Indie Bath - Summer 2023 by Bath BID

INDIE BATH

INDIE BATH

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SUMMER FAMILY FUN

MEET BATH’S INDIE HEROES EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT INDIES

DATES FOR YOU DIARY

Welcome to the 4th edition of Indie Bath, brought to you by the Bath BID.

Bath has a wonderful independent scene, and we have put together Indie Bath to make it easier for you to discover and support the city’s independent businesses. There is so much to enjoy in our city: the events, the breathtaking views, the internationally recognised history. Please join us as we take you for a stroll around businesses who are the beating heart of our city.

This publication was developed by the Bath BID’s Independents’ Collective, which brings together business groups from across the city centre.

STAY IN TOUCH

STAY IN TOUCH

Tin Stanton, tinstanton.co.uk

Allison Herbert, Chief Executive Pascaline Pedron, Head of Comms and Marketing

LIFE IN THE TUB

EVENTS IN THE CITY

Spring and Summer are the perfect time to enjoy the city and its broad cultural and outdoor events. What to expect?

Forest of the Imagination celebrates its 10th birthday this Summer and will highlight the beauty and biodiversity of Bath in a multisensory installation at the Assembly Rooms from 14th June to 14th July. forestofimagination.org.uk

For outdoor fun, Victoria Park provides a huge green space close to the city centre. During the Summer, it hosts events such as Pub in the Park, from 16th to 18th June, the ultimate food and music festival, this year welcoming McFly, Example and Gabrielle. From June 16th - August 13th 2023, Bath on the Beach appears like magic at the edge of the park – a perfect place to chill with friends, sipping summer cocktails beneath palm trees or make the most of the good weather and challenge your friends to the free beach games. Jenga, anyone? Booking recommended for tickets to the adventure golf next door. bathonthebeach.co.uk

Bath Carnival is one of the best events in the Summer calendar. The city will come to life on 8th July 2023 with a whole day of colour, music and joyful celebration brought

to you by a huge team of volunteers. The parade goes through the city centre in the afternoon, concluding with a free party festival at Sydney Gardens and late night after party. Bath Carnival relies on donations and volunteers to keep going, please help them to work with all communities in Bath by making a small donation. bathcarnival.co.uk

The Holburne Museum will host the Garden Theatre Festival, Bath’s Open-Air Theatre Festival, from 21st July to 7th August. Expect two weeks of outdoor family-friendly performances from nationally renowned companies, in the glorious setting of the Holburne Museum Gardens.

During July and August, the city will be hosting the much-loved Summer Sundays events. There will be roving performers, family fun and craft activities in the open air in Kingsmead Square and around the city centre.

The summer continues into September when the city plays host to the Jane Austen Festival, Bath Great Fest and Bathscape Walking Festival

To keep up to date about what’s happening in the city, head to welcometobath.co.uk/ whats-on

UNDER THE CANOPY OF URBAN TREES

In the 18th and 19th centuries, visitors to Bath were encouraged to ‘take the cure’. This meant more than just bathing in the warm mineral waters. It called for people to embrace a radical new concept – walking for pleasure. The city was designed to encourage promenading for pleasure, with elegant crescents, new landscaped parks, pleasure gardens and paths into the surrounding countryside. Our urban environments can positively address a wide array of modern ailments including anxiety, stress, depression, loneliness and obesity. The passionate volunteers and tree lovers at Bath Urban Treescape have made it easier to enjoy walking amongst Bath’s urban trees and share a range of suggested routes via bathurbantreescape.com

The talented team from BRLSI have created the Tree Gazing Trail, available online, which is a great way to get the whole family talking about trees while they walk. tinyurl.com/3f6rfzwn

TREE HEROES

More Trees B&NES is a not-for-profit community based organisation which works to grow, plant and care for trees in the local area. Set up in 2008, they have planted approximately 11,000 trees so far. Since 2020, they have been focussing on growing trees with local provenance, the trees they grow are then planted locally not further than 10 miles away. Working with a network of four community nurseries in and around Bath, the team plant and nurture seedlings which are then planted out across the district.

moretrees.earth

EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT BATH’S INDIES

If you don’t want to live without Bath’s wonderful independent businesses, make sure you show them your support...

Bath’s independent businesses offer choice, tradition and innovation, as well as a personal and passionate service. Indies create jobs and have a positive impact on the city’s economy, supporting local artists and designers, food producers and growers.

Supporting the businesses in your local area is a greener choice, and it has never been more important to show Bath’s independent entrepreneurs that you value everything they do.

There are so many great ways to show some love to the independent businesses you wouldn’t want to live without, and many of them don’t cost a penny! Our independent business directory makes it easier than ever before to remind yourself of old favourites, discover new treasures, plan your next indie trip to the city, and show your support on social media.

Here are some easy ways to support Bath’s independent businesses and show them that you care...

THE TOTALLY LOCALLY £5 CONCEPT

If everyone in Bath spent £5 a week in the city’s local independent shops or businesses, it would be worth an extra £17.3 million per year going into the local economy. Here’s how it’s worked out using Totally Locally’s £5 concept:

£5 X 66,644 (approx. adult population of Bath) X 52 (weeks in the year) = £17, 327, 440

SUPPORT ON SOCIAL

Be sure to follow your favourite indie brands on social media and engage with their content. By liking, commenting on, sharing or saving a post, you help their posts to reach more potential customers.

TELL YOUR FRIENDS

Independent businesses with small marketing budgets benefit enormously from word-of-mouth recommendations. If you have had a great experience, be sure to tell your friends or post an endorsement on social media.

INTRODUCING NEW INDIES

These last months, we were delighted to welcome new indies in town:

For a night out: BudoBa on Argyle Street offering Japanese small bites in a relaxed setting with Japanese whisky, cocktails, and shochu, Edesia on High Street for South-American inspired meals and cocktails.

DISCOVER NEW BRANDS

There are so many independent businesses to discover in Bath. Make a list of indies you’ve never visited before and pledge to stop by this Summer. Your visit will make a world of difference!

GIVE THE GIFT OF INDIES

If you’re looking for a gift for a loved one, you are bound to find the perfect present at one of Bath’s indies. Many businesses offer gift cards, which are perfect for those who are difficult to buy for, or you can purchase a Bath Gift Card, which is accepted at over 220 businesses in the city.

For a sweet treat: Mokoko Coffee & Bakery on Newark Works, making viennoiserie and naturally leavened bread daily.

To shop: Vintage Abs on Upper Borough Walls, Sobeys on Northumberland Place, or Avonvale Carpets on Kingsmead Street.

There is always a new business to discover in Bath!

EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT BATH’S INDIES

BATH’s INDIE NEIGHBOURHOODS

Each of Bath’s neighbourhoods has its own unique atmosphere, but all of them are filled with independent spirit.

Kingsmead

Square and Saw Close

With coffee shops, restaurants, street food and a world-famous cocktail bar, Kingsmead Square is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat and watch the world go by. Just around the corner from Kingsmead Square is Saw Close, the centre of Bath’s theatre district, which is home to the Theatre Royal Bath and the community owned Komedia brings music and comedy in Bath. The area also boasts a plethora of eateries, from woodfired pizza at The Oven to the Bath institution that is Schwartz Bros.

Green Park Station

Green Park Station is a former railway station that is now a unique shopping venue, lined with independent shops and stalls, as well as the popular Bath Pizza Co. The beautiful cast-iron roof provides year-round shelter and houses regular bustling markets.

Milsom Street Quarter

The stylish Milsom Street is well-known for being home to one of the world’s oldest department stores, but you will also discover some independent gems on your wanders. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Milsom Street is Milsom Place, where you will find an array of shops and restaurants, including Chanii B, the home of internationally-renowned shoe designer Chantal Pilon and The Gaff a small-plate restaurant.

