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Shopping for Groups

Bath is renowned for its wide range of unique, individual and quirky shops giving the city a reputation as a shopper's paradise!

In addition to the fabulous choice of smaller specialist and independent shops, if you wish to sample high-street shopping, Bath has all the familiar names and big stores all wrapped up in a compact visitor-friendly centre.

If bargain hunting is your thing Bath has one of Britain's most exciting and condensed quarters for antiques and many indoor and outdoor markets scattered across the city.

Bath's shopping appeal doesn't end at the city boundary...in the countryside surrounding Bath you will find pretty villages and historic towns with a wealth of individual and national outlets to meet every need.

Tour the country lanes of Somerset and Wiltshire and you'll pass farm shops selling local produce such as the West Country's renowned Cider and a range of organic produce. Venture into local market towns such as Midsomer Norton, Radstock and Keynsham for local stores or Bradford on Avon for arts and antiques. Further afield you will find retail outlets and shopping centres ideal for group visits.

Mulberry Factory Shop - Mulberry is a British design company renowned world-wide for its craftsmanship and quality. The brand's backbone is an extensive line of luxury bags for men and women that combine stylish, stand-out design with the finest leathers and detailing. The Mulberry Factory Shop is situated in the beautiful heart of the Somerset countryside just moments away from the factory and head office. The shop itself is an Old School Building, located just off the main A37 Bristol to Yeovil road. The low hanging chandeliers and wooden beams enhance the atmosphere in this traditional, stylish yet quintessentially English shop. There are many of the latest top quality designs on sale in the Mulberry Factory Shop, ranging from classical vintage styles, to trendy, contemporary pieces. There is also a coffee shop serving refreshments and cakes so you can give your feet that deserved rest after a hard days shopping.

Clarks Village - If you're searching for some retail therapy, Clarks Village is well worth a visit. There's over 90 famous name stores offering up to 60% OFF rrp everyday and there really is something for everyone. Kids of all ages will find heaps to keep them amused. There's our spectacular adventure play area King Arthur's Castle and a wonderful traditional working carousel. Plus, throughout the year, we have many exciting events for all the family. And with great places to eat and drink, you have all the ingredients for a great day out! So find your Retail Therapy at Clarks Village, where value never goes out of fashion.

Tourist Information Centre Shop - Conveniently located around the corner from the coach drop off point and next to the Abbey on York Street, the Tourist Information Centre Shop is the ideal place for groups to pick up everything they need during their visit. The shop offers everything from free leaflets and information to tickets for attractions, Bath Visitor Discount Cards and vouchers for Thermae Bath Spa. A large selection of souvenirs are available, from books, maps and prints to CDs, DVDs and postcards. Special merchandise exclusive to Bath includes bottled Bath water, Bath monopoly sets as well as fabulous handmade clocks and bowls made from the famous Bath stone.

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