Visit Bath Official Visitor Guide 2023

WELCOME TO BATH

Built for pleasure 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

city’s thriving cultural scene, including acclaimed festivals, theatre, music and sport all year round. Bath’s picturesque Georgian architecture is straight from a Jane Austen novel, with highlights including the iconic Royal Crescent and the majestic Circus. There’s plenty to see beyond the city, too, with stunning countryside to explore, as well as attractions including Stonehenge, Avebury and Wookey Hole. With so much to discover, you'll want to stay –choose from luxury hotels and grand Georgian guesthouses, or cosy country cottages and chic central apartments. Don’t wait for the weekend – there are great midweek breaks on offer, often with special rates.

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Bath Abbey captured through The Roman Baths Archway on York Street by Nikos Drosinos

DISCOVER BATH

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

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

during a relaxing session at Thermae Bath Spa. There are more museums in Bath in just one square mile than most larger cities can boast altogether. Find out about some of the city’s famous residents at the Jane Austen Centre, Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein and Herschel Museum of Astronomy, then get inspired at the Victoria Art Gallery and Holburne Museum, both of which feature extensive exhibition programmes.

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Take In the View

For a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the city, a Bath Abbey Tower Tour is worth the 212-step climb. Ascend the Gothic landmark, passing the bell chamber and clockface, and emerge on the roof for epic 360-degree views over Bath. You’ll also find wonderful views of the city at Alexandra Park and Prior Park Landscape Garden, and on the Bath Skyline Walk.

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The Royal Crescent

Bath Abbey

The Roman Baths

SOAK UP THE ATMOSPHERE

There’s definitely something in the water here in Bath. A true centre of wellness and wellbeing in the UK, it’s one of the only places in Britain where you can bathe in natural hot springs.

Powered by the same mineral-rich thermal springs that soothed 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 360-degree views of the city, made even more spectacular by the addition of atmospheric steam on a cold day.

Restful Retreats

Soak in the thermal waters 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 thermal suite of MacDonald Bath Spa Hotel.

Head to The Soul Spa, located above the sacred thermal springs in Bath’s city’s spa quarter for a range of holistic therapies including guided 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.

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Learn more about Bath’s fascinating spa history and unique double UNESCO status at the new World Heritage Centre on York Street before visiting the Roman Baths, the original sanctuary for rest and relaxation in the heart of the city built over 2000 years ago.

Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa

Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa

Gainsborough Bath Spa

Thermae Bath Spa

SO THE STORY GOES…

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.

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

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.

As well as exploring Bath’s 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 bookshops to discover in the city's historic streets, such as Topping & Company, often holding special events and book signings.

To find out more – please visit: douglaswestcott.co.uk

Children's Literature Festival

Topping & Company

Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein

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.

Bath’s varied history can be explored through key moments in time, where the architecture and footprints of people’s daily lives remain, ready to be discovered. The Roman Baths, one of the best preserved Roman remains in the world, is still welcoming visitors after 2,000 years.

Stunning Georgian buildings line the city streets, once home to some of Bath’s most famous residents. Tread in the footsteps of Jane Austen at The Jane Austen Centre, where you’ll learn about her fascination with the city. The museum’s neighbour, Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein,

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, and his home is now the Herschel Museum of Astronomy. Step back in time into one of Bath's oldest houses – Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House – and experience the original kitchen used by the young baker herself.

Go behind the scenes of a Georgian home at No.1 Royal Crescent and discover more about the city’s heritage at the Museum of Bath at Work, which includes a reconstructed Victorian soft drinks factory and bottling plant. As well as telling the stories of Bath through the ages, there are

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 & Gardens is home to the finest collection of Americana outside of the United States.

The Holburne Museum showcases an array of pieces from Renaissance treasures to Gainsborough masterpieces, and the Victoria Art Gallery offers free entry to their permanent collection, with a comprehensive programme of exhibitions throughout the year. Find out more at

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World Heritage Centre Jane Austen Centre

Museum of East Asian Art American Museum

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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.

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

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. 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

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

19 January 2024 – 16 April 2024

SAVE THE DATE: The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists

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–5pm.

Open: Tuesdays-Sundays (and Bank Holiday Mondays)

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

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 theatre, live music and much more.