Artisan Quarter

The Walcot Street area of Bath has held the informal title of Bath’s Artisan Quarter since the 1960s, and brings together a vibrant collection of characterful independent shops and restaurants. Whether you are looking for quirky second-hand clothes or classic comics, Walcot Street has you covered. There are some lovely restaurants lining the street, and you will also find one of Bath’s institutions, the community-owned Bell Inn.

Abbey Quarter

Abbey Green is a historic cobbled square that is home to a nineteenth-century London Plane tree. Wander around the Abbey Quarter and you will find a wonderful selection of independent shops and eateries. bathabbeyquarter.com

Widcombe

Head over the footbridge behind Bath Spa Station and you will find Widcombe Parade, offering everything from coffee houses to gift shops, and even a gin distillery. Just up the road, you will find Widcombe Social Club, a community-focused venue offering live music and comedy nights.

Larkhall

Sitting on the edge of the city, Larkhall’s village atmosphere is bolstered by independent shops including Larkhall Butchers, a farm shop, delis, florists and even a co-operative printing workshop.

Moorland Road

Based in the popular Oldfield Park area, the bustling Moorland Road is home to independent retailers aplenty. Find a wide range of hardware products at Francis DIY, which first opened in 1967, stock up on essentials at Bath’s first refill store, Newleaf Healthfoods, and tuck into out-of-thisworld burgers from Magu Diner, or award-winning fish and chips from The Oyster Shell.

Bear Flat

Named the second-best place to live in the South West by the Sunday Times last year, Bear Flat has a tight-knit community and an impressive range of independent shops and eateries, including the Good Bear Café, where 2014 Masterchef winner Ping Coombes hosts supper clubs, and Menu

Gordon Jones, a stylish contemporary restaurant with a long waiting list.

Weston

Originally a separate village, Weston is now a suburb in north-west Bath that is home to cosy cafés, takeaways, and a friendly pub.

Union and Northumberland Passages

One of city’s best kept secrets, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets but just seconds away from Bath’s tourist destinations. Described by Jane Austen as ‘“this interesting passageway”, this characterful area is crammed with independent cafes, coffee shops, jewellers, pubs, and gift shops.

MEET BATH’S INDIE HEROES

MEET BATH’S INDIE HEROES

We speak to Nicholas Wylde, Founder of Wylde Jewellers on Northumberland Place.

Tell us a bit about your business...

I opened the Bath store in 1987 with 12 rings in the window. I always wanted to be an innovator and to have a window where jewellery loving clients would stop and admire my pieces. The Wylde Flower Diamond® must be my proudest achievement. I set out to deliver unique jewellery and it was a goal from the very start to have my own cut of diamond and I launched this unique patented, diamond on my 25th anniversary. It sparkles more than a round brilliant cut, and has a beautiful romantic flower reflecting from the bottom of the stone. I am also very proud to have twice won, the national award for Best Jewellery Retailer in the UK.

Why Bath?

I grew up in Birmingham and went to the Jewellery College there. At 20, I arrived in Bath as a trainee jeweller and haven’t looked back. I like Bath, as it is a little bubble of happiness. When the sun is out, the music is in the streets, the cafes are buzzing and all the festivals are being enjoyed, where could be nicer? It’s a big city with a little footprint, easy to visit the cultural attractions and to stroll around the streets seeking out the small and friendly independent shops and restaurants.

Share something new and exciting that you have discovered in Bath.

There are always new and exciting things popping up in and around Bath. Bristol’s Pieminister has opened a restaurant at the start of the year. This is what Bath’s about, strolling around, looking up at the architecture, discovering the side streets, enjoying the cafes, and visiting the places you stumble across.

What would be your perfect day in Bath?

Living in Bath is wonderful. I would enjoy a spa and a gin. Together is perfect! We are spoiled for choice with spas. My perfect day would start with a treatment at Neal’s Yard and a visit to the main Thermae Spa or I would try the beautifully restored outdoor Cleveland Pools. Then it’s off to the Gin Bar to meet friends and to soak up the atmosphere of the city. Which Gin to choose? There are so many! It has to be Bath Gin of course! There are so many lovely restaurants to choose from, but we would probably finish a special day going to The Walcot in Walcot Street as it is one of our favourites.

Your top indie recommendation in Bath?

Bath has always been known as a shopping destination. I would recommend walking up to Margaret’s Buildings, down through Bartlett Street, on to Walcot Street, through the Guildhall Market, into Northumberland Place and down to Abbey Green. You can find Rossiters of Bath a small independent department store in Broad Street, Gabucci menswear in Milsom Street, and Moss Hi-Fi on James Parade who has been trading over 35 years. There are some great new independents like Always Sunday, Chapter 22 (a lovely florist and café) and the Botanica Studio near us to name just a few.

What are you most looking forward to in the city over the next few months?

Summer and Christmas are wonderful times to be in Bath. Seeing people enjoy the city is very important to me. There are many people behind the scenes working hard to deliver the festivals, monthly events, the Christmas market etc. to create the ‘all year-round’ atmosphere that makes Bath so special.

ALWAYS SUNDAY STORE

9 Broad Street, Bath, BA1 5LJ alwayssunday.store

@always_sunday_store

A curated collection of items for an inspired life and home. Discover artist-designed, vintage, limited editions, Always Sunday exclusive and locally-made finds in this ever changing store.

BARTLETT STREET ANTIQUES CENTRE

8 Bartlett Street, Bath, BA1 2QZ bartlettstreetantiquescentre.com

The largest antiques centre in Bath, with over 65 dealers represented.

BATH AQUA GLASS SHOP

15 Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1NA bathaquaglass.com

/bathaquaglass @bathaquaglassshop

@bathaquaglass

One of the most beautiful shops in Bath, the flagship store of Bath Aqua Glass sells hand-blown glassware.

BLUEBELLS

16 Cheap Street, Bath, BA1 1NA bluebellsgifts.com

/bluebellsbath @bluebellsbath

Bluebells stocks a range of on-trend gifts, homeware, fashion accessories, soft toys and Bath souvenirs from well-known brands and local artisans.

BOTANICA STUDIO

17 Union Passage, Bath, BA1 1RE botanicastudio.co.uk

@botanica_studios

Started as a market stall in 2016, Botanica Studio is an independent indoor plant shop selling plants, pots, soil, and plant accessories.

CHANII B

9 Milsom Place, Bath, BA1 1BZ chaniibshoes.com

/chaniibshoes

@shoesbychaniib

/company/chanii-b @chaniibshoes

Limited-edition designer shoes and accessories, designed locally and handmade in Portugal.

CHAPTER 22 ROOTS AND RECORDS

9 Milsom Place, Bath, BA1 1BZ chapter22rootsandrecords.com

/chapter22rootsandrecords

chapter22rootsandrecords

An unique and beautiful space, with plants, records and also a cafe. A destination not just a shop.

COOPERS HOME APPLIANCES

13/15 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BN coopershomeappliances.com

/coopers.stores.bath @coopers_stores

Offering value-driven and customer-focused independent retailing, Coopers strive to make buying home appliances a pleasurable and human experience – an antidote to the soulless online shopping ‘trip’.

CREAM CORNWALL

29 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DG www.creamcornwall.co.uk

/creamcornwall @ creamcornwall

Inspired by the coast, Cream Cornwall makes luxury and exclusive homewares for people who love to be surrounded by beautiful things.

THE DRESSING ROOM

7 Quiet Street, Bath, BA1 2JU dressingroombath.com

/thedressingroombath @dressing_room_bath

The Dressing Room has sold the finest lingerie, beachwear and nightwear since 1985, catering for the petite to the luscious and thoroughly enjoying what they do.

