3 Bath & North East Somerset

Natural Beauty and Georgian Splendour

Parade Gardens, Bath (Photo: © visitbath.co.uk)

Elegant, timeless, mystical and historic - the City of Bath is surrounded by steep wooded hillsides and dissected by the Great Western Railway, River Avon and the Kennet and Avon Canal. Visit the Roman Baths and Pump Room, the Abbey, or the majestic Georgian Royal Crescent. The attractions are not limited to the city. A short bus ride on the 94 or 768 will take you through the beautiful unspoilt valleys and villages to perfect walking territory. Alternatively, explore North East Somerset's coal mining heritage by catching one of the frequent buses that run from Bath and visiting Radstock Mining Museum (open every afternoon except Monday).

Bus times and fares information

The council produces a network map covering urban and rural services and produces timetable leaflets for supported bus services. First produce a timetable booklet that is sold through their outlets.

Websites:
www.bathnes.gov.uk
www.firstgroup.com

Traveline 0871 200 22 33 www.traveline.info

Suggested trips

Bath - Radstock - Bath (allow ½ day)
Bath - Westonbirt Arboretum - Bath (allow ½ day)
Bath - Freshford - Westwood - Bath (allow 1 day)
Bath - Wells - Bath (allow 1 day)

Tourist information and accommodation

Bath Tourist Information Centre: 0906 711 2000 www.visitbath.co.uk
Accommodation information and booking line: 0844 847 5256

See also - North Somerset