Families are in for a treat this summer at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery, with a packed programme of exciting activities and events to enjoy throughout the school holidays. Young explorers can dig for hidden treasures in an archaeological trench at The Roman Baths, enjoy an ice cream beside the Great Bath, discover...
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Silent Disco at the Roman Baths
Starting with a complimentary drink before joining DJs in the Reception Hall. Pick your channel, take to the dance-floor and choose your side as our DJs battle it out, playing the best in 80s and 90s pop, rock and party classics. Ticket price includes silent disco experience, full bar serving a range of drinks available...
Live Music and DJ line-Up announced for first-ever Summer Lates at The Roman Baths
Bath & North East Somerset Council has revealed the full line-up for the first-ever Summer Lates music series at The Roman Baths, introducing a new cultural offer to one of the UK’s most iconic heritage sites. Running from 21 July to 31 August, the historic site will open after hours, giving visitors the rare chance...
Summer lates at the Roman Baths: new after-hours music beside the Great Bath
This summer, The Roman Baths will open after hours with the launch of Summer Lates, a six-week programme of evening openings from 21 July to 31 August. Visitors are invited to explore the historic site in a new light – literally – with torchlit ambience, a pop-up bar and a relaxed, atmospheric setting every night...
May Half-Term adventures at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Families are invited to step into the past, get creative, and explore the world of art and archaeology this May half-term at two of Bath’s cultural attractions – The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery. Roman Baths This half-term, journey back to Roman Britain with interactive trails, crafty workshops, and the chance to meet characters...
Uncover New Archaeology Adventures & Family Fun at The Roman Baths this Easter
Step back in time and bring history to life with an action-packed Easter at The Roman Baths. Dig deep in an exciting new Archaeology Adventure, follow a fun family trail and get creative with egg-citing craft workshops. Meet Roman characters, explore ancient ruins, and experience the magic of the Great Bath by torchlight. Plus with...
Make family memories this half term at The Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Looking for the perfect family day out this February Half Term? Step back in time and immerse yourself in the fascinating (and sometimes gross!) world of Roman life at The Roman Baths and get creative with hands-on crafts at Victoria Art Gallery. Councillor Paul Roper, Cabinet Member for Economic & Cultural Sustainable Development, said, “The...
Events and activities across Bath for Museums Week fun this October half-term
Museums and venues across Bath and North East Somerset will host a bumper programme of events and activities over October half-term for Museums Week (Saturday 26 October to Sunday 3 November 2024). Organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council, Museums Week celebrates the unique collections and activities in our local museums. Admission or activities are...
Solve the Crime: The Roman Baths to host ‘A Major Murder’ mystery night…
Get ready for an evening of intrigue and suspense as ‘A Major Murder: A Roman Baths Mystery’ launches this December. Set in the atmospheric surroundings of the historic Roman Baths, this interactive experience promises a night of drama and an unforgettable whodunit challenge. Step back in time to 1897 as the fictional story unfolds. The...
Solve the Medusa Mystery at The Roman Baths this autumn
This autumn, The Roman Baths has partnered with book Auntie Medusa and Me by Marie Basting to launch a new time-travelling adventure around the iconic Roman site, as well as an exclusive book reading by the author. Silvia was just an ordinary kid, until she wound up in Ancient Rome as a demi-goddess. And, if that wasn’t...
Heritage Open Days returns to venues across the Bath region
Venues across Bath and North East Somerset will open their doors this September for Heritage Open Days (6-15 September). Now in its 30th year, the nationwide celebration of history and culture is a chance to see inside hidden places and try out new experiences – all for free. Bath and North East Somerset has a packed...
Free School Visit scheme launched at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
More school children will be able to visit the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery for free thanks to a new Free School Visits scheme launched by Bath & North East Somerset Council. Free visits and learning sessions will be available to state-funded primary and secondary schools across the UK where 30% or more of...
Experience a “mind blowing” evening with Summer Lates at the Roman Baths
Discover the Roman Baths at their most magical with exclusive late-night opening throughout the summer. Running until 31 August, Summer Lates offers the chance to experience the historic site after hours as it stays open until 10pm (with last admission at 9pm). It’s a unique way to explore the Roman Baths and museum and, as previous visitors...
The Roman Baths to partner with The Sensational Museum
The Roman Baths in the centre of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath has been announced as a pilot museum for a ground-breaking research project with The Sensational Museum. The Sensational Museum is an AHRC-funded £1m interdisciplinary research project which radically re-thinks the role of the senses in museums and explores how these spaces...
May half-term at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Families are invited to enjoy a fun-packed day out at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery this May half-term. Councillor Paul Roper, Cabinet Member for Economic & Cultural Sustainable Development, said, “Join us over the school holidays for an immersive journey through history and art at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery. Meet...
February half-term at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Head to the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery this February half-term for a fun-filled week packed with activities for the whole family. At the Roman Baths, young visitors can find out what it was like to be a child in Roman times. Did Roman children go to school and what did they play with? Join...
The Jan/Feb 2024 issue of The Bath & Wiltshire Parent is out now!
The Jan/Feb 2024 issue of The Bath & Wiltshire Parent – Bath’s biggest magazine – is out from today! Packed full of news, features, events and reviews for families, it is the only magazine to be distributed through every school, nursery and pre-school – private and state – in Bath, as well as many more...
Saturnalia to Surrealism: Christmas at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Make a visit to the Roman Baths a relaxing part of your festivities this winter. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Christmas and discover the ancient winter traditions that have inspired our modern celebrations, meet characters from the past, and set off on a family trail themed around the Roman festival of...
Museums Week fun this October half-term across Bath
Museums and venues across Bath and North East Somerset will host a bumper programme of events and activities over October half-term for Museums Week (Saturday 21 October to Sunday 29 October 2023). Organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council, Museums Week celebrates the unique collections and activities in our local museums. Admission is free for...
Summer holiday fun at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
From arts and crafts to adventures into Bath’s past, there’s lots going on for families at the Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery this summer. Young history hunters can join in with different activities inspired by the museum collections and exhibitions each week of the holidays. Kids can learn to weave with paper, create a...
Christmas tea at the Pump Rooms, Bath
Beccy Tarling and her family enjoy a Christmas tea at the Pump Rooms, Bath It had never crossed my mind to take children to the Pump Rooms in Bath, with the elegance of the venue and the liveliness of small children not really seeming like an obvious fit. However, the allure of the special festive...