. Three-day culinary
and musical feast Pub in the Park returns to Royal
Victoria Park in the summer. In September, Great
Bath Feast’s buzzing market returns to Milsom
Street along with chef demos and a foodie trail.
Food Tours
Eat your way around the city with Savouring Bath,
who will take you from ancient pubs to artisanal
cafés, from breweries to bakeries and farmers'
markets, with tasting opportunities aplenty.
Cook Up a Storm
Pick up a new skill and improve your culinary
abilities whilst in Bath by booking onto a course at
one of the many top-quality cookery schools. Learn
to cook with Persian flavours at Simi’s Kitchen,
bake bread at the award-winning Bertinet Kitchen
Cookery School, hone your fishing, foraging and
butchery skills at Vale House Kitchen, or master
the art of pasta making with Pasta Laboratory.
Sally Lunns
Find out more at visitbath.co.uk/food-and-drink
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Robun
4, Princes Buildings, George St, Bath BA1 2ED
+44 (0)1225 614424 | info@robun.co.uk
www.robun.co.uk
Robun is a celebration of authentic Japanese food and drink,
specialising in a modern take on yakiniku – the art of grilling
over a traditional charcoal fire. The restaurant’s extensive menu
incorporates sushi and sashimi, tempura, gyoza and bao buns,
served alongside an unparalleled list of sake, Japanese whisky
and cocktails.
For a truly exclusive experience, Robun’s Chef’s Table offers a
seven-course tasting menu. Seating 6 to 8 guests, the ornate
marble table boasts a fireside view of the open kitchen and
Robun’s head chef introduces each course.
Robun’s Afternoon Tea swaps sandwiches for sushi and scones
for bao buns. Standout dishes from the menu are beautifully
presented alongside sweet treats like Mochi Ice Cream, served
with a selection of traditional Japanese teas.
Upstairs at Robun, the Kanagaki Suite can host celebrations and
meetings, accommodating between 8 and 50 guests.
To book, call 01225 614424, email info@robun.co.uk
or visit www.robun.co.uk.
Open: Monday 5-11pm. Tuesday–Sunday 12-11pm.
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Green Park Br asserie
Green Park Station, Bath, BA1 1JB
+44 (0)1225 338565
greenparkbrasserie.com
Candle-lit dining and live music, lazy Sunday Roasts, Bottomless
Brunches and 2 for £12 Cocktails all week – there are many
reasons to make a booking for this must visit restaurant.
Green Park Brasserie is an independent casual dining bar and
restaurant, popular with locals and visitors and is open 7 days
a week.
Enjoy live jazz, funk, soul and swing music every Wednesday,
Thursday, Friday and Saturday night and big weekend vibes with
their brunch and Sunday Roast.
Voted by The Times as one of the UK’s ”Sexiest Restaurants”
Green Park Brasserie was also recently featured by National
Geographic Travel as one of the best live music restaurants in
the land.
Located in a historic old railway station, Green Park Brasserie
showcases locally sourced produce that is not to be missed on
any visit to Bath.
If you’re not feeling peckish, swing by for 2 for £12 happy hour
cocktails and watch the world go by on their beautiful terraces.
Booking strongly advised. Open 7 days a week. Please check our
website for the latest kitchen opening times.
"There’s something unselfconsciously, comfortably cool about
Green Park Brasserie; it’s a ‘welcome to the neighbourhood’
party to which everybody’s invited."
– The Bath Magazine
Open: Open 7 days 12–late (11am Fri and Sat).
Bath Pizza Company
Green Park Station, Bath, BA1 1JB
+44 (0)1225 588886
bathpizzaco.com
Bath’s favourite pizza place recently picked up a Top 3 finish at
the National Pizza Awards.
The semi-alfresco, casual pizzeria is located under the
stunning glass roof at Green Park Station where you can watch
your pizza being made in front of you with outstanding local
and Italian produce.
Freshly made dough is produced daily on site with a closely
guarded recipe for their incredible pizzas – perfect to wash
down with cocktails, fizz, beer and wines.
Family run and owned, be sure you soak up the atmosphere
on the terraces year round with Vegan and Vegetarian options
feature on the menu.
Heated cosy terraces and festoon lighting make for a ski chalet
vibe in the slightly chiller months.
No bookings – drop by whenever suits you best. Take-away also
available (click and collect via their website).
" I love Bath Pizza Co for its fabulous setting in the old Green
Park Station, which basically means you’re dining al fresco
but without the need to worry about wind or rain. There’s a
lovely chilled-out beer garden vibe to their terrace, with
strings of lights, long shared wooden tables, and plenty of
live music events."
– Sal’s Kitchen Blog
Open: Open 7 days a week 12pm–10pm.
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FEVER with the vibrant and colourful Bath Carnival. In
With so much to uncover, booking onto a tour and having a guide to
show you around is a sure-fire way to make your trip memorable…

