Bath Abbey stands at the heart of the city of Bath; during the past twelve and a half centuries, three different churches have occupied this site:

~An Anglo-Saxon Abbey Church dating from 757, pulled down by the Norman conquerors of England soon after 1066;
~A massive Norman cathedral begun about 1090. It was larger than the monastery could afford to maintain and by the end of the 15th century was in ruins;
~The present Abbey church founded in 1499, ruined after the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539 by order of Henry VIII, was completed in 1611.

Bath Abbey's tower is open for guided tours everyday except Sunday.

You can climb the 212 steps to the top of the tower and enjoy a panoramic and unrivalled view of the city.

Visitors can see the 10 bells and hear how the tower was built. You can also sit inside the Abbey's clockface.

Tours run every hour Monday to Saturday. Tickets, priced £5, are now on sale from the Bath Abbey Shop.

Enjoy the ancient skills of the glassblowers and stained glass artists, in this unique working museum, in the heart of the artisan quarter of Bath. Bath Aqua Glass is coloured by adding Copper Oxide to molten glass, creating beautiful aquamarine colour, reminiscent of the Spa waters, which contain Copper that taint waters a green hue.

Bath Aqua Glass Theatre of Glass are ntroducing a new dimension to the glass-blowing experience. Blow your own paper weight with a professional glass-blower. Subject to booking!

Bath Boating Station

Enjoy a quiet hour or two rowing, punting or canoeing on Bath's River Avon.

Rowing, punting or canoeing can all be enjoyed without special skills or prior experience.

With distinctive buses and friendly staff, the choice in selected cities between multi-lingual commentary or live guide, an exclusive Kids Commentary in some destinations, sightseeing has never been so much fun! Hop On and Hop Off as much as you like at any of the bus stops on the route and see all the best sights and attractions that the town or city has to offer.

Bath Golf Club, established in 1880, has one of England’s finest and oldest inland courses. The 18 hole, 6442 yard, par 71 course may not be the length that today’s course designers favour, but in the 1880’s they knew how to create a challenge using the natural contours of a hilltop location. The course is full of variety and is laid out over fine ‘golfing country’. Springy downland turf over shallow soil and limestone ensures rapid draining and the course is usually found to be in superb condition.

Comfort food just got healthier. Bistro food is French cooking without the attitude. This hearty, unpretentious restaurant fare is all about humble ingredients prepared simply, using easy techniques like roasting, braising, and simmering — and plenty of butter and cream (which probably explains why this comfort cuisine is so popular).

Beaujolais is committed to providing locally sourced food where ever possible, skillfully prepared and reasonably priced.

Bizarre Bath is the unique evening entertainment that appeals to everyone. You'll laugh yourself silly when you join this celebrated stroll which takes an irreverent look at Bath.

You'll experience unforgettable mysteries, thrills, and surprises that stretch the traditional image of the City.

If your looking for something hysterical rather than historical, this is 100% for you.

Situated in the heart of Bristol city centre, Cabot Circus is the South West's
leading retail and leisure destination and offers a perfect destination for a day
trip or weekend getaway for big groups.

As well as over 120 shops, Cabot Circus also boasts more than 20 restaurants and
cafes including YO! Sushi, Tampopo, Café Rouge, Zizzi, Giraffe, La Tasca and
Patisserie Valerie.

The Quakers Friars area boasts many retailers not available elsewhere in the South

Cafe du Globe was established in 2000. Since it was opened it has developed a unique reputation for its relaxed atmosphere. From the moment you walk through the door you are transported into the world of North Africa. You will be surrounded by ochre walls, beautiful mirrors, traditional Moroccan hand made paintings, intricately carved arch and beautiful lamps while relaxing on chairs upholstered in Berber script. Every aspect of the decor is a lobour of love.

Cafe Retro is an Independant cafe and party venue in the beautiful city of Bath, just a stones throw from Bath Abbey. Open 7 days a week, Cafe Retro is a local institution having been catering for Bath residents and tourists for over 15 years. Perfect for anything from a great cup of coffee or specialist tea to a delicious healthy lunch or all-day breakfast. A well established and popular cafe by day, Cafe Retro also offers it's central Bath venue as private dining space in the evenings for dinners and parties.We can tailor the evening and menu to suit you.

From early innovation to TV, the best of British films, Hollywood and even Bollywood - find out about seventy years of films, stars and some very special locations in Bath.