2023 Exhibitions

11 March – 4 July

America In Crisis

22 July – 31 December

Brick America: An Adventure in LEGO® Bricks

Old Theatre Royal and Masonic Museum

Bath Masonic Hall, Old Orchard Street, Bath, BA1 2QJ +44 (0)1225 462233 | enquiries@oldtheatreroyal.com oldtheatreroyal.com

The Old Theatre Royal is an anonymous building in a quiet cobbled backstreet in the city of Bath, with a unique 265-year history. This was the first Theatre Royal outside of London. It held many Shakespearean productions and entertained royalty regularly.

Bath Abbey

TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022, Green Tourism Award, Eco Church Award, AJ Architecture Award Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LY +44 (0)1225 422462 visits@bathabbey.org bathabbey.org

With a history spanning 1,300 years Bath Abbey is a thriving church with strong links to the past. In 973AD, the first King 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.

Opening Times: Please see our website for opening times, ticket information and an up-to-date listing of what’s on.

Museum of Bath at Work

Julian Road, Bath, BA1 2RH +44 (0)1225 318348 mobaw@hotmail.com bath-at-work.org.uk

The past, present and future of Bath’s working life - from Roman tourism to the creative industries of the 21st century.

Open: 10.30am-5pm (last admission at 4pm). Every day April 1st to November 1st.

Weekends only November and January-March. Closed December.

Museums and Galleries

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Many of Bath’s museums and galleries offer diverse event programmes throughout the year so try your hand at a workshop, visit a temporary exhibition, immerse yourself in a concert or join an informative talk or lecture.

The Museum of East Asian Art

12 Bennett St, Bath BA1 2QJ +44 (0)1225 464640 | info@meaa.org.uk meaa.org.uk

Explore an amazing collection of exquisite artefacts at the only museum in the UK exclusively dedicated to the arts and culture of East and Southeast Asia. Covering over 7,000 years of outstanding artistry and craftsmanship, the Museum of East Asian Art is an exceptional and unique experience for those with a passion for the East.

Open: Tours available Tuesday–Thursday, 11am and 2:30pm; Saturday, 2:30pm. Tours last approximately 90 minutes, including access to the Masonic Museum.

Prior Park Landscape Garden

Prior Park Landscape Garden, Ralph Allen Drive Bath, BA2 5AH +44 (0)1225 833977 | priorpark@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/prior-park

Prior Park Landscape Garden is an intimate 18th-century landscape garden within walking distance from the centre of Bath. In 2022 a major restoration project on the historic dams restored the reflections of the Palladian Bridge – a popular picture spot for visitors.

The garden is situated uphill and offers far reaching views over the city and was created by Ralph Allen in the 1700’s. Designed with advice from ‘Capability’ Brown and Alexander Pope so that guests would enjoy tree covered walkways that open to reveal views to be marveled at.

Prior Park is up a steep hill but can be reached from the Bath Skyline Bus Tours, the local No.2 bus or make your way on foot by following the walking route signposted from the railway station.

Seasonal events run throughout the year and a Tea Shed serves refreshments and snacks on certain days – please check the website for details.

Open: Open daily. See website for up-to-date opening times.

Open: Wednesday–Saturday. See website for details.

Open: Please check the website for details of opening hours.

BRIDGERTON IN BATH

The city of Bath was given a boost when it was used as a filming location in Bridgerton, Netflix’s hit period drama series.

locations to explore, either at your own leisure or as part of a Bridgerton-themed walking tour. The Royal Crescent is Bath’s most iconic pieces of architecture, so it made sense that it was a prominent shoot spot in the series, along with its museum, No.1 Royal 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

The Holburne Museum

Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB +44 (0)1225 388569 | enquiries@holburne.org holburne.org

Tea Room and Ball Room of the Assembly Rooms, and the Guildhall’s Banqueting Room, provided the perfect backdrops.

Their glittering chandeliers complement the scenes full of glamorous costumes and hairstyles.

At the end of Bath’s grandest thoroughfare, Great Pulteney Street, The Holburne Museum stood in for Lady Danbury’s mansion. Now home to a collection of fine and decorative art, the building’s elegant façade and gardens made for the ideal Regency party pad.

There is no shortage of historic Georgian streets in Bath, so the producers of Bridgerton were spoiled for choice. Bath Street, Trim Street and Beauford Square were all captured on camera

as locations in the series, no doubt chosen for their elegance, transporting us back to the 1800s in every scene. Season three also saw a new location added – Edward Street off Great Pulteney Street where characters promenaded for street scenes.

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

none other than Dame Julie Andrews, Bridgerton follows characters navigating the highsociety 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

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 SCREEN

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

THREE DAYS IN BATH

Day One

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.

Discover Bath on the Great West Way

Day Two

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.

Day Three

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.