August you can Immerse yourself in music and

opera at IF Opera in an exquisite setting just outside
of the city, while in the Mendip Hills between Bath
and Bristol, the family-friendly Valley Fest has a
great line-up of music, entertainment and local
food and drink.

Autumn brings the annual Jane Austen Festival,

featuring elegant masked balls, walking tours and
talks, and Bathscape Walking Festival also hosts
a programme of inspiring free walks around the
city and surrounding countryside. Bath Children’s
Literature Festival – the largest dedicated
children’s literature festival with an array of talks
and activities for kids and teens. The return of
foodie favourite, The Great Bath Feast will find your
Jane Austen Festival taste-buds tingling, all taking place in September.

Discover rising cinematic stars at FilmBath in

Every year, Bath plays host to an
exciting calendar of festivals and
events, and this year several new
ones add to the incredible line-up!
Kicking off the festival season in Bath is ReBalance,
which returns in January 2024 after a successful
launch earlier this year. This inspirational event
brings together hotels, venues, practitioners,
spa therapists and restaurants for a month-long
celebration of all things wellbeing in the UK’s spa
capital. This is followed by The Bath Festival in May,
featuring talks and performances in various venues
across the city.
The Shindig Festival will bring iconic acts
including Sister Sledge to the beautiful grounds of
Somerset’s Dillington Estate in May, while Pub in
the Park brings foodie fun to the city in June, with
award-winning restaurants, live music, and great
food. July sees the return of the Garden Theatre
Festival to the beautiful Holburne Museum along
October, then Christmas will arrive in Bath with the
award-winning Bath Christmas Market – look out
for lots of special festive surprises! Then, head out
Bath Adventures – Bridgerton Walking Tour
for a spin on the rink followed by festive food and
drink at Bath on Ice.
Get to know the city with
Sulis Guides, who offer
comprehensive tours of the city,
whatever your interests. Going
the extra mile in helping to plan
all aspects of your tour, they’ll
customise your itinerary, with
multilingual guides giving a warm
welcome no matter the language.
Looking for a local? Then look no
further than Bath Walking Tours
or Bath Insider Tours; both can
offer insider tips during warm
and welcoming tours of their
home city.
Bath Christmas Market
Bringing their passion for, and
knowledge of the city to each of
their tours, the Mayor of Bath’s
Honorary Guides lead free two-
hour walking tours every day,
with no need to book – ideal for a
spontaneous adventure!
Take in all of the city sights
– from the Royal Crescent to
Pulteney Bridge – with Photo
Tours in Bath. Learn a little
of Bath's fascinating history
and also to capture some
outstanding photos of Britain's
most camera-friendly city.
Alternatively, explore Bath on
a TootBus open-top bus. Make
yourself comfortable on one
of their double-deckers and
immerse yourself in their audio
commentaries, available in
multiple languages.
See the sights from water-level
with Bath Adventures’ river
tours. Hop aboard their restored
1960s cruiser and float leisurely
along the River Avon to Pulteney
Weir – with a gin and tonic
tasting or glass of bubbly in hand
– then explore dry land too with a
combined walking and river tour.