FAT GIRAFFE GIFTS

25 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DG fatgiraffegifts.com

/fatgiraffegifts @fatgiraffegifts

Handcrafted, unique wooden gifts, all sustainably & ethically produced from local artisans in Bali, Indonesia.

GABUCCI

35 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DN gabucci.co.uk

Sitting proudly on one of the most iconic shopping streets in the UK, Gabucci has been dressing men for over 16 years, and offers a unique men’s fashion experience, with a highly individual, on-trend European style.

GEORGE BAYNTUN

23 Manvers Street, Bath, BA1 1JW georgebayntun.com

/georgebayntunbookshop @georgebayntun @georgebayntun

George Bayntun is one of the world’s most famous bookshops and is home to the Bayntun-Riviere bindery.

GOLD & PLATINUM STUDIO

19 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR goldandplatinumstudio.co.uk

/goldandplatinumstudio @goldandplatinumstudio

A bespoke jeweller specialising in engagement and wedding rings, designed and handmade in their on-site workshop with a personal service from start to finish.

GRAHAM AND GREEN

92 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BG grahamandgreen.co.uk

/grahamandgreen @grahamandgreen

/company/graham-and-green @grahamandgreen

An independent brand that is synonymous with eclectic furniture, hand-picked homeware and unique gifts sourced from artisans across the globe.

GUITARBITZ

6 Quiet Street, Bath, BA1 2JS guitarbitz.com

/guitarbitz @guitarbitz

Guitarbitz is a friendly music store supplying instruments, parts, accessories and guitar repairs, with a large range of guitars for beginners up to pros.

HAUS

3 Abbeygate Street, Bath, BA1 1NP hauslife.co.uk

/hauslifestyle @haus.life_

Haus is a homewares, clothing and gift shop, stocking unique, travel-inspired items sourced from artisans across the globe. They also stock Swyft sofas.

HONEY WILLOW

8 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, BA2 4AX honeywillow.com

@honeywillowjewellery

Honey Willow is an independent jewellery shop selling meaningful, personalised jewellery, handmade in their central Bath workshop.

ICARUS JEWELLERY

3 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, BA2 4AX icarusjewellery.com

/icarusjewellery @icarusjewellery icarusjewellery

An independent jewellery shop that has been based in Bath since 2015. Icarus is known for its elegant, bold and finestquality silver, handmade jewellery.

JOHN ANTHONY

28 High Street, Bath, BA1 5AJ

john-anthony.com

/johnanthonyfashion

@johnanthonyfashion

An independent retailer of global luxury menswear, selling cutting-edge designer gear, tailored suits and accessories.

JOHN MOORE SPORTS

2 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BA johnmooresports.co.uk

/ johnmooresports @johnmooresports @johnmooresports

John Moore Sports is Bath’s sports and school outfitter. Aside from apparel and sports equipment, they offer free gait analysis, racket restringing, printing and embroidery.

A YARN STORY

128 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BG

AMERICAN DREAM COMICS

72 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BD

JODY CORY GOLDSMITHS

9 Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LY

PULTENEY BRIDGE FLOWERS

14 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, BA2 4AY

MINERVA ART SUPPLIES

13 Green Street, Bath, BA1 2JZ minervaartsupplies.co.uk @minervaartshop

A 200-year-old family business offering artists’ materials including paint, brushes, papers, graphic markers, technical pens, folios, sprays and much more.

MR B’S EMPORIUM OF READING DELIGHTS

13–15 John Street, Bath, BA1 2JL mrbsemporium.com

/mrbsemporiumofreadingdelights @mrbsemporium @mrbsemporium

Mr B’s is an award-winning, energetic and innovative bookshop in the heart of Bath. A bright labyrinthine space, where book chatter and advice seem ever-present.

MALLORY JEWELLERS

1–5 Bridge Street, Bath BA2 4AP mallory-jewellers.com

@mallory_jewellers @mallorybath

The destination for fine and contemporary jewellery, bespoke commissions, Swiss timepieces and luxury accessories. Family-owned and run since 1898.

MY SMALL WORLD TOY STORE

19–21 St Lawrence Street, Bath, BA1 1AN mysmallworld.co.uk

/mysmallworldtoys @mysmallworldtoys

Bath’s famous, award-winning toy store, filled to the brim with a unique collection of toys, games and books – and utterly child-friendly, of course!

PORTMAN

28 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DG portmanbath.co.uk

@portmanbathboutique @portmanbathuk

An independent fashion boutique in the heart of Bath’s shopping district, specialising in Italian fashion, handbags, jewellery and accessories.

PERFECTO MARKET

Unit A, Westpoint, Avon Street, Bath, BA1 1UN perfectomarket.com

/perfectomarketbath @perfectomarket

With foods from over 50 countries, Perfecto Market will catapult you into a whole new world of great cultures, foods and people.

SAM WILSON

36 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DN samwilsonstudio.com

/samwilsonstudio @samwilsonstudio

Sam Wilson is a luxury homeware brand inspired by the British countryside.

QUIET STREET ANTIQUES

3 Quiet Street, Bath, BA1 2JS quietstreetantiques.co.uk

/quietstreetantiques

Four floors of quality antiques at sensible prices with over 40 years of exercience with beautiful Regency and Georgian pieces.

THE BATH HUMBUG SHOP

49 Guildhall Market, High Street, Bath, BA2 4AW

THE CORK AND TRUCKLE

4 Abbey Grn, Bath BA1 1NW

MILES MANN

9 Cheap Street, Bath, BA1 1NE

TEA HOUSE EMPORIUM

22 New Bond Street, Bath, BA1 1RE

SP GREEN

7 Green Street, Bath, BA1 2JY spgreen.com

/spgreenjewellers

@spgreenjewellersbath

An independent family manufacturing jewellers specialising in diamonds, gemstones and bespoke design.

SUAVE OWL

33 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DG suaveowl.co.uk

/suaveowlltd @suaveowl

/company/suave-owl @suaveowl

An award-winning independent company offering a wide range of formal and casual men’s clothing. Assisting gents with feeling their best from everyday to wedding day.

THE SAN FRANCISCO FUDGE FACTORY

6 Church Street, Bath, BA1 1NL sanfranciscofudge.co.uk

/bathfudgeshop @fudgefactorybath

@bathfudgeshop

A family-run business in the heart of Bath that has been making fudge with all-natural ingredients every day since 1995.

THE SILVER SHOP

25 Union Passage, Bath, BA1 1RD thesilvershopofbath.co.uk @thesilvershopbath

Established in 1952, The Silver Shop has offerered Bath’s largest collection of stunning silver jewellery and a unique range of gifts for 70 years.

TIMBER TREASURES

5 Abbey Green, Bath, BA1 1NW timber-treasures.co.uk /timbertreasuresbath @timber_treasures_ @timbertreasures

A home accessories store in Abbey Green, specialising in handmade wooden gifts.

TOPPING & COMPANY BOOKSELLERS OF BATH

York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG toppingbooks.co.uk /toppingsstas @toppingsstas @toppingsstas

A family-run independent bookshop based in Bath since 2004, with a focus on live author events and a friendly, knowledgeable bookselling team.

VINTAGE ABS

6 Upper Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1RG vintageabs.com

vintageabs_bath

Proudly independent shop selling reworked and vintage clothing!

WYLDE JEWELLERS

12 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR nicholaswylde.com

/nicholaswylde.jeweller.and.goldsmith @nicholaswyldegoldsmith @nicholaswylde

An award-winning jeweller specialising in bespoke jewellery and their own diamond cut, The Wylde Flower Diamond®.

ZUCCI CLOTHES

7–13 Upper Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1RG @zucci_clothing

A family-run independent retailer, specialising in premium menswear brands, and providing a personal service to their customers.

