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The Royal Crescent
The Royal Crescent is a fantastic example of Georgian architecture and is a grade I listed building. It was completed in 1774 after seven years of work by the architect John Wood the Younger and a long forgotten legion of … Continue reading
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The Hop Pole
Gotta love the courtyard garden. On a warm spring day, sitting with friends out the back of the Hop Pole is pretty much a perfect way to while away a saturday. When you get peckish, take a look at the … Continue reading
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Pig and Fiddle
Centrally located at 2 Saracen Street, the Pig and Fiddle has been popular for decades and is still regularly full to bursting. Whats the attraction? Well decent guest beers for starters, but the food is good too with local sourcing … Continue reading
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The American Museum
This museum, out near the University, but easy to get to as it is one of the stops on the round bath sightseeing bus, houses a collection of paintings, furniture, jewellery, glass and textiles from the United States. It is … Continue reading
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Assembly Rooms
In 1771 a set of magnificent rooms for entertainment were opened to the public. The Ball Room accommodates up to 500 people and has been in continuous use as a venue for celebrations ever since. Still retaining original features, the … Continue reading
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The Roman Baths
The ancient Romans turned the sacred springs of Sulis into a temple and bathing complex that was one of the most impressive in the entire Roman Empire. Amazingly, much has survived and the Roman Baths museum features a Sacred Spring, … Continue reading
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Day trips from Bath
Bath makes a great base for exploring some of the west of England’s most enjoyable destinations. Here are some suggestions for places to go to near the city of Bath. Stonehenge Stonehenge is managed by English Heritage and surrounded by … Continue reading
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The Chequers
The Chequers pub on Rivers Street has a great cellar, with Bath Ales on tap. However, most customers come for the food. A really first rate gastropub is not always easy to find, but this is one we are happy … Continue reading
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Bath Abbey Tower Tours
The Tower Tour was something I had to do alone, as my wife wimped out from the start. I am glad I didn’t give up, as the 50 minute guided tour gave me the opportunity to see the Abbey from … Continue reading
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Thermae Bath Spa
The queues of people with towel in hand snaking round the side of Bath Street are testament to the popularity of the country’s only natural thermal spa. With its open air rooftop infinity pool, aroma steam rooms, hot tubs, massage … Continue reading
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