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Galahad Tours
If it's an alternative view of Bath
you're after, join Bizarre Bath
and see the funny side of the city
on the acclaimed one-of-a-kind
experience. The 90-minute tour
includes comedy performances,
street theatre, mysteries,
stories, and a few surprises!
Dive into Bath’s architectural
history with Trevor Jones Tours,
focussing on the outstandingly
beautiful, well preserved historic
buildings that define the city
of Bath and nearby Cotswold
market towns and villages.
For an adventure further afield,
several tours use Bath as their
base from which to explore
the surrounding villages and
countryside. Guided by expert,
friendly and enthusiastic guides,
Mad Max Tours offer a wide
range of small-group, one-day
tours, taking you to Glastonbury,
Wells, Cheddar and many other
picturesque places.
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Escape to idyllic, rural country
life with In and Beyond Bath,
who will take you to pretty
Cotswold villages and show you
the very best of local heritage,
landscapes, food, drink, stories
and places.
Bath Insider Tours, Galahad
Tours, Mad Max Tours and
Scarper Tours, all provide
In and Beyond Bath
Mad Max Tours
+44 (0)7990 505970
maddy@madmaxtours.co.uk
www.madmaxtours.co.uk
Day tours you will LOVE. Max
15 people. Stunning Cotswolds,
Stonehenge etc.
Affordable & memorable!
5* reviews.
Visit our website to book.
Open: 8am to 6pm 7 days a week
( except Christmas Day and New
Years Day).
Bath Open-Top Sightseeing
Alternative Tours TripAdvisor travellers choice award and VAQAS accredited
visitbath.co.uk/things-to-do/tours-
and-sightseeing/alternative-tours 6 North Parade, Bath, BA1 1LF
+44 (0)1225 330444
If you are already familiar with the
hq@bathbuscompany.com
history of Bath, take a tour with a
www.tootbus.com
difference to see the city in a new
light. Choose from the diverse range Sit back and relax whilst listening to entertaining and informative
of guided and self-guided tours commentary in 10 languages and experiencing breath-taking views
available in and around Bath. of Bath. Two great routes are included making it easy to hop on and
off at any of Bath’s attractions.
excursions to the famous
Stonehenge, letting you Open: All year round except 25th and 26th December,
experience the iconic and 1st January.
prehistoric monument and
World Heritage Site close up.
Find out more at
visitbath.co.uk/tours
Bizarre Bath is the unique evening
entertainment that appeals to everyone.
You’ll laugh yourself silly when you join
this irreverent piece of street theatre and
experience unforgettable mysteries, thrills
and surprises, which provide something
hysterical rather than historical.
Dates: April 4th until November 4th
(inclusive). Tuesday to Sunday (inclusive).
8pm start from The Huntsman on
Terrace Walk.
Prices: £15 adults, £10 children
and students.
No pre-booking required –
just turn up on the night!
bizarrebath.co.uk
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 SPORTS AND
OUTDOORS
Original Wild
There are plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors
– exploring the city and countryside – and
embrace Bath’s sporting heritage by cheering
on local teams.
The River Avon hugs the south
side of the city and the Kennet
and Avon Canal meanders to
the north-east, so it is easy
to relish the riverside. Take to
the water for the day with Bath
Narrowboats, or stick to dry land
with a wildlife-spotting walk or
a leisurely bike ride along the
Bristol & Bath Cycle Path or Two
Kennet and Avon Canal
36 Outdoors and Active
Bath Skyline Walk
Tunnels Path. Escape the hustle
and bustle of the city centre in
the peaceful green sanctuary
of Prior Park Landscape
Garden, where you can cross
one of only four Palladian
bridges in the world. Feeling
adventurous? Book a stand-up
paddleboarding session with
Original Wild or take to the skies
on a hot air balloon trip. Fly
Away Ballooning Flights offer
picture-perfect panoramic
views via their range of
bookable flights.
Find out more at
visitbath.co.uk/outdoors
A Breath of
Fresh Air
There are plenty of walking
trails in Bath’s countryside.
Head for the hills to the
south of the city on the
Bath Skyline Walk and
prepare for stunning views,
or make for the Cotswold
Way, accessed on the
north-western side of
Bath, in Weston Village.
The annual Bathscape
Walking Festival runs
a packed programme
of free guided walks,
letting you explore the
local countryside.
Find out more at
visitbath.co.uk/walking
Fly Away Ballooning
Family Fun Day at Bath Racecourse