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 mysteries. In 2023 Bath will appear in The Unlikely Pilgrimage

of Harold Fry with Jim Broadbent and in the hugely anticipated Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet, due to hit cinemas just before Christmas.

More small-screen credits for Bath include Poldark, Sherlock and The Trial of Christine Keeler.

Made for the curious traveller, you can explore Bath as part of your Great West Way experience. Get off the beaten track with 500 miles of navigable routes – explore by bike, walk the landscapes, 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

The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry

Persuasion McDonald and Dodds

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With so much to see and do, you’ll want to spend more than a day in the city…

Bath Abbey and Pump Rooms ©Bath

BAGS OF STYLE

Bath’s show-stopping retail scene, set against a backdrop of Georgian grandeur, has made the city one of the most stylish destinations for 300 years, with a compact city centre brimming with independent stores and high-street brands.

The central streets of Bath are packed with a variety of well-known brands. Stall Street and 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

Quarter since the 1960s. A collection of boutique shops have everything from vintage clothing to 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 handblown 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. Shopping

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 retailers. Venture to Margaret’s Buildings to explore a plethora of art galleries and interior shops.

SouthGate

Stepping off the train at Bath Spa Station you will immediately come across SouthGate – an ideal starting point for a shopping spree. Find your favourite big fashion brands, vibrant multinational cuisine, and boutique cinema Tivoli. On a sunny 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 a sprinkling of festive magic.

The Silver Shop

25 Union Passage, Bath, BA1 1RD +44 (0)1225 464781 info@thesilvershopofbath.co.uk thesilvershopofbath.co.uk

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.

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.

SouthGate

Green Park Station

Once Bath’s main railway station, Green Park Station holds some fantastic covered markets and a creative collection of independent traders. Shop for the best local and organic produce at the Saturday morning Bath Farmers’ Market and discover vintage glamour at the monthly Vintage and Antiques Market

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Open: Monday–Saturday, 9:30am–5:30pm.

Milsom Place

Markets

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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.

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Honey Willow

8 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, BA2 4AX +44 (0)1225 422339 | jewellery@honeywillow.com www.honeywillow.com

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.

Visit us in the shop or online at www.honeywillow.com.

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Open: Wednesday–Saturday 10am–4pm, Sunday 11am–4pm.

Komedia Bath

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

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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.

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SUNDAY ROAST & CANDLE-LIT DINING

Food Markets and Events

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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.

BATH 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

elegant atmosphere of No.15 by GuestHouse Hotels.

Try local tipples and enjoy quiz nights and live music at Bath’s pubs. The Bath Brew House has its own onsite microbrewery, and sister pub

The Bath Cider House offers its own unique fermentations, monster fourteen inch pizzas, and late-night opening hours to party the night away. Head to Green Park Brasserie for tasty locally-sourced food, with

free live jazz on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Community owned The Bell Inn on Walcot Street and award-winning local favourite The Grapes on Westgate Street both host regular and varied programmes of live music.

If film, live music and theatre are your thing, Bath has an

array of options. The boutique cinema Tivoli is perfect for movie mavens, and for laugh out-loud entertainment, catch top comedians every Saturday at Komedia’s Krater Comedy Club. Those looking for a taste of Bath’s nightlife can also enjoy one of Komedia’s regular club nights, including Uproar, the city’s first such event for adults with learning disabilities. The friendly Chapel Arts Centre welcomes a great selection of bands and artists, and for sparkling West End productions, make for the Theatre Royal Bath.

For after-hours wandering, book an evening tour of the city. Join an immersive and spine-chilling journey and dance - possibly for your life - on Bath Adventures’ Ghost Hunters Silent Disco Tour, or hear some ghoulish tales with Bath Ghost Tours. In the summer,

discover the Roman Baths by torchlight, and a Twilight Package at Thermae Bath Spa offers a unique experience throughout the year.

Circo Bar & Lounge

Theatre Royal

The Bath Townhouse, Coppa Club

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

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 Michelinstarred Olive Tree Restaurant has a delicious, seasonal menu, with Lucknam Park's Restaurant Hywel Jones also offering sophisticated Michelinstarred 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

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

Prices from £16 per person

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 awardwinning Sunday lunch overlooking Pulteney Weir, or experience down-to-earth gastropub The Bath Brew House.

Flavours from around the World

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.

15 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BQ +44 (0)1225 463482

eat@chezdominique.co.uk 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.

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.

