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Bath | Places to Visit
"Bristol Zoo is a lovely place to spend a day out, with a huge variety of animals on show, including Asiatic lions, red pandas and seals. Since 1836, the zoo has been committed to conservation and research. Bristol Zoo was the first in the world to breed okapis, and is also one of the few zoos in Britain where you can find aye ayes and lowland gorillas."
"Head to this long-established zoo to encounter some amazing exotic species from around the world, including monkeys, lions and gorillas."
"Then strike out from Pulteney Weir across Pulteney Bridge (popping into the odd boutique shop along the way, such as Found, for funky homeware, and The Antique Map Shop) to the Holburne Museum (Great Pulteney Street; 01225 388569), which backs onto Sydney Gardens. The museum houses old masters, porcelain and ornaments. Temporary exhibitions change regularly; next up is a retrospective on George Shaw (Feb 8 - May 6)."
"On a sunny day, do what countless Bath residents have done for centuries – walk over Pulteney Bridge browsing the shops, then down elegant Great Pulteney St and skirt the impressive Holburne Museum to enter this..."
"Located at the end of Great Pulteney Street and designed in the 1790’s, the gardens are the only remaining 18th... Parks, Gardens & Boating"
"Issuing from the ground near the foot of Glastonbury Tor, Chalice Well is also known as the Red Spring for the reddish hue that comes from iron oxide deposits. These waters have been visited for more than 2,000 years and are believed to have healing properties. You can get there in 10 minutes or so from the centre of Glastonbury."
"The Chalice Well is also a popular spot to find some peace and solace. This is one of Britain’s oldest wells; surrounded by lovely gardens and orchards. Before leaving be sure to visit the Somerset Rural Life Museum. This museum is located on a Victorian farm and provides a unique insight into the rural life of Somerset."
"The lawns are manicured, there are always gorgeous flower beds to admire, and they have an excellent café. It’s a place where you and your family can safely admire the weir and Pulteney Bridge, and watch the boat trips come and go. “When I visit, I am reminded of watching outdoor Shakespeare performances – with the beautiful Bath Abbey as the backdrop – and seeing Jane Austen lookalikes parading around every September."
"If you’re ready for some nature time in the midst of your Bath vacation, visit the Parade Gardens, a pleasant two-and-a-half-acre park right in the heart of Bath. It was created in 1933 on the site of the 18th-century pleasure gardens. The Parade Gardens overlook the River Avon and also offer lovely views of the Pulteney Bridge."
"Bristol Harbourside’s New Moon on the Quay is the new tapas on the block!. Local produce and seasonal ingredients are commonplace for Bristol independents, but New Moon on the Quay has a specials board like no other. Stopping in the ports of the world, head chef TK explores a different country’s cuisine each month to recreate its iconic dishes – from Ethiopia to Bulgaria, Philippines to Canada, Lapland to Morocco, no place is out of bounds."
"Colourful bunting, fairy lights and a castle for kids: The Gloucester Old Spot is a charming pub with an even better beer garden. Located in Horfield, it’s a real family-friendly local and comes complete with great pub grub and a sought-after Sunday Roast. In terms of spacious, inviting outdoor areas they don't come much better than this, making the Old Spot a firm favourite among locals and those based further afield."
"Colourful bunting, fairy lights and a castle for kids: The Gloucester Old Spot is a charming pub with an even better beer garden. It’s a real family-friendly pub and comes complete with great pub grub and a sought-after Sunday Roast. Find The Gloucester Old Spot in Horfield, in BS6."
"Queen Elizabeth Gardens is one of Salisbury’s largest parks and is a lovely way to spend a chilled afternoon. The park has great views of the River Avon and Cathedral as its backdrop, as well as beautiful flower displays throughout. It’s also known to house a kingfisher or two so keep your eyes peeled!"
"Enjoy a sandwich or two on the banks of the River Avon at Queen Elizabeth Gardens. There are perfect picnic areas laid to lawn amongst planted beds that are full of flowers during the spring and summer. Let the kids exhaust themselves in the play area while you watch on and absorb the atmosphere."
"Why: The Knowle feels very much like your local, with huge Victorian windows that offer up beautiful views of the city and a cosy, eclectically styled interior with wooden-clad walls. There’s also a small terrace out the back, which is a hidden Bristol gem when the sun makes an appearance. You’ll find all the classic drinks listings here, with everything on offer from wine and gin and tonics, to soft drinks and beers."
"The Knowle pub are open complete with table services, a reduced menu and capacity as they adjust to the new rules. Address: Leighton Rd, Knowle, Bristol BS4 2LL"
"The Knowle are opening back up complete with table services, a reduced menu and capacity as they adjust to the new rules."
"With its famous Georgian terraces, thermal spa waters, cream teas and Jane Austen – you can’t say Bath isn’t on the UK tourist trail. Its quintessentially English charms pull in visitors from around the world and it has so many historic buildings that the entire city has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But although you might have to dodge a few tour groups, its still more than worth it to explore the sights of one of England’s most beautiful and historic cities. So here’s my 48-hour itinerary for spending the perfect weekend in Bath."
"– Once back outside take a different route back via the Georgian Gardens, a small but quaint garden often overlooked. In spring, when I visited the flowers were just starting to peek through the soil. I can imagine it’s a beautiful garden to visit during the summer months in Bath."
"These tiny, walled gardens feature period plants and gravel walkways. They've been carefully restored and provide an intriguing insight into what would have sat behind The Circus, one of Bath's grandest facades."
"Celebration Cake Centre can create any kind of cake from any inspiration that the customer wants it to be. They also offer party supplies such as banners, balloons, and many more that go perfectly with the cake. Note: Celebration Cake Centre is temporarily closed because of the COVID situation at hand until further notice."
"Issuing from the ground near the foot of Glastonbury Tor, Chalice Well is also known as the Red Spring for the reddish hue that comes from iron oxide deposits. These waters have been visited for more than 2,000 years and are believed to have healing properties. You can get there in 10 minutes or so from the centre of Glastonbury."
"The Chalice Well is also a popular spot to find some peace and solace. This is one of Britain’s oldest wells; surrounded by lovely gardens and orchards. Before leaving be sure to visit the Somerset Rural Life Museum. This museum is located on a Victorian farm and provides a unique insight into the rural life of Somerset."