Founded in 1865, Bath Rugby Club
R acing Ahead
is one of the oldest in existence.
The club plays in the English Experience the thrill of race on your horse as it thunders
Premiership, with home matches day at one of the country’s down the home straight.
taking place in the heart of the top small racing venues, Bath The venue also hosts special
city, at Bath Recreation Ground. Racecourse. Look out for the events throughout the year,
It’s this central location that latest fixtures, letting you so look out for the latest
makes going to a match a truly relish the atmosphere with information.
special experience. Delight in a drink in hand, and cheer
the buzz of blue, black and white
with wonderful city views as a
backdrop.
Also in the city centre, Bath
Cricket Club is a leading
community club which hosts
around 90 senior and 80 youth
matches each season, which
can be watched with a stunning
background view of Bath Abbey.
From one ball sport to another,
Twerton Park is the much-loved
home of Bath City Football Club,
a community-owned club since
2017, and also the home ground
for Bristol City Women's FC.
Find out more at
visitbath.co.uk/sports-and-active Bath Rugby
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 BE OUR GUEST
To make the most of your trip to Bath, book a stay and take advantage of
the city’s fantastic accommodation. There are options to suit all tastes
and budgets, from cosy bed and breakfasts and grand guesthouses
overflowing with personal touches, to five-star hotels praised for their
supreme comfort and style.
Royal Crescent Hotel
If you want to be in the thick of the action,
you’ll find a great range of places to stay in and
around the city centre, including chic boutique
accommodation, self-catering apartments and
high-end hotels with their very own onsite spas,
ideal for some rest and relaxation after a busy day
of sightseeing or shopping.
For home-from-home stays, take your pick from
centrally located self-catering properties and
smart serviced apartments, or combine the best of
both worlds – city and rural – by staying close by.
You won’t have to travel far to find enticing out-of-
town accommodation for your stay.
Harington’s Hotel
AA 
8-10 Queen Street, Bath, BA1 1HE
+44 (0)1225 461728
From £75–£300
post@haringtonshotel.co.uk
per room per night
haringtonshotel.co.uk
A privately-owned, 13-bedroom
boutique hotel, located in the
historic centre of Bath. Amazing
breakfasts and an outdoor hot tub.
Reserved off-site parking.
38 Where to Stay
Outside the city centre, there are beautiful hotels
with scenic views of the surrounding countryside,
welcoming bed and breakfasts serving fresh,
local food, and traditional guesthouses with
roaring fires.
Find out more at visitbath.co.uk/where-to-stay
Top Tip
For the best rates, book a midweek stay in the city.
Hotel Indigo BATH
South Parade, Bath, BA2 4AB
+44 (0)1225 460441 | enquiries@bath.hotelindigo.com
bath.hotelindigo.com
Mirroring the cities grandeur, Hotel Indigo® Bath draws you into
this Georgian terrace with stories of romance and mischief, just
like its literary past. Bespoke prints and textiles furnish elegant
guest rooms where you can drift off in Egyptian cotton linen,
recharge with Nespresso® coffee and relish in blissful
spa bathrooms.
The Royal Crescent Hotel
& Spa
16 Royal Crescent, Bath BA1 2LS
+44 (0) 1225 823333
info@royalcrescent.co.uk
From £375 per
room per night
www.royalcrescent.co.uk
Enjoy a warm welcome at The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, a
haven of luxury and tranquility in one of Bath’s most famous
addresses.
With over 250 years of history behind their doors, and an acre
of glorious gardens, a stay at The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
will leave you relaxed and inspired.
Kick-back in one of 45 individually decorated bedrooms and
suites, where the dedicated team are always on hand to add a
personal touch to your stay.
Experience relaxed dining, beautiful afternoon teas, or an
expertly mixed cocktail at Montagu’s Mews, their newly
refurbished restaurant, bar, and outdoor terrace.
Take time to nurture body and soul with a visit to the award-
winning Spa and Bath House. With its tranquil relaxation pool,
sauna, steam room and a menu of TEMPLESPA treatments, a
visit will leave you feeling revived.
AA 5 Red Stars 2022. AA 3 Rosette Restaurant 2022. Visit
England "Hotel of the Year Award" 2022. OpenTable Diners’
Choice 2022. Gold "Large Hotel of the Year" - South West
Tourism Awards 2022. Best Hotel In Bath - Total Guide To Bath