Join our entertaining and informative guides for a family friendly tour. They will tell you about the people, the places and all the weird and wonderful things that have happened – right here in Bath.

Let the story of Bath in film unfold - exactly where you are standing! This fantastic tour lasts 1.5 hours. Reservations recommended as numbers limited or just turn up on the day.

Demuths’ cuisine will delight vegetarians and vegans but has always been sought after by all lovers of good food. Join the team for morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea with scrumptious cakes or dinner. A carefully chosen organic wine list rounds off a memorable visit.

The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate which is reflected also in the changing modern art on the walls and the mellow choice of music.

The restaurant occupies the ground floor and basement of the Georgian property, including an intimate alcove for groups of four or more people on the ground floor.

Acclaimed Indian cuisine in a stunning Georgian room.

You'll find your favourite dishes plus intriging new ones at this multi award winning restaurant run by the Choudhury family since 1983

Located in a listed Georgian building in the heart of Historic Bath, this former wool shop was lovingly restored by the owners to become the original Firehouse Rotisserie location. Now in its 12th year, the restaurant is still serving top-quality California cuisine from its open kitchen. Its attention to detail and warm, friendly atmosphere ensure that the restaurant, which is popular with locals and tourists, is busy all the time.

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of aviation in the Royal Navy the Fleet Air Arm Museum in Somerset have transformed one of their four exhibition halls to house a major new permanent exhibition. The Fly Navy 100 exhibition dramatically presents the development of naval aviation from the first Royal Naval airship in 1909 and early bi-planes, to today’s formidable air power from the sea.

Gascoyne Place is an independent Public House and Restaurant established in August 2006.

The aim is to offer the best things associated with a Public House - delicious food and a great range of drinks enjoyed with friendly service and good company!

They offer a good selection of menus including lunch, pre-theatre and dinner based on homemade Modern British food using fresh, seasonal, locally-sourced produce.

The Grade II Listed Georgian building offers a variety of rooms over 3 levels including Dining Rooms on the first floor.

Ghost walks of Bath

The walk meets at the side of the Theatre Royal, outside the Garrick's head and then onward past the famous Theatre Royal, the experienced guide will recount all manner of ghostly tales and fascinating information about the streets and houses as you walk through this magnificent Georgian City.

You may experience the strange power of an amazing paranormal bush in an old duelling ground and much more. The tour is a circular one retuning back to the Garrick's Head in approximately two hours.

Situated in a handsome, meticulously restored Edwardian pub, the Hudson Bar and Grill is situated just a few minutes walk from the centre of the city.

Dine on the ground floor around the central bar or more formally on the first floor.
The menu offers a choice of superb steaks sourced from a farm assured cooperative in Staffordshire with Aberdeen Angus and Limousine stock.
The beef is slow matured for 21 days by their local butcher.

Il Tocco D’ Italia is a beautiful split- level restaurant located in the heart of the city overlooking the fabulous Bath weir.

The stylish bar downstairs serves cocktails, wines and beers and the upper part of the restaurant is the top city venue with outstanding views, where if you book in advance you may be lucky and get a table in the window.

Serving freshly prepared dishes and sourcing the finest local produce where ever possible Il Tocco is the place to go for dressy,Italian cuisine at affordable prices.

Longleat is an exceptional place. Not only is it one of the greatest Tudor stately homes in Britian, it is also the world's first drive through Safari Park outside Africa, operating since 1966. It has numerous other attractions, including a fantastic labyrinth, made up of some 16,000 yews and a high-tech motion simulator. This unique combination of historical, natural and modern entertainment make Longleat compete with Europe's best theme parks.

Long simmered soups, deliciously sauced meat and poultry dishes, the freshest of fish, homemade pastas, fabulous stone baked pizzas and fine cheeses. Plus a list of carefully chosen wines from Italy's leading producers. All this complimented by wonderful cakes and ice creams as only the Italians know how to make. Martini restaurant is just like Italy itself, colourful, exuberant, and happy...a visit, in this city with it's Roman past, is a must.

Number 1 was the first house to be built in the Royal Crescent, John Wood's masterpiece of Palladian design.

The magnificently restored town-house creates a wonderfully vital piece of fashionable life in 18th century Bath. Each room is an exquiste example of Georgian interior design with authentic furniture, paintings, carpets and textiles, and down below stairs is a splendidly equipped bustling Georgian house.