CAFÉS AND DELIS

THE ABBEY DELI

2 Abbey Street, Bath, BA1 1NN

jjbeanos.com

@thebathdelico

As featured as The Modiste in the Netflix series Bridgerton, the Abbey Deli is a quirky café offering freshly baked meals featuring local suppliers. The talented team behind the Abbey Deli also have outlets for their delicious menu in Larkhall and Widcombe.

THE BATH BUN TEA SHOPPE

2A Abbey Green, Bath, BA1 1NW

thebathbun.com

@bath.bun

This pretty tearoom is set in Bath’s Abbey Quarter, and is home to the famous Bath Bun. The Bath Bun Tea Shoppe serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea all day.

PULTENEY BRIDGE COFFEE

15–17 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, BA2 4AY

@thebridgecoffeeshop

A beautiful coffee shop on the famous Pulteney Bridge, serving delicous coffees, lunches and cream teas. Marvel at the Georgian architecture and amazing views over the weir!

CAFÉ AU LAIT

12–14 Dorchester Street, Bath, BA1 1SS /cafeaulaitcoffeehouse @cafeaulait_bath @cafeaulait_bath

Brunch is what Café au Lait does best! Café au Lait is the perfect hangout spot for some cool coffee art or a boozy breakfast.

CAFÉ LUCCA

1 Bartlett Street, Bath, BA1 2QZ cafelucca.co.uk

@cafeluccabath

Café Lucca is a stylish and popular café in the boutique quarter of Bath, serving delicious salads, paninis, quiche, cakes and coffee, with a sun terrace.

CORTADO CAFÉ

7 Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4AS cortadobath.co.uk

/cortadobath @cortadobath

An independent café offering speciality coffee, brunch, and fresh food, including their speciality Argentinian empanadas.

FOX & KIT

7 The Corridor, Bath, BA1 5AP foxandkitcafe.com

/foxandkitcafe @foxandkitbath @foxandkitcafe

Bath’s truly parent- and child-friendly café, housed in Bath’s historic covered shopping arcade.

MOKOKO

6 Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LY mokokocoffee.com

@mokokocoffeebakery

A bakery right in the centre of Bath, serving freshly baked pastries and delicious coffee. Enjoy the cosy interior with a view of Bath Abbey.

PICNIC COFFEE

9 Saracen Street, Bath, BA1 5BR

picniccoffee.co.uk

/picniccoffee @picnic_bath

@picnic_bath

On the corner of Saracen Street and Walcot Street, you will find a speciality coffee heaven in a relaxed, airy space. V60 filter or guest-roast espresso? They’ve got you covered.

HANDS GEORGIAN TEAROOM

1 Abbey Street, Bath, BA1 1NN handstearoom.co.uk

/hands-georgian-tearoom-100741208375226

Set in the popular Abbey Green area, Hands Georgian Tearoom is home to afternoon teas and Somerset cream teas, and serves a full menu with table service.

MJOLK CAFE

13 Abbey Churchyard mjolk.cafe

/mjolk.cafe @mjolk.cafe

A Nordic cafe in the heart of Bath, promoting the concept of ‘fika’ - taking time out of the day to sit down, drink coffee and eat with friends.

QUIET STREET COFFEE

2 Quiet Street, Bath, BA1 2JS

@quietstreetcoffee

Housed in a Georgian building in central Bath, Quiet Street Coffee specialises in delicious coffees, unique loose leaf teas, and homemade cakes.

ROSARIOS

18 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR rosarioscafe.co.uk

/rosariosbath @rosariosbath @rosariosbath

Rosarios is a traditional Italian café run by Rosario and his wonderful team. He poured his passion for coffee and his Nonna’s cooking into the concept of this fine café.

SALLY LUNN’S

4 North Parade Passage, Bath, BA1 1NX sallylunns.co.uk

/sallylunnsbath @sallylunnsbath

The oldest house in Bath, home of the city’s most famous delicacy, the Sally Lunn Bun. Serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and candlelit dinner.

SOCIETY CAFÉ (THE CORRIDOR)

19 High Street, The Corridor, Bath, BA1 5AJ society-cafe.com

/societycafebath @societycafe @societycafe

An independently owned speciality coffee shop serving some of the world’s best coffee along with amazing hot chocolates, loose leaf teas and locally sourced treats!

SOCIETY CAFÉ (KINGSMEAD SQUARE)

5 Kingsmead Square, Bath, BA1 2AB

Society Café’s second Bath branch, serving speciality coffee, hot chocolates, loose leaf teas and cake, with indoor and outdoor seating.

SUGARCANE STUDIO

1 Grove Street, Bath, BA2 6PJ

sugarcanestudio.co.uk

/sugarcanestudiouk

@sugarcane_studio StudioSugarcane

A Taiwanese cafe selling French patisseries with East Asian flavours made in store. The shop also stocks a selection of Taiwanese homewares along with works from local artists and makers.

SWEET LITTLE THINGS (LOWER BOROUGH WALLS)

6 Lower Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1QR sltbath.co.uk

/sltbath @sltbath @sltbath

An independent tea room in the centre of Bath offering breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and cocktails in instagrammable surroundings.

SWEET LITTLE THINGS (OLD BOND STREET)

5 Old Bond Street, Bath, BA1 1BW Sweet Little Things’ second branch, offering speciality coffee, choux buns, cakes and afternoon teas in a beautiful setting in the heart of Bath.

THE WHOLE BAGEL

8 Upper Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1RG thewholebagel.co.uk

/whole-bagel-bath

@wholebagel

Eat in or takeaway delicious fresh bagels and salads along with organic coffee, fresh smoothies and tasty brownies.

TAYLOR’S

6 London Street, Bath, BA1 5BU

THE COURTYARD CAFÉ

3 Lilliput Court, Bath, BA1 1ND

WILD CAFÉ BATH

10A Queen Street, Bath, BA1 1HE

CASCARA

3 Upper Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1RG

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RESTAURANTS AND TAKEAWAY

AMARONE

Beau Nash House, Saw Close, Bath, BA1 1EU amaroneristorante.co.uk

@amaronerestaurant

Amarone is an independent Italian restaurant in the heart of Bath, with a reputation for excellent wines and traditional cuisine, including delicious chargrilled steaks.

BANDOOK KITCHEN

3-7 Milsom Place, Bath, BA1 1BZ bandookkitchen.com

/bandookbath @bandookkitchen bandookkitchen_ Bandook’s flavoursome menu offers an innovative take on authentic traditional street food dishes originating from Bombay to Kolkata.

BOSCO PIZZERIA

1–2 Milsom Place, Bath, BA1 1BZ boscopizzeria.co.uk

/boscopizzeria @boscopizzeria

A neighbourhood restaurant inspired by the pizzerias of Naples and New York City, serving Neapolitan-style pizza and classic regional Italian dishes.

BATH PIZZA CO

Green Park Station, Bath, BA1 1JB bathpizzaco.com

/bathpizzaco @bathpizzaco @bathpizzaco

Soak up the buzzing atmosphere at Bath Pizza Co, offering live music, wood-fired pizza and cocktails in the historic Green Park Station.

BUDŌ BĀ

3 Argyle St, Bathwick, Bath thegrapesbath.co.uk/budo-ba

@budobabath @budobabath

Bath’s only izakaya, serving umami delights next to historic Pulteney Bridge with Japanese beer and spirits alongside the city’s largest sake selection.

CLAYTON’S KITCHEN

15A George Street, Bath, BA1 2EN claytonskitchen.com

@claytons_kitchen @claytonskitch

A perennial foodie favourite, the restaurant’s Chef Patron Robert Clayton creates uncomplicated dishes that explore and showcase the freshest and finest ingredients.