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 SELF-CATERING
If you are looking for more space, to come and
go as you please, and a homely experience, then
GETTING TO BATH
book into one of Bath’s self-catering properties. By Train By Air
There are regular direct trains to vehicles – except private cars Just 19 miles from Bath,
Browse self-catering accommodation at Bath from destinations including and motorbikes – will need to Bristol Airport offers direct
visitbath.co.uk/self-catering London Paddington, Cardiff pay to drive in the city centre. scheduled flights from locations
and Portsmouth. Bristol Temple across Europe, including the
By Park and Ride
GUESTHOUSES Meads, just 12 minutes away, is
a major hub for travel from other
Three Park and Ride services
operate seven days a week in
major hub airports in Dublin,
Amsterdam and Frankfurt.
Hotel Indigo
AND BED AND parts of the country. For further
information visit gwr.com
Bath, with buses every ten-to-15
Bath Bus Company operates
a service between Bath and
BREAKFASTS
minutes into the city. Parking is
the airport every hour.
By Coach free and tickets are purchased
For further information visit
National Express provides onboard. Find more information
When it comes to finding the right guesthouse bristolairport.co.uk
good-value coach travel, linking on fares and timetables at
or bed and breakfast in Bath, there are plenty of
all major towns and cities in travelwest.info/park-ride
properties to choose from, all offering friendly
the UK. Frequent services
accommodation with a delicious breakfast to
to Bath run from London
set you up for the day.
Victoria Coach Station, London
Heathrow and Chippenham.
Browse guesthouses and bed and breakfasts For further information visit
at visitbath.co.uk/guesthouses nationalexpress.com
Robun
By Bus
There are several bus operators
New Leaf Farm
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that provide regular services
Mill Lane, Bathampton, BA2 6TS
in and around Bath. First Bus
Short breaks
+44 (0)1225 424333 operates from the main Bath
info@newleaffarm.co.uk
from £210 newleaffarm.co.uk bus station in Dorchester Street,
New Leaf Farm offer a selection adjacent to Bath Spa railway
of large and small cottages just station. For further information
two miles from Bath city centre.
New Leaf Farm has a glorious visit firstbus.co.uk/bristol-bath-
countryside setting and is within
easy walking distance of beautiful
and-west
Bath.
By Car
Bath is located just ten miles
from Junction 18 of the M4, the
Stay at Robun motorway that runs directly
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Bath, BA1 1HE motorway links from Devon,
From £80-£600 Stay at Robun is a four-bedroom maisonette overlooking the
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rooftops of Bath. Cornwall and the North via the
dreamstaysbath.co.uk This lovingly restored maisonette is split over two floors and M5, whilst Wales is a short drive
features four individually designed double-bedrooms, two
A selection of nine luxury
ensuite bathrooms, a family-sized bathroom, a fully equipped west on the M4. Bath is currently
apartments in prime city-centre
kitchen and a large living and dining room. operating a charging Clean
locations, offering one- to four-
bedroom apartments and a true Every detail has been considered with relaxation and comfort
in mind.
Air Zone to urgently tackle air
individual service. Parking options
are available. To make a reservation, visit www.robun.co.uk/stay pollution in the city. It means that
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 RIGHT ON YOUR
DOORSTEP
You don’t have to travel far from Bath to find yourself in historic
market towns, picturesque villages and tranquil riverside spots.
Keynsham, Saltford and the Avon Valley
Located between Bristol and Bath, and with its own
railway station, Keynsham is a thriving town with
plenty of places to eat and drink and some standout
independent shops. Keynsham Memorial Park
is a popular outdoor area, hosting several events
each summer. Along the River Avon, Saltford has a
family-run marina and pretty riverside pubs, with
the Bristol and Bath Railway Path for walkers and
cyclists passing through. Close by, you can explore
a beautifully restored Victorian railway station at
Avon Valley Railway or visit Avon Valley Adventure
& Wildlife Park, both popular family days out. Look
out for riverside heritage walks in the area too.
Bathampton
A pretty riverside village, both the River Avon
and the Kennet and Avon Canal pass through
Bathampton.
The east end of St Nicholas Church is known as