Green Park Brasserie

Robun

Sally Lunns

Green Park Brasserie

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’ssomethingunselfconsciously,comfortablycoolabout GreenParkBrasserie;it’sa‘welcometotheneighbourhood’ partytowhicheverybody’sinvited."

– The Bath Magazine

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.

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).

"IloveBathPizzaCoforitsfabuloussettingintheoldGreen ParkStation,whichbasicallymeansyou’rediningalfresco butwithouttheneedtoworryaboutwindorrain.There’sa lovelychilled-outbeergardenvibetotheirterrace,with stringsoflights,longsharedwoodentables,andplentyof livemusicevents."

– Sal’s Kitchen Blog Open: Open 7 days a week 12pm–10pm.

FESTIVAL FEVER

with the vibrant and colourful Bath Carnival. In 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 taste-buds tingling, all taking place in September.

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

TAKE A TOUR

Discover rising cinematic stars at FilmBath in 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 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.

Bringing their passion for, and knowledge of the city to each of their tours, the Mayor of Bath’s Honorary Guides lead free twohour 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.

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…

Bath Adventures – Bridgerton Walking Tour

Jane Austen Festival

Bath Christmas Market

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).

Alternative Tours

visitbath.co.uk/things-to-do/toursand-sightseeing/alternative-tours

If you are already familiar with the history of Bath, take a tour with a difference to see the city in a new light. Choose from the diverse range of guided and self-guided tours available in and around Bath.

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.

Bath Open-Top Sightseeing

TripAdvisor travellers choice award and VAQAS accredited 6 North Parade, Bath, BA1 1LF +44 (0)1225 330444

hq@bathbuscompany.com

www.tootbus.com

Sit back and relax whilst listening to entertaining and informative commentary in 10 languages and experiencing breath-taking views of Bath. Two great routes are included making it easy to hop on and off at any of Bath’s attractions.

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

excursions to the famous Stonehenge, letting you experience the iconic prehistoric monument and World Heritage Site close up.

Find out more at visitbath.co.uk/tours

Open: All year round except 25th and 26th December, and 1st January.

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

In and Beyond Bath

Tours and Sightseeing

SPORTS AND OUTDOORS

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

A Breath of Fresh Air

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

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

Founded in 1865, Bath Rugby Club is one of the oldest in existence. The club plays in the English Premiership, with home matches taking place in the heart of the city, at Bath Recreation Ground. It’s this central location that makes going to a match a truly special experience. Delight in 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

Experience the thrill of race day at one of the country’s top small racing venues, Bath Racecourse. Look out for the latest fixtures, letting you relish the atmosphere with a drink in hand, and cheer

on your horse as it thunders down the home straight. The venue also hosts special events throughout the year, so look out for the latest information.

Bath Skyline Walk

Kennet and Avon Canal

Racing Ahead

Family Fun Day at Bath Racecourse

Fly Away Ballooning

Bath Rugby

Original Wild

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.

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.

The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa

16 Royal Crescent, Bath BA1 2LS +44 (0) 1225 823333 info@royalcrescent.co.uk 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 awardwinning 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 Awards 2022. AA Best Notable Wine List 2021-2022. Green Key Certified 2022.

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-oftown accommodation for your stay.

Harington’s Hotel

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Hotel Indigo BATH

From £75–£300 per room per night

8-10 Queen Street, Bath, BA1 1HE +44 (0)1225 461728 post@haringtonshotel.co.uk 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.

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.

Royal Crescent Hotel

New Leaf Farm

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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 book into one of Bath’s self-catering properties.

Browse self-catering accommodation at visitbath.co.uk/self-catering

GUESTHOUSES AND BED AND BREAKFASTS

When it comes to finding the right guesthouse or bed and breakfast in Bath, there are plenty of properties to choose from, all offering friendly accommodation with a delicious breakfast to set you up for the day.

Browse guesthouses and bed and breakfasts at visitbath.co.uk/guesthouses

GETTING TO BATH

By Train

There are regular direct trains to Bath from destinations including London Paddington, Cardiff and Portsmouth. Bristol Temple Meads, just 12 minutes away, is a major hub for travel from other parts of the country. For further information visit gwr.com

By Coach

National Express provides good-value coach travel, linking all major towns and cities in the UK. Frequent services to Bath run from London Victoria Coach Station, London Heathrow and Chippenham. For further information visit nationalexpress.com

By Bus

Short breaks from £210

Mill Lane, Bathampton, BA2 6TS +44 (0)1225 424333 info@newleaffarm.co.uk newleaffarm.co.uk

New Leaf Farm offer a selection of large and small cottages just two miles from Bath city centre.