This authentic French restaurant at No.5 Argyle Street has established an enduring reputation as one of Bath’s most popular independent restaurants.

Open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner, No.5 offers a varied menu of the highest quality meat, fish and vegetarian dishes that combine French and Mediterranean influences, all prepared with fresh, local and free-range ingredients.

Situated in the heart of Bath on Kingsmead Square, a short walk from the world-renowned Roman baths, the interior is designed to create an atmosphere of gentle charm and sophistication with just a hint of the luxurious. The soft lighting and elegant décor lend themselves well to a relaxed environment while the staff, friendly and welcoming at all times, aim to make you feel immediately at home.

This Grade I Italian-style garden is famous for its tranquil beauty and was the home of architect and
landscape gardener, Harold A. Peto from 1899 to 1933.

This unique and romantic hillside garden is characterised by steps, terraces, sculpture and magnificent rural views.

Rajpoot Indian Restaurant

In the world renowned City of Bath that consists of magnificent Georgian beauty and Roman imagination, Rajpoot are proud to have become part of the Cities heritage by maintaining high standards and attracting food lovers to the city through their own merit.

River Cottage have teamed up with their friends at Komedia to offer a fantastic city centre River Cottage Canteen in the stunning Beau Nash building, Bath.

Salathai restaurant has been open since November 2003, located in Pierrepont Place, this family run restaurant is only a few minutes walk from the hotel and offers a wide range of delicious, and remarkably presented food. All the food is freshly cooked to order and there is also plenty of choice for vegetarians.

Salathai is perfect for large parties, and also for couples and families. with its cosy and intimate surroundings everyone is welcome. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with a warm welcome Thai staff dressed in traditional Thai costumes.

Salisbury Cathedral is one of the finest medieval Cathedrals in Britain. There is much to see including:
• Britain’s tallest spire 123m (404ft)
• Largest and perhaps most beautiful Cathedral Close in Britain
• World’s oldest mechanical working clock (1386)
• Britain’s largest medieval Cloisters
• Water font designed by William Pye (2008)
• Walking Madonna Sculpture by Elizabeth Frink in situated in the Close
• Angel Head sculpture by Emily Young (Cloisters)
• Regular Cathedral and Tower Tours
• Daily services

Sam's serves great traditional pub food- fish & chips, steak & ale pie, sausage and mash and many more good old pub favourites with a friendly relaxed atmosphere.

There is also a large range of steaks and a wide variety of Wines, Ales and Lagers.

Descend under the glass 'sea'! Step back in time in the Dockyard Museum!

See, hear, touch, and smell, what life was like for Victorian passengers and crew on board Brunel’s ss Great Britain!

There is plenty to do to keep the family entertained at the multi award-winning Bristol attraction.

Situated just a mile from the Bristol ring road, Stockwood Vale Golf Club is often described as Bristol’s best golf secret where no two holes are alike. The par 71 course offers golfers of all abilities the opportunity to play on a beautifully designed and maintained course that sweeps the golfer through the peace and tranquillity of Stockwood Vale towards Queen Charlton.

The American Museum in Britain takes you on a journey through the history of America, from its early settlers to the 20th century. With its remarkable collection of folk and decorative arts, the museum shows the diverse and complex nature of American culture. The only museum of Americana outside the United States, the museum was founded to bring American history and cultures to the people of Britain and Europe.

Experience modern British cooking in a charming Georgian townhouse setting, just yards from the Theatre Royal.

The second floor is home to a champagne, oyster and cocktail lounge, serving a selection of delicious deli-style platters.

Just 10 minutes stroll from Bath City Centre this lovely restaurant overlooks one of the prettiest reaches of the River Avon. Perched above Bath’s historic boating station, this old rowing clubhouse is a charming place to enjoy lunch or dinner.
There is a private car park or you could hop on a boat from Pulteney Weir!

Inspired by their years in Italy, chef-owner Ben Hall and his wife Rosy offer a deliciously simple and rustic menu made with the freshest produce on the market.

The Blathwayt is situated adjacent to Bath Racecourse and Lansdown Golf club in the beautiful open Downs of Lansdown.

Renowned for its warm and welcoming ambiance, the Blathwayt is a popular spot for race-goers, golfers and locals to meet and relax.

Whilst retaining its feel as a traditional country pub the Blathwayt also offers its guest a high quality dining experience with stunning views.