the Australia Chapel, in honour of Rear Admiral
Philip, the founder of New South Wales, who is
buried nearby.
Avon Valley Railway
42 Exploring our Towns and Villages
Sham Castle, a Grade II listed screen wall
folly, stands at the most western part of
Bathampton Down.
Midsomer Norton
The principal market town of the Somer Valley,
Midsomer Norton boomed as a coal mining town
in the eighteenth century. Enjoy a fun-filled
family-friendly day out at the heritage Somerset
and Dorset Railway, shop at the monthly farmers’
market, held on the first Saturday of each month,
and don’t miss the annual Midsomer Norton
Illuminated Carnival, every November.
Chew Valley
On the south side of the Mendip Hills you’ll find
Chew Valley, an area of unspoiled scenic Somerset
countryside with rolling hills, meadows and a lake,
where you can sail a dinghy or enjoy fly-fishing.
The main hub is Chew Magna, scratch a capybara,
feed a meerkat, or train a fox at Chew Valley Animal
Park. It’s also home to the music and food festival,
Valley Fest.
Kelston
The small, rural village of Kelston is well-known
amongst local walkers thanks to the intersection
of several public footpaths, including Kelston
Roundhill Walk, which lies just off the Cotswold
Way. It is also home to the Bath Soft Cheese
Company with its lovely café and pre-bookable
tours.
R adstock
Nine miles south-west of Bath, Radstock is
well-connected when it comes to cycling, with
two routes available – the local Greenway, and
a section of the national cycle network, running
from Bath through the town. Walkers won’t be
Wookey Hole
disappointed either, with routes such as the seven-
and-a-half mile circular Miners and Black Mountain
trails to choose from. The Radstock Museum has
a range of fascinating exhibits giving insight into
Somerset life since the nineteenth century.
Frome
Just 30 minutes south of Bath lies the charming
market town of Frome, highlighted as one of the
best places to live in Britain by The Times. Packed
to the rafters with independent shops and boasting
two theatres, a heritage museum, a monthly
independent market, and a summer festival of art
and music.
The Mendips
The Mendips are full of fascinating towns and a
small city, several of which can be easily reached
from Bath by public transport or on an organised
tour. Highlights include Cheddar Gorge, home to the
famous Cheddar cheese, which is still made in the
gorge and aged in the caves. A must-visit is Wookey
Avon Valley R ailway
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Bitton Station
+44 (0)117 932 5538
info@avonvalleyrailway.org
avonvalleyrailway.org
Steam or diesel trains run most
weekends between April–October,
or travel first class on one of our
dining experiences.
Open: Trains run April–October at
weekends.
Hole, also home to their own caves and cheese.
Wookey Hole offers family attractions for all,
including a circus, 4D cinema, cave dive museum
and for the adventurous, Wild Wookey.
While Glastonbury Festival is world-renowned, the
town is also well known for its myths and legends.
Glastonbury Abbey is reputed to be the burial
place of the legendary King Arthur and his queen
Guinevere and is regarded as the site of the earliest
church in Britain.
The medieval city of Wells is home to stunning
architecture, including the thirteenth-century
Wells Cathedral and the moated Bishop's Palace.
The smallest city in England, Wells has also been
featured on film, most notably in Hot Fuzz. Its
neighbour Shepton Mallet is home to the Mulberry
Factory Shop, and you’ll also find one of Britain’s
oldest prisons, where you can stay overnight or
go on a tour, and the Bath and West Showground,
which plays host to an array of events.
Find out more at visitbath.co.uk/beyond-bath
Wookey Hole
The Mill, Wookey Hole, BA5 1BA
+44 (0)1749 672243 | witch@wookeyhole.co.uk
wookey.co.uk
Wookey Hole is a magical place of caves, legends, and adventure
for all ages. It’s an experience millions of years in the making
with plenty to do inside and out. Enjoy vintage penny arcades,
museums, adventure golf, soft play, and of course the famous,
beautiful caves. For the more adventurous there is Wild Wookey,
an award-winning adventure caving experience.
Open: Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5.30pm.
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Cheddar Gorge & Caves MORE
History
With so much to discover in the surrounding countryside, Bath provides
an ideal base to explore the best of the West Country. Plan to stay
another day and experience the must-sees of Bath and beyond.

