Category Archives: Attractions

The American Museum

Posted on June 6, 2011 by admin

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

Posted on April 7, 2011 by admin

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

Posted on April 7, 2011 by admin

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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Thermae Bath Spa

Posted on April 5, 2011 by admin

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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Pulteney Bridge

Posted on April 4, 2011 by admin

There are only four bridges in the world that are lined with shops, and Bath has argueably the most beautiful of all. Robert Adam’s Palladian creation has a form and elegance that really wows. However, that is only a front … Continue reading →

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