The Fashion Museum is the finest museum in the world dedicated to the study of fashionable dress. It was founded by Bath City Council in 1963, following a substantial donation of historical fashionable dress by the eminent costume designer and collector Doris Langley Moore. Originally known as the Museum of Costume, the name changed to the Fashion Museum in 2007.

The Jane Austen Centre at 40 Gay Street in Bath is a permanent exhibition which tells the story of Jane's Bath experience - the effect that living here had on her and her writing.

Jane Austen is perhaps the best known and best loved of Bath's many famous residents and visitors. She paid two long visits here towards the end of the eighteenth century, and from 1801 to 1806 Bath was her home

The Jazz Cafe is a very friendly and modern place to grab a tasty bite to eat, serving fantastic English breakfasts, lunches, filled ciabattas, pittas, tortillas, pots of tea, espresso, latte, toasted teacakes and other favourite dishes every day.

A chilled vibe is created by the cool Jazz soundtrack playing throughout the cafe.

One of Bath's finest restaurants, the modern international cuisine is a favourite with locals and tourists alike.

Located in a quiet, private spot in Bath city centre, the Moon and Sixpence restaurant offers a casual bar, outside dining with table service and an outstanding quality of service.

Tucked away in the arch of Pulteney Bridge, nestled on the banks of the River Avon, this fully licensed restaurant boasts one of the best views in Bath.

Visit the heart of the World Heritage Site. Around Britain's only hot spring, the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex that still flows with natural hot water. See the water's source and walk where Romans walked on the ancient stone pavements. The extensive ruins and treasures from the spring are beautifully preserved and presented using the best of modern interpretation.

The Wandering Scholar

The eternal triangle in medieval times is the theme of Holst's comic opera. The scholar is the whistle-blower. The farmer leaves his wife preparing a meal for the leacerous priest but returns to take his revenge. Is the meal wasted? Who eats it? Operaletta add to the evening with more musical delights.

Tickets available!

A friendly, lively pub close to the hotel.

Good home cooked meals at very reasonable prices. Weekly quiz nights and all sports shown.

Using the warm, mineral-rich waters which the Celts and Romans enjoyed over 2000 years ago, Thermae Bath Spa is Britain's original and only natural thermal Spa.

Thermae is a remarkable combination of 'old and new' where historic spa buildings blend with the contemporary design of the New Royal Bath.

Choose a 2-hour or 4-hour spa session which includes full access to the warm waters and flowing curves of the Minerva Bath, a series of aromatic steam rooms and the open-air rooftop pool with spectacular views across the skyline of Bath.

The restaurant is split between 3 floors. The ground floor restaurant seats 14 and is the only floor with disabled access. The basement restaurant is much larger; it has seating for 46, some natural light, but no disabled access. The Conference Room and Lounge Bar are situated on the first floor.

Tillys serves lunch, A La Carte evening menu and for all theatre goers they offer a pre-theatre menu which changes daily.

The Volunteer Riflemans Arms is a popular pub with the locals, and serves pub food and a good range of beers, wines and spirits.

This tiny pub is clad with military memorablia. On the walls are replicas of Second World War posters with warnings such as Talk Kills and Another Word, Another Cross. There are also army related illustrations and tributes such as 'Never Was So Much Owed By So Many To So Few.' Apart from the military theme though, The Volly, as it is known, is a pretty traditional looking boozer with a brightly lit bar and lots of wood panelling.

Sample the delights of our beers and discover the history & heritage of Wadworth brewing in our FREE, exciting, visitor attraction.

Featuring:

-Wadworth discovery - An exhibition of Wadworth history and heritage
-Interactive brewing process exhibition
-Wadworth brewing memorabilia
-An insight into 'a year in the life of a Wadworth Shire Horse'
-Products created from the fair hand of the UK's only Master Brewery Cooper
-The Impressive hand painted pub signs of the Wadworth in-house sign writing team

FREE walking tours of Bath with the Mayor of Bath's fully trained Honorary Guides.

Meet by the 'Free walking tours here' board in the Abbey Church yard near the entrance to the Roman Baths and the Pump Room Restaurant.

The tours last about two hours and include main points of historical and architectural interest.