New Leaf Farm has a glorious countryside setting and is within easy walking distance of beautiful Bath.

Dream Stays Bath

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Stay at Robun

From £80-£600 per room per night

By Air

8-10 Queen Street, Bath, BA1 1HE +44 (0)1225 461728 post@dreamstaysbath.co.uk dreamstaysbath.co.uk

A selection of nine luxury apartments in prime city-centre locations, offering one- to fourbedroom apartments and a true individual service. Parking options are available.

4, Princes Buildings, George St, Bath BA1 2ED +44 (0)1225 614424 | info@robun.co.uk www.robun.co.uk/stay

Stay at Robun is a four-bedroom maisonette overlooking the rooftops of Bath.

This lovingly restored maisonette is split over two floors and features four individually designed double-bedrooms, two ensuite bathrooms, a family-sized bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a large living and dining room.

Every detail has been considered with relaxation and comfort in mind.

To make a reservation, visit www.robun.co.uk/stay

There are several bus operators that provide regular services in and around Bath. First Bus operates from the main Bath bus station in Dorchester Street, adjacent to Bath Spa railway station. For further information visit firstbus.co.uk/bristol-bathand-west

By Car

Bath is located just ten miles from Junction 18 of the M4, the motorway that runs directly from London and Heathrow Airport. There are also excellent motorway links from Devon, Cornwall and the North via the M5, whilst Wales is a short drive west on the M4. Bath is currently operating a charging Clean Air Zone to urgently tackle air pollution in the city. It means that owners of all higher emission

vehicles – except private cars and motorbikes – will need to pay to drive in the city centre.

By Park and Ride

Three Park and Ride services operate seven days a week in Bath, with buses every ten-to-15 minutes into the city. Parking is free and tickets are purchased onboard. Find more information on fares and timetables at travelwest.info/park-ride

Just 19 miles from Bath, Bristol Airport offers direct scheduled flights from locations across Europe, including the major hub airports in Dublin, Amsterdam and Frankfurt. Bath Bus Company operates a service between Bath and the airport every hour. For further information visit bristolairport.co.uk

Hotel Indigo

Robun

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.

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.

Radstock

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

disappointed either, with routes such as the sevenand-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 Railway

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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

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.

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: Trains run April–October at weekends.

Open: Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–5.30pm.

Avon Valley Railway

Wookey Hole

Exploring our Towns and Villages

Exploring our Towns and Villages

at Cheddar Gorge & Caves

History Wildlife Adventure

EXPLORE MORE

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

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 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

Bradford-on-Avon is a great location for outdoor activities, with boat hire available at Bradford-onAvon 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.

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-

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.

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 oldworld 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,

Lacock Abbey

comedy, music and exhibitions at the Neeld Community and Arts Centre, or look back in time at Chippenham Museum, which tells the story of the town from its prehistoric origins to the present day. Get some fresh air at John Coles Park, Chippenham’s beautiful green space complete with a summer concert-hosting bandstand, children’s splash pad and tennis courts, and the award-winning Stanley Park Sports Ground, one of Wiltshire’s largest sports venues, boasting stateof-the-art facilities.

Bristol

Just 12 miles from Bath, and only 12 minutes away by train, Bristol is the largest city in South West England, renowned for its street art, extensive food and drink scene, cultural offering, and fiercely independent spirit. Connected along the waterways of the River Avon, Bristol’s vibrant harbourside is now home to historic ships including Brunel’s famed SS Great Britain, as well as museums, galleries, restaurants and numerous bars. The city boasts a number of family attractions, including Bristol Aquarium and M Shed. Boat trips are available around the harbour and out into the Avon Gorge, under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, another of Brunel’s stunning creations. Clifton Village is situated on the eastern side of the bridge, where tours are available, with a Visitor Centre situated on the western side.

To the north of the city centre there are several excellent places to visit including Aerospace Bristol, the birthplace of Concorde, Wild Place Project, and eco inland surfing lake The Wave

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EXPLORE BATH, DISCOVER MOXY BRISTOL

Make Moxy Bristol your home as you explore the beautiful Roman city of Bath. Our stylish dog-friendly hotel with 214 rooms is in Bristol City Centre close to road and transport links.

After your adventure sightseeing an array of cultural and heritage wonders in Bath, more discovery awaits as you unwind in your smart room, each with 42-inch TVs and furiously fast WIFI. Enjoy a signature Moxy cocktail in our bar socialising with friends or hit our 24-hour gym.

Clifton Suspension Bridge

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