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THE WORLD HERITAGE CITY OF BATH
With its classic Georgian architecture, eclectic mix of shops, good schools and fine array of restaurants, Bath has something for everyone. The city is surrounded by wonderful countryside, containing numerous attractive villages. Bath is just 10 miles from Bristol and 2 hours from central London.
Accessibility
| Train: |
London Paddington (75 minutes);
South Wales (30 minutes) |
| Road: |
M4 Junction 18, 10 miles north of City. |
| Air: |
Bristol airport (45 minutes by car);
Heathrow (1 and a half hours by car);
Gatwick (2 hours by car) |
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Schools & Universities
Highly rated private and secondary schools include King Edwards, Royal High, Monkton Combe, Kingswood, Prior Park College, Ralph Allen and Beechen Cliff. Also much renowned is St. Stephens Primary School. The University of Bath is much renowned for its centre of sporting excellence and is based at Claverton Down. |
Shopping facilities
Bath has an excellent range of shopping facilities - from established chains and department stores to a wide array of interesting speciality shops and boutiques. There are 3 central supermarkets, and on the outskirts of Bristol (approx. 10 miles) is the giant Cribbs Causeway Shopping complex. |
Entertainment
Bath's Theatre Royal attracts pre-West End plays and many performances from world-renowned theatre groups. A newly constructed cinema complex provides all the latest films. Sports facilities include a large sports centre, separate Olympic Sports Village at Bath University, plus Bath's world famous Rugby Club. Several fine restaurants include Petit Cochon, Woods, The Beaujolais, The Olive Tree and The Royal Crescent Hotel. |
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