CAPPADOCIA

4-5 Newmarket Row, Bath, BA2 4AN

DOS DEDOS

Edgar Mews, Bartlett Street, Bath, BA1 2QZ

SCHWARTZ BROS

4 Sawclose, Bath, BA1 5BG

THE HIVE

16 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BQ

EDESIA RESTAURANT LOUNGE & BAR

13-14 High Street, Bath, BA1 5A

edesiabath.co.uk

@edesia.restaurant.bath

Edesia is a Restaurant and Cocktail Bar & Lounge in the heart of Bath overlooking the Guildhall and the Abbey that serves South American-inspired dishes.

DOUGH (THE CORRIDOR)

14–16 The Corridor, Bath, BA1 5AP doughpizzarestaurant.co.uk /doughpizzarestaurant @doughpizza_ doughpizza_

A proudly independent Italian pizzeria focusing on pizza for everyone, with 13 varieties of dough. Gluten-free and vegan pizzas are a speciality.

DOUGH (KINGSMEAD SQUARE)

9 Kingsmead Square, Bath, BA1 2AB

Dough’s second Bath pizzeria serves up 12 freshly made dough options, with five gluten-free bases in the mix. Dough’s outdoor seating is perfect for people-watching.

GREEN PARK BRASSERIE

Green Park Station, Bath, BA1 1JB /greenparkbrasserie @greenparkbraz @greenparkbraz

Enjoy award-winning food and live music in the stunning Victorian Green Park Station in Bath city centre.

THE HERD

12 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BQ theherdrestaurant.co.uk

A popular steakhouse serving prime 28-day matured steaks from a local butcher, cooked to perfection. Pre-booking is essential.

HUDSON STEAKHOUSE

14 London Street, Bath, BA1 5BU hudsonsteakhouse.co.uk

@hudsonsteakhousebath

Hudson Steakhouse is an award-winning restaurant serving prime steaks, cocktails and wine in a stylish renovated Victorian pub.

JOYA

6 Newmarket Row, Grand Parade, Bath, BA2 4AN joyarestaurant.co.uk

@joya_restaurant

Joya is a classy and cosy steakhouse offering the finest extramature steaks offered with their ‘Hot-Stone Experience’, and a cocktail menu, overlooking Pulteney Weir.

LA TERRA

2 John Street, Bath, BA1 2JL laterra.co.uk

@laterrabath

La Terra is an independent restaurant in the heart of Bath, serving an Italian menu (with a modern approach) and an extensive wine list with relaxed and friendly service.

OAK RESTAURANT

2 North Parade Passage, Bath, BA1 1NX oakrestaurant.co.uk

@oakrestaurantbath

OAK Restaurant offers sustainable cooking, natural wine, and organic and biodynamic produce.

THE OVEN

3–4 Saw Close, Bath, BA1 1EY theovenpizzeria.co.uk

@theovenpizzeria

The Oven is an award-winning independent artisan pizzeria, specialising in authentic Neopolitan pizza, fresh salads, mouth-watering desserts and good wine.

THE OYSTER SHELL

5 Moorland Road, Bath, BA2 3PJ theoystershell.co.uk

/oystershellbath @oystershellbath

@oystershellbath

The Oyster Shell is a traditional chippy with a focus on the best of British fish and chips cooked to order, bringing restaurant quality to a takeaway format.

PINTXO

31 Barton Street, Bath, BA1 1HG pintxobath.co.uk

/ bathpintxo @pintxobath

Inspired by the Pintxo bars of San Sebastián, Pintxo is passionate about creating an authentic tapas bar experience, offering sherry, wines and the very best Spanish produce.

PLATE

18–19 Pulteney Road, Bath, BA2 4EZ thebirdbath.co.uk/food-drink/plate

@platebathwick

Plate encapsulates a taste of Bath with authentic British dishes celebrating fresh, seasonal produce.

RAPHAEL

Gascoyne House, Upper Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1RN

raphaelrestaurant.co.uk

@raphaelbath_

Raphael is a popular, well-established restaurant, focusing on modern British food using quality local ingredients, and with an extensive yet eclectic wine list.

THE REAL ITALIAN ICE CREAM CO

17 York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG

@therealitalianicecream_co

Bath’s first authentic gelateria, offering 24 flavours of gelato made on-site using local milk and cream, as well as sundaes, crêpes, waffles and milkshakes.

THE REAL ITALIAN PIZZA CO

16 York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG

realitalianpizza.co.uk

@realitalianpizzabath

Bath’s original wood-fired pizza restaurant and winner of the Bath Good Food Award for best pizza restaurant. Enjoy pizza and cocktails in the restaurant or courtyard.

ROBUN

4 Princes Buildings, George Street, Bath, BA1 2ED

robun.co.uk

/robunrestaurant @robunrestaurant

Robun serves Japanese sharing plates, cooked over fire. Their menu is fresh, authentic and theatrical, offered alongside a list of sake, whisky and cocktails.

SALATHAI RESTAURANT

14–15 Pierrepont Street, Bath, BA1 1LA salathai-bath.co.uk

@salathai_bath

A family-owned restaurant offering Thai dishes served in a small, buzzing restaurant with traditional decoration.

THE SCALLOP SHELL

22 Monmouth Place, Bath, BA1 2AY thescallopshell.co.uk

/thescallopshell @thescallopshell thescallopshell

A much-loved fish restaurant flying the flag for a fresh, sustainable catch from UK waters, with fish and shellfish displayed in an ice-filled roll-top bath.

WOODS RESTAURANT

9–13 Alfred Street, Bath, BA1 2QX woodsrestaurant.com

/ woodsinbath @woodsinbath @woodsinbath

A truly independent, family-run business created in 1979, offering delicious, locally sourced ingredients, served in Georgian elegance, opposite the Assembly Rooms.

YAK YETI YAK

12 Pierrepont Street, Bath, BA1 1LA yakyetiyak.co.uk

/yakyetiyakbath @yakyetiyakbath

yakyetiyakbath

The first pure Nepalese restaurant in the UK, Yak Yeti Yak has been at the forefront of Bath’s food scene for over 17 years.

SQUARE GRILL HOUSE PIANO BAR

11-12 Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LY

squaregrillbath

An independent, family friendly restaurant in the heart of Bath overlooking The Abbey and The Roman Baths.

THE GAFF

29 Milsom Street, BATH BA1 1BZ thegaffrestaurant.co.uk

@thegaffinbath

The Gaff offers a friendly and relaxed atmosphere serving beautiful small plates championing the best quality ingredients with a nostalgic twist.

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pubs and bars

THE ALE HOUSE

1 York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG

/bathalehouse @thealehousebath

A traditional English pub right in the heart of Bath, always promising to serve a great pint and home-cooked food with a smile.

THE BELL INN

103 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BW thebellinnbath.co.uk

/thebellinn @thebellinnbath

@thebellinnbath

The Bell is a historic free house and live music pub on the edge of Bath city centre.

THE BLACK FOX

47 St James Parade, Bath, BA1 1UQ

blackfoxbath.com

@blackfoxbath

A seventeenth-century inn with nine beautiful ensuite bedrooms, serving local craft beers and gins, and fantastic food from local suppliers.

THE BATH DISTILLERY GIN BAR

2–3 Queen Street, Bath, BA1 1HE

thebathgincompany.co.uk

@bathdistillery @bathdistillery

Taste the cocktails of ‘Gin’ Austen, featuring the Bath Distillery Gin Bar’s very own Bath Gin, as well as around 230 other gins, each paired with their own unique mixer and garnish.