Bradford-on-Avon

Wildlife
Eight miles south-east of Bath and just 13 minutes
by train, Bradford-on-Avon is bursting with historic
buildings, including St Laurence’s Church, thought
to be one of the most complete Saxon buildings
still in existence. The town has pretty streets, with

Adventure
plenty of independent shops and places to eat,
and look out for the popular markets. Tuck into
traditional afternoon tea at The Bridge Tea Rooms
or enjoy fresh, local produce and a relaxing night’s
stay at stylish boutique hotel Timbrell’s Yard. Lacock Abbey

Bradford-on-Avon is a great location for outdoor
activities, with boat hire available at Bradford-on-
Avon Wharf. Close by, Iford Manor Gardens is home
to stunning landscapes and award-winning gardens
as well as an on-site café, where you can enjoy Iford
Manor loose leaf teas and Iford Cider.
century Truro). Visit the independent shops, cafés,
restaurants and pubs, all of which give the town a
welcoming, community feel. Take a look at Corsham
Court, a magnificent stately home dating from 1582
and home to resident peacocks, and pop into The
Pound, the town’s music, theatre and arts centre.

Lacock
With its central grid of four streets, Lacock
today looks much like it did 200 years ago. Home
to Lacock Abbey and the Fox Talbot Museum,
it is often used as a film location, including
appearances in Downton Abbey and Harry Potter.
Corsham
Sitting on the south-eastern edge of the Cotswolds,
Corsham is a historic market town with plenty
to discover. Just eight miles from Bath and
surrounded by rolling countryside, a stroll along
the high street takes in the mellow Georgian stone
buildings, such as the seventeenth-century Flemish
Cottages. You’ll also be walking in the footsteps of
Poldark himself, as the hit BBC television drama
was filmed here (doubling as a bustling eighteenth-
Visit our website to find out about our upcoming immersive events and book tickets
Cotswolds
Designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty, the Cotswolds covers 787 square miles,
including Bath. There are several market towns
including Tetbury, Stroud and Cirencester, but
the area is most associated with beautiful,
quintessentially English villages, loved for their old-
world charm and honey coloured stone buildings.
Of these, Castle Combe has been described as the
prettiest in England, with a racing circuit nearby,
where motor racing fans can watch Championship
and Challenge events.
Chippenham
14 miles east of Bath, Chippenham is a lively
Wiltshire market town mixing historical
architecture with modern living. Catch theatre,

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comedy, music and exhibitions at the Neeld To the north of the city centre there are several
Community and Arts Centre, or look back in time excellent places to visit including Aerospace
at Chippenham Museum, which tells the story Bristol, the birthplace of Concorde, Wild Place
of the town from its prehistoric origins to the Project, and eco inland surfing lake The Wave.
present day. Get some fresh air at John Coles Park,
Chippenham’s beautiful green space complete
with a summer concert-hosting bandstand, Find out more at visitbath.co.uk/beyond-bath
children’s splash pad and tennis courts, and the
award-winning Stanley Park Sports Ground, one of
Wiltshire’s largest sports venues, boasting state-
of-the-art facilities.
E X P L O R E B AT H ,
Bristol
Just 12 miles from Bath, and only 12 minutes away
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