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A mini guide to
Bathwick & Widcombe: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Allow time for the hills
Prior Park, Sham Castle and the Skyline trail all sit on hillsides above the city. Check routes and transport before you go.
Walk the canal
The Kennet and Avon Canal runs through Widcombe and Sydney Gardens, so the towpath links several stops on foot.
Book Prior Park through the National Trust
Prior Park is a National Trust site. Check the Trust's page for opening arrangements before you travel.
Eat in Widcombe
Claverton Street and Brunel Square, by the station, have cafés, pubs and restaurants.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bathwick & Widcombe?
Bathwick & Widcombe is in Bath, England. Great Pulteney Street, canal locks and Prior Park across the river. Nearby stops and stations include Bath Spa station, Pulteney Bridge, Bath Bus Station.
How long do I need in Bathwick & Widcombe?
Half a day to a full day. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Great Pulteney Street, Holburne Museum, Sydney Gardens. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Bath Spa station (Great Western Railway and other operators); Pulteney Bridge (On foot); Bath Bus Station (National Express, FlixBus and local buses). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 16 places to eat and drink in and around Bathwick & Widcombe, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 13 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Bathwick & Widcombe accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Bathwick & Widcombe
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Sham Castle
Castle-style folly on Bathampton Down, built to be seen from the city.
Bath Skyline
Circular National Trust walk on the hills around Bath, passing Sham Castle and giving views over the city.
Bath Abbey Cemetery
Hillside cemetery above Widcombe, with a mortuary chapel and views across the city.
Bath
More areas to explore
Abbey & Roman Baths
The Roman Baths, the Abbey and the Pump Room around the Abbey Churchyard
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Milsom Street & Walcot
Georgian shopping streets, a riverside bridge and independent cafés north of the Abbey
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Georgian Bath
The Royal Crescent, the Circus and Queen Square on the hill above the city
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- Great Pulteney Street: Neil Owen, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Sham Castle: Humphrey Bolton, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Bath Skyline: Dave Kelly, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Bath Abbey Cemetery: Rodw, CC0, source
- Abbey & Roman Baths: Adrian Pingstone (Arpingstone), Public domain, source
- Milsom Street & Walcot: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Georgian Bath: Photograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net)., CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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