CIRCO CELLAR BAR

16-18 George Street, Bath, BA1 2EN circobar.co.uk

/circobarcocktailbar @circobarbath @circobarbath

A chic blend of the old and the new, Circo has one of the most extensive back bars in Bath, and offers a stunning array of cocktails, wines and beers.

THE COMMON ROOM

2 Saville Row, Bath, BA1 2QP commonroombath.co.uk

/commonroombath @commonroombath

@commonroombath

An independent, late-night rum bar with Tiki influences on Saville Row, with DJs, cool decor, and a well-stocked bar.

RAINCHECK

7 Edgar Buildings, Bath, BA1 2EE raincheckbar.com

@raincheckbar

A sleek and sophisticated addition to Bath’s nightlife tableau, with two bars, a heated terrace. With a more intimate vibe during the week, Raincheck still knows how to party, with resident DJ playing from 9pm every Friday & Saturday and delicious cocktail offerings all week long.

FLAN O’BRIENS

21 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EP flanobrien.com

/flan.obriensbath @flanobriens @flanobriensbath

Flan O’Briens is an Irish-themed pub in the heart of Bath. It boasts a fantastic outdoor area and hosts live music events.

THE GRAPES

14 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EQ thegrapesbath.co.uk

/thegrapesbath @thegrapesbath @thegrapesbath

A modern, award-winning free house in a seventeenthcentury pub offering craft beers, exciting food and live music.

THE GRIFFIN INN BATH

The Griffin Inn, Monmouth St, Bath, BA1 2AP thegriffinbath.co.uk

/thegriffinbath @thegriffinbath

Serving real ales & cocktails and with eight comfy rooms to stay in - The Griffin Inn is the place to be day or night.

SLEIGHT MAGIC BAR

1 York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG

/sleightbar @sleightbarbath

Sleight is Bath’s first and only magic bar, with professional UK and international magicians performing live all evening.

SUB 13

4 Edgar Buildings, Bath, BA1 2EE sub13.net

/sub13bar @sub13bar @sub13bar

Sub 13 is a cocktail bar in the heart of the city with a large terrace and basement club area. Two-for-one cocktails are served until late every day.

MOLES

14 George St, Bath, BA1 2EN moles.co.uk

/molesbath @molesbath @molesbath

Moles is an independent live music venue and nightclub, running in the heart of Bath since 1978. They host an assortment of entertainment for everyone.

THE RAVEN

7 Queen Street, Bath, BA1 1HE theravenofbath.co.uk

/ravenpubbath @ravenofbath

@theravenofbath

The Raven is a small, traditional, independent pub, serving delicious pie and mash, washed down with a selection of fine cask ales, traditional ciders, and quality wines and spirits.

THE SALAMANDER

3 John Street, Bath, BA1 2JL salamanderbath.co.uk

/thesalamanderpub

The Salamander is a great British pub in the heart of Bath, offering a well-stocked bar, a menu of traditional British pub classics, and lots of cosy corners to sit and eat.

VINO VINO

5–6 Seven Dials, Saw Close, Bath, BA1 1EN vinovinowinebar.co.uk @vinovinobath

Vino Vino is a buzzing wine and cocktail bar with a large heated covered terrace, a carefully curated wine list, inventive cocktails and delicious food.

WALCOT HOUSE

90B and 90C Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5GB walcothousebath.com

@thewalcotbath

Walcot House is an eclectic venue combining stylish restaurant and dilly bar The Walcot, table service coktail bar Bread & Jam, and live music and Djs at Lomah.

THE TRINITY INN

James St W, Bath BA1 2DA thetrinitybath.co.uk/index

The Trinity is a great British pub in the heart of Bath. They offer beer, cider, ale, wine, fizz, cocktails, darts & pub games, and also show Sky Sports & BT Sport.

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MEET OUR WELCOME AMBASSADORS

The Welcome Ambassadors scheme was created 4 years ago. Look out for this brilliant team of volunteers warmly welcoming visitors in all weathers.

The Welcome Ambassadors are the friendly faces of Bath, offering visitors, workers and residents a warm and informed welcome to the city centre. Look out for them as you wander around the city. They will be dressed in bright blue Welcome to Bath jackets. If you have a question or are looking for advice or recommendations, the team will be happy to help.

Welcome Ambassadors have tried and tested many of the indie businesses in this guide and will be glad to give you some recommendations. Welcome Ambassadors love the city of Bath and direct people throughout the city, encouraging them to visit Bath businesses, and to explore the hidden gems as well as the must-do activities. Proud of their city, they regularly share their visit recommendations online on welcometobath.co.uk.

If you live locally, we are always on the lookout for enthusiastic people over 18 years of age who are warm and friendly, with strong interpersonal skills. If you are interested please get in touch, emailing info@bathbid.co.uk

MEET BATH’S INDIE HEROES

We speak to Dylan who runs Dylan’s Moda Barbers in the Corridor.

Tell us a bit about your business.

I began barbering at an early age and fell in love with the idea of instilling confidence in people regarding their appearance. I was lucky enough to bring my passion to fruition by establishing Dylan’s Moda Barbers in the heart of Bath in 2015 at the age of 19. It has been an amazing journey ever since. It’s given us a chance to meet an extraordinary number of individuals. Each conversation has given me insight into the different paths we embark on, and I will never get tired of hearing my clients’ stories. Our services, such as the hot towel shaves, flame on the ears and complimentary tea (Çay) have enabled people to enjoy a unique experience with us. We are very proud of it! Alongside being a proud sponsor of Bath Rugby, it feels like a big community of support and induces a feeling of togetherness.

Why Bath?

I fell in love with Bath instantly - everyone does! Bath has everything for every age group offering the convenience of living in a historic, vibrant city with a safe atmosphere. It’s filled with beautifully preserved architecture, plenty of green spaces to enjoy long walks in and around the stunning city centre. Bath stood out for all those reasons, and I wanted to leave my creative mark here. This motivated me to bring

a unique experience here. That’s where the idea of a men’s hairdresser providing contemporary Turkish barbering was born.

What do you do to spoil yourself?

I enjoy going out for long walks with my wife to have food and do some shopping. One of my favourites is our neighbour BathZaar which serves the best Turkish Coffee and desserts, such a delight! Concluding the day with a relaxing visit to the spa is always a nice treat.

Your top indie recommendation in Bath?

My top recommendation would be The Herd which has to be one of the best steakhouses I’ve ever been to. A newer place would have to be BathZaar - our neighbour that offers the best Turkish delights, desserts and coffees.

What are you most looking forward to in the city over the next few months?

The summer brings about a different energy, and the city livens up. The season brings Bath a lot of visitors, which keeps us busy, and the weather conditions are better, allowing us to enjoy the vast green spaces Bath has to offer. We cannot wait to enjoy the sunshine with our customers and give them the confidence they deserve.

HEALTH AND BEAUTY

12 TRIM STREET

12A Trim Street, Bath, BA1 1HB

/12trimstreet @12trimstreet @trimstreet

The ethos at 12 Trim Street is healthy hair, sumptuous beauty, the best coffee, good vibes and the friendliest service, helping you feel and look your absolute best.

A.H. HALE

8 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4QB

A.H. Hale is one of the oldest pharmacies in the UK. Situated next to the world-famous Pulteney Bridge, A.H. Hale’s façade features a crest of Queen Charlotte and ionic columns.

CIRCUS DENTAL

13 The Circus, Bath, BA1 2ES

circusdental.com

/circusdentalbath @circusdental

A dental practice where cutting edge dentistry meets timehonoured tradition, offering specialist, referral and general dental care to all their patients.

DAVID MAXWELL HAIRDRESSING

10 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BQ

davidmaxwellhairdressing.co.uk

/davidmaxwellhair @davidmaxwellhairdressing dm_hairdressing

A luxurious hairdressing salon in the heart of Bath that is perfect for every generation.

