Bath Attractions

Great For a Day Out - The Holburne Museum

Advantages: Lots of temporary exhibits, great family feel, park and tearooms
Disadvantages: Not much space in the temporary exhibit room.

.. The Holburne Museum houses the art collection of Sir William Holburne who lived in Bath in the 19th Century. Holburne was well know for his collection which included works such as the unique Susini once owned by King Louis XIV and paintings by Gainsborough, who also was a resident in Bath for some time. The museum is located at the end of Great Pultney Street and can be seen from afar. Once you get right up close to the museum it looks a little ...
...the paintings. The Holburne runs outreach programmes, events for children such as trips and chances to get hands on with art materials (such as clay) which is fun and educational. They also run adult talks and performances. These run mostly during the day, usually over the lunch period and leaflets can be found on site or in the Bath Magazine. The performances can range from classic instruments, so a harpist or a pianist might feature. Usually there's ...

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Bath's bridge

Advantages: Pretty
Disadvantages: Thats it...

Pulteney Bridge is one of only three bridges in the world lined with shops on both sides. It is an 18th-century bridge(built 1769-71) and, along with the assembly rooms, roman baths and the abbey, is one of the most admired structures in Bath. It was built for William Pulteney by his architect Robert Adam, a fan of the Palladian design. Over the years the bridge has suffered so many changes that Adam would probably barely recognise it! In my opinion ...
...bottom then you can admire Pulteney Bridge from a lower angle. 3. There are two restaurants - one on the bridge itself and one just off it that both offer lovely views, I would recommend eating in one of these, just for the view. In all honesty Pulteney Bridge isn't all that great! but its three classical arches over the river Avon just above Pulteney Weir is a must see for anyone taking some time to visit the beautiful city of Bath. It doesn't ...

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America in UK

Advantages: full of interest
Disadvantages: limitred acess for disabled visitors

...than visit this attraction. The American Museum housed in neo-classical manor of Claverton Manor in Bath Eighteen period rooms show the development of America from the time of the earliest English settlers to the eve of the Civil War. The house is situated on two levels on the ground and first floors there are a number of authentically furnished rooms, showing life from colonial times to the mid 19th century and is the largest such collection outside ...
...into the museum and the American way of life. Also throughout the season again which may be mainly of interest to the younger visitor there are various re-enactment events For the 2008 season these include: Civil War Camp Life and Drill Displays American Independence Day Drill Displays Wild West Encampment French and Indian War American Civil War Weekend These all take place on the museum lawn in the afternoons. Every year there is a temporary ...

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Aquae Sulis Once More

Advantages: Relaxing morning with no kids
Disadvantages: Expensive

...the morning in the new Thermae Spa. Bath thermae spa was, I believe, originally Bath's millennium project, but came in massively over budget and behind schedule. However the city of Bath, originally named Aqua Sulis by the Celts as it has the only hot spring in England, has long been famed for the healing properties of its hot spring, but this has not been open to the public since Roman times. Getting there The Spa itself is situated very close ...
...you are unfamiliar with Bath the easiest option to travel into the centre is using one of the 3 park and rides, as parking within reach is at a premium and if you are going to be spending a relaxing few hours you don't want to be worrying about your parking ticket. The Spa Now the busiest time to visit the spa is from mid morning over the weekend, so we thought we would try and get there as it opened. As we live an hours drive away and it was the ...

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Beautiful Bath Abbey

Advantages: Very beautiful and atmospheric, helpful staff
Disadvantages: Museum not ideal for children

Bath Abbey is in the centre of Bath, about 10 minutes walk from the train station. From the outside it is stunning and very impressive. There is no entry fee, visitors are just asked to make a donation to contribute to upkeep - £2.50 per person is suggested. A brief free guide leaflet is provided, which gives some detail about the history of the Abbey and explanation of some of the beautiful stained glass windows. There are many volunteers and staff ...
...visited the museum, or if you just have 15 minutes simply enjoy strolling around the Abbey taking in the beauty and atmosphere. When you leave, there are plenty of tearooms, restaurants and gift shops in the locality, plus other Bath attractions, if that is what you are looking for. ...

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