Tours start Sunday to Friday - 10.30am and 2.30pm and Saturdays - 10.30am only

Westonbirt was started around 1829 and many of the specimens now present date back to that time. The site covers an area of 600acres and includes areas of Ancient Semi Natural Woodland, specimen plants and open grassland. This woodland is an important area in itself as it represents one of the largest areas of woodland of its type in the locality. It is primarily Oak Standards with an understorey of Hazel coppice with some areas of high forest. Some of the work in these areas involves the restoration of this woodland type, which was clearfelled some 60 years ago.

Revamped, restored and totally remarkable, the new Wookey Hole, Britain's Oldest Tourist Attraction is bursting onto the holiday scene in an explosive mix of History, Mystery and Fun.

With new attractions, great new facilities and the classic glory of Britain's most spectacular underground caverns, the centuries-old site near Wells in Somerset has been given a brand new lease of life.

Yak Yeti Yak specialises in authentic Nepalese food just as it is prepared in Nepal with family favourites standing along side classic dishes on the menu.

In Nepal vegetarian food is a part of everyday life and this is reflected on the menu, the vegetable dishes and vegan dishes receive equal billing with meat dishes.

Bath's unique Middle Eastern restaurant is situated on the first floor of the Podium in a small, warmly inviting dining room furnished in the traditional manner. The cuisine offers a richly varied and delicious range of tastes and flavours from cool yoghurt and lemon to spices and chilli. At lunchtime, a buffet ... try as many dishes as you like, hot or cold mezza, a range of vegetables and meats or choose a la carte. Main courses include lamb, chicken or fish, skewered, marinated or minced plus many vegetarian options.

The new Bistro La Barrique is now open in the centre of Bath, offering affordable gourmet French dining in a relaxed, friendly and easy-going atmosphere, or simply somewhere to meet for coffee or a glass of wine.

The emphasis is on tasty, inventive cuisine with a French core but with dishes that make you feel you could be eating anywhere in the world - at extremely competitive prices. The wine list's vast - over 100 - ranging from own labels to '82 Chateau Margaux.

Clarke's has a preset lunch menu - changing daily depending on fresh produce.A speciality at Clarke's is the Sunday roast and brunch. From buttermilk pancakes and eggs benedict to roast lamb and beef, it will make your Sunday.

The Green Park Brasserie occupies the old booking hall of Green Park Station, built by the Midland Railway in 1870 and used jointly with the Somerset and Dorset Railway from 1874, closed in 1966 and now magnificently restored. It is located within a quarter of a mile of the city centre and has the fantastic advantage of an hour and a half's free parking through the day.

Superb seafood restaurant

The exposed stone and cavernous design of the restaurant resembles the cellars of a French Chateau, low lighting and restful background music provide a restful ambience and the quality of the food ensure a subliminal eating experience ..

onefishtwofish use local growers & suppliers for all their produce where possible.

All of the fish is supplied by responsible companies and caught from sustainable stocks or sympathetically farmed.

All suppliers are accredited by the Marine Stewardship Council.

Sally Lunn's restaurant is a 'must visit'.

Baths oldest house (c. 1482) serving historic English food and drink from morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and wonderful candlelit dinners. Menus offer historic refreshment based on the original Sally Lunn bun - still baked to a secret recipe - and rich in local cuisine and authentic historic dishes. This is a truly authentic English eating house serving regional English food - including our trencher dinner.

Recognised as one of Bath's favourite dining venues, Woods occupies the ground floor of five Georgian town houses in a quiet cul de sac opposite the Assembly Rooms.

With its Georgian elegance and warm informal atmosphere Woods has created an enviable reputation as one of Bath's independant restaurants.

A true French experience in the heart of Georgian Bath between the Circus and the Royal Crescent.

Excellent food, fine wine and seamless service in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Just a few metres off The Circus in central Bath, is one of the most unique art collections in England - The Museum of East Asian Art. Situated in a restored Georgian house, the museum attracts the interest of students, scholars and tourists, and also has a loyal local following!

This unique museum houses a fine collection of ceramics, jades, bronzes and much more from China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia.

Vito's Italian restaurant in Bath delivers, with flair and passion, specialties of Puglia. It is a traditional Ristorante, Pizzeria and Braceria providing as close to an authentic experience as possible outside of Italy!

Vito and Giuditta Albergo welcome you to try their fantastic range of pizzas, pastas, beautiful fish and meat dishes as well as a wide range of antipasti. If you have enjoyed the real Italy you will understand the atmosphere and food and if you haven't then be prepared for pizza and Italian food as we think it should be, all served in a friendly atmosphere.