DYLAN’S MODA BARBERS

3–4 The Corridor, Bath, BA1 5AP dylansmodabarbers.com

/dylansmodabarber @dylansmodabarber

Offering an outstanding mix of traditional Turkish barbering, contemporary men’s hairdressing, Turkish shaves, beard trims, hot towel treatments and professional grooming products.

ELLIS AND KILLPARTRICK

18 New Bond Street, Bath, BA1 1BA ellisandkillpartrick.com

/ellisandkillpartrick @ellisandkillpartrickbath @eandkbath

Founded in 1979, Ellis and Killpartrick is one of the leading opticians in the South West.

FRONTLINESTYLE

4–5 Monmouth Street, Bath, BA1 2AJ frontlinestyle.co.uk

/frontlinestyle @frontlinestyle_ @frontlinestyle

An award-winning family hair and beauty salon combining traditional treatments, the most advanced non-surgical solutions, and permanent hair removal.

NEW SAVILLE ROW

14 Northgate Street, Bath, BA1 5AS

/newsavillerow @newsavillerow

Having traded since 1965, New Saville Row is Bath’s longestestablished traditional gents hairdressers, offering a friendly and professional service.

GOODBODY CLINIC

7 Broad Street, Bath, BA1 5LJ health.goodbodyclinic.com /goodbodyclinic @goodbodyclinic / companygoodbody-wellness

A local private health testing provider, helping people to monitor, check and improve their health and wellness with ease.

THE SOUL SPA

2 Hetling Court, Bath, BA 1SH1 thesoulspa.co.uk

/thesoulspa.co.uk @soulspa.uk

/company/the-soul-spa @thesoulspa2

Offering daily sound baths. Let the sound of the crystal bowls transport you to a place of deep relaxation, sink into a recliner and simply rest.

LIFESTYLE PHARMACY

15 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EQ lifestylepharmacybath.co.uk /lifestylepharmacy @lifestylepharmacybath @lifestylebath

Lifestyle Pharmacy offers a high level of professional pharmacy services such as prescriptions, medicines, and travel vaccination services, and luxury and specialist skincare.

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25th January 18th February 2024

Wellbeing to dip your toes into

REBALANCE BATH, BATH’S WELLBEING FESTIVAL, COMES BACK IN JANUARY 2024

After this year’s successful event, Rebalance Bath returns for a second year from 25.01 to 18.02. 2024. In the cold dark days of winter, Bath will be hosting a three-week celebration of feel-good activities, mindfulness and motivation, exclusive hotel and spa packages, taster sessions and family fun. Save the date and book already your accomodation for a brilliant start of 2024!

Find out more on welcometobath.co.uk @rebalance_bath

MEET BATH’S INDIE HEROES

Tell us a bit about your business?

We took over the Bath Backpackers few months ago. This is our first adventure as owners. Our offer is simple: we have fifty bunk beds all in shared rooms, and some lovely shared spaces guests can use and meet each other. Our central location is amazing for people arriving by train or bus. We’re really proud of the feeling of home and community that people comment on here, and our ongoing project to restore the building and its furnishings certainly contributes. The amazing crew of volunteers help make sure guests have a great time, they always give them quirky and tailored recommendations.

Why Bath?

We love Bath! It’s a beautiful, friendly and enjoyable place to live, with wonderful history, architecture and countryside, and always new cultural things to discover.

Share something new and exciting that you have discovered in Bath.

The Grapes has become one of our favourites - great live music, super social and always open late. Landrace is fantastic - we love their cardamon buns, and their sustainability ethos. And the Share and Repair shop is a great new idea.

What do you do to spoil yourself?

First, breakfast at the Green Rocket over the road to fuel up a long walk. This could be through Victoria Park and over Kelston

Round Hill to the Bath Soft Cheese Cafe, or over Combe Down to the Weelwright Arms in Monkton Combe or the Packhorse in Southstoke - stopping at Dundas Aqueduct on the way back for a dip in the river when summer comes. We’d share food and drinks with guests, then head out all together to the Bell, followed by the Common Room for cocktails and a late dance, topped off by cheesy chips at Jimmy’s Van in front of Parade Gardens!

Your top indie recommendation in Bath?

We love Harvest - it’s great for refills and other well-sourced veggie products. They also have a great deli counter for lunch. Our current favourite is Chai Walla - Aris loves the falafel wraps, Kate is more of a samosa person. We’re both big readers, so Topping and Company are amazing neighbours.

Your favourite place to relax in Bath?

We love playing pool at Juno and it’s always a bit special for guests when we take them there too. Hostel life is so busy, we both have secret spots where we hide out to think and read, like the Central Library, or Parade Gardens when it’s warmer.

What are you most looking forward to in the city over the next few months?

Springtime in Bath is glorious! Lunch by the galleries of Brock Street outside the Green Bird is a regular pleasure. And we love a good cup of coffee outside Society Cafe in Kingsmead Square on a sunny afternoon.

We speak to Kate and Aris. They took over the Bath Backpackers on Pierrepont Street.

ACCOMMODATION

NO.15 GREAT PULTENEY

15 Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4BS guesthousehotels.co.uk/no-15-bath/ /guesthousehotelsuk @guesthousehotels

A wonder-filled boutique hotel located on one of Bath’s grandest streets in a listed Georgian building, with a timelessly designed bar, restaurant and spa by Martin Hulbert.

DUKES

53–54 Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DN dukesbath.co.uk

/dukeshotelbath @dukesbath

/company/dukes-bath @dukesbath

A 17-bedroom Georgian boutique hotel with a reputation for great service and unforced hospitality towards all guests.

THE GREEN LEAF APARTMENT

8 Abbey Green, Bath, BA1 1NW thegreenleafapartment.com /thegreenleafapartment @the_green_leaf_apartment

The Green Leaf Apartment is a gold-award-winning luxury two-bedroom apartment deep in the heart of Bath.

POCOCKS LODGINGS

Above The Grapes, 14 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EQ thegrapes.co.uk/stay

/thegrapesbath @thegrapesbath thegrapesbath

Hosting travellers since 1694, Pococks Lodgings caters for a group of up to eight in Jacobean style, and is reported to have been occupied by William of Orange.

QUEENSBERRY ESTATES

queensberryestates.co.uk

/queensberry-estates-530050577008581

@queensberry_estates_bath

Queensberry Estates offers a range of stylish self-catering holiday accommodations in Bath.

THE BIRD BATH

18–19 Pulteney Road, Bath, BA2 4EZ thebirdbath.co.uk

/thebirdbath

@thebirdbath_

/companythebirdbath @thebirdbath_

Vivacious and vibrant, a daring fusion of colour and comfort, The Bird Bath is a boutique hotel with a snazzy neighbourhood restaurant, Plate and a gorgeous outdoor terrace.

THE FRANCIS HOTEL

Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HH francishotel.com

/francisbathhotel

@francishotelbath

Located on the prestigious Queen Square in the heart of Bath sits the historic four-star Francis Hotel. Perfect for short breaks, meetings, or lunches with friends.

BATH BACKPACKERS

13 Pierrepont St, Bath BA1 1LA bathbackpackers.com @bath_backpackers

Bath Backpackers is a vibrant, community-based, independent hostel right in the city centre. Join other guests for walks, cultural events, dinners and parties.

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BEING AN INDIE BUSINESS IN BATH

there are also lots of ways to get together with other businesses in one of the practical and affordable co-working spaces in the city. Working in a coworking space offers many benefits, whether for a day or full-time; convenience and flexibility with fully equipped offices, networking and collaboration opportunities, increased productivity, and some community events.

The House of St Johns

1 Queen Square, Bath BA1 2HA

First-class services and facilities, in an inclusive and cohesive working environment.

The Guild Co-working Hub

The Guild, High St, Bath BA1 5EB

Hotdesking, Meeting Rooms and an Online Network at Bath’s original Co-working Space.

Ethical Property at Green Park Station Green Park Station

Affordable office space for charities, not-for-profits, social enterprises, ethical businesses & social change organisations. 24/7 secure access. Super-fast WiFi and access to high-speed broadband.

Rengen House

4 Argyle St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4BA

A boutique co-working space in the heart of Bath; a community to co-work, host meetings, events and relax with clients or colleagues. A refreshing change to the “traditional office” environment, much more suited to the way that people live and work these days.

Businesses in the city centre are very lucky, famously someone once said “Bath is like one giant coffee shop”; you know, you will see someone you know and have a great conversation.

SUMMER FAMILY FUN

We are blessed with one of the most imaginative indie toy shops in the region, with My Small World in Lawrence Street. Check out their Instagram @mysmallworldtoys to get an insight into their playful and creative team. During the summer, Southgate itself will have a creative installation for the whole family to enjoy, we have seen butterflies, flowers and umbrellas in previous years and no one knows what fun will be revealed each year. Southgate also has a great picnic spot with tiny hills to tumble over and apple trees with benches around them.

Continuing into the city centre, don’t miss the fascinating passages around Northumberland Place where you will find the historic Victorian arcade – The Corridor. Tucked inside the Corridor is indie café Fox and Kit, with special menus for the tiniest members of the family and delicious cake to please everyone else.

The café is filled with different toys and activities and regularly hosts family fun activities.

Of course, Bath is a great place to discover history, with a fabulous range of museums, from the Roman Baths with their colourful costumed characters, the Herschel Museum where you can discover astronomy, the Frankenstein Museum and neighbouring Jane Austen Centre in Queen Street and No 1 Royal Crescent where you can experience life in a real Georgian house. If you are spending a couple of days in the city, don’t miss out on a visit to the American Museum. Just outside the city, it boasts fascinating collections and is surrounded by stunning gardens including a childrens’ garden where family members can let off steam before enjoying the American Garden Deli.

Although our history is ancient, modern Bath is a great place to bring the whole family with a huge range of activities to keep everyone happy and busy from the very youngest to their Grandparents.

Plan a visit to a park, with great childrens’ facilities in Victoria Park and Sydney Gardens, you can pick up a picnic and make the most of the summer weather in Bath.

Every Sunday in July and August, the city will be hosting Summer Sundays outdoor fun. You may discover roving performers, bubbleologists or balloon modellers offering free entertainment or even pop up museum craft activities. Keep an eye open for announcements on the day about where to find them.

For Summer Sundays, there will also be a fun family miniature dog trail in 25 shop windows. Look out for the signs for ‘How Much is that Doggie in the Window’ which will be running throughout July and August and raising funds for Bath Cats and Dogs Home.

THIS SUMMER, DOGGIES INVADE THE SHOP WINDOWS. WILL YOU BE ABLE TO FIND THEM? Brought

THINGS TO DO

BEAUX ARTS BATH

12–13 York Street, Bath, BA1 1NG beauxartsbath.co.uk

/beauxartsbath @beaux_arts_bath @beauxartsbath

Founded in 1979, Beaux Arts is the city’s longest established art gallery, exhibiting paintings, sculpture and ceramics.

BATH ABBEY

Bath, BA1 1LT bathabbey.org

/bathabbey @bathabbey @bathabbey

There is nowhere else quite like Bath Abbey. Experience the special atmosphere and history of this uplifting place, which has been the site of Christian worship for over 1,200 years.

AMERICAN MUSEUM

Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 7BD americanmuseum.org

@americanmuseumandgardens /@americanmusem

Discover fascinating American history and art in the museum, explore incredible gardens designed by Oehme Van Sweden and enjoy the café, shop, children’s play area, and exciting events.

BATH AQUA THEATRE OF GLASS

105–107 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BW bathaquaglass.com

/bathaquaglass @bathaquaglassshop

@bathaquaglass

Watch live or participate in glass-blowing at this must-visit glassware factory in Bath’s historic Artisan Quarter.

THE BERTINET KITCHEN

12 St Andrews Terrace, Bath, BA1 2QR bertinet.com

/thebertinetkitchen @bertinetkitchen

An award-winning cookery school offering baking and cooking courses for food lovers of all abilities, plus kids’ classes and group and corporate events.

KOMEDIA BATH

22-23 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EP komedia.co.uk/bath /komediabath @komediabath komedia_bath

Bath’s first community-owned venue dedicated solely to live entertainment, hosting over 400 events per year.

FLY FITNESS

2–3 Bath Street, Bath, BA1 1SB flyfitness.co.uk

/flyfitnessuk @flyfitnessuk @flyfitnessuk

The FLY Fitness team believes that training should be empowering, and has created a fitness community that is non-judgmental, relaxed and open to all.

THE HOLBURNE MUSEUM

Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB holburne.org

/holburne @holburnemuseumbath @holburne

The Holburne offers a wonderful art collection, temporary exhibitions, events, talks and workshops for all ages.

JANE AUSTEN

40 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT janeausten.co.uk

/janeaustencentrebath @janeaustencentrebath @janeaustenbath

An interactive and immersive attraction, with actors in Regency costume, period decoration throughout, and exhibits, bringing visitors closer to Jane Austen.

NO.1 ROYAL CRESCENT

No.1 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LR no1royalcrescent.org.uk @no1royalcrescent @no1museum

Decorated and furnished just as it might have been in the Georgian period, No.1 Royal Crescent’s immersive experience brings the house to life through film and sound.

MARY SHELLEY’S HOUSE OF FRANKENSTEIN

37 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT houseoffrankenstein.com

/houseoffrankensteinbath @houseoffrankenstein_bath /company/72771643 @frankensteinbth

A world-first multi-sensory immersive visitor attraction celebrating Mary Shelley and her most famous creation.

STAY UP TO DATE, NEVER MISS SPECIAL EVENTS AND NEW OPENINGS

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dates for your diary

JUNE

10th-18th: Bath Festival of Nature

14th June-14th July: Forest of Imagination

16th – 18th: Pub in the Park

16th June – August: Bath on the Beach

29th-2nd July: Bath Boules

JULY

Summer Sundays*

8th: Bath Carnival

10th – 14th: Bath Digital Festival

29th-2nd August: Garden Theatre Festival

AUGUST

Summer Sundays*

19th: UPIM 2023 Laser Run World Championship

*Summer Sundays run every Sunday in July and August.

SEPTEMBER

8th – 17th: Jane Austen Festival

9th – 24th: Bathscape Walking Festival

22nd – 24th: The Great Bath Feast

29th – 8th Oct: Children’s Literature Festival

29th September: Bath Business Conference

OCTOBER

14th:TEDX

15th: Bath Half Marathon

21st – 29th: Museums Week

NOVEMBER

10 -18th: Bath Mozartfest

27th -10th: Christmas Market

DECEMBER

1st-10th: Christmas Market

7th-7th Jan: Sleeping Beauty, Christmas

Pantomine, at the Theatre Royal

WELCOMETOBATH.CO.UK

All year, head to welcometobath.co.uk to browse events and special offers in Bath city centre. Did you know that you can submit your own events for free on the Welcome to Bath website?

SUMMER SUNDAYS IN BATH

WHAT’S ON JULY & AUGUST 2023

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BATH ARTISTS FAIR • BATH FLEA MARKET • BATH ABBEY QUARTER MARKET • BATH VINTAGE AND ANTIQUES MARKET • BATH ON THE BEACH • BATH BOULES • GARDEN THEATRE FESTIVAL ...AND LOTS MORE