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Plan a family-friendly trip to Bath
Bath is a city filled with fun activities, guaranteed to keep all ages entertained. And with plenty of family-friendly accommodation and places to eat too, it’s safe to say that this heritage city is most definitely a family affair.- Bath is a city filled with fun activities, guaranteed to keep all ages entertained. And with plenty of family-friendly accommodation and places to eat too, it’s safe to say that this heritage city is most definitely a family affair.
Fun, child-friendly activities and green spaces make Bath a great destination for families. Here's our guide to planning the perfect summer break with your brood.
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Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4ATBath
Join for free storytime sessions every Thursday during term time
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- 22 Jan 2026to23 July 2026Open 10:30 - 11:00
Address
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QSTelephone
+44 (0) 300 067 4890Tetbury
Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Westonbirt Arboretum.
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- 27 Jan 2026to1 Nov 2026
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Museum of East Asian Art, 12 Bennett Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2QJTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 464640Bath
From February, MEAA will be showing a selection of objects and textiles from the region. Alongside the display, they’ll be hosting a series of tea-related talks and events.
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- 7 Feb 2026to27 June 2026
Address
37 Gay Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2NTTelephone
+44 (0)1225551542Bath
Launching on 14 February, The Monster's Bride (In a Box!) is a brand-new Escape Game that blends dark romance, scientific obsession and pulse-raising puzzles into a wickedly fun Valentine's experience.
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- 14 Feb 2026to30 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Address
American Museum and Gardens, Claverton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BDTelephone
+44 (0)1225 460 503Bath
It's going to be a very special year for the American Museum & Gardens as the venue celebrates its 65th birthday and America 250 – the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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- 14 Feb 2026to3 Jan 2027
Address
No.1 Royal Crescent, 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2LRTelephone
+44 (0)1225 428 126Bath
Join No.1 Royal Crescent for Arts Award Explore, the next step in your Arts Award journey!
Arts qualification for home educated young people aged 7+. Try out art techniques inspired by their current exhibition such as photography and printmaking,…
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- 27 Apr 2026to10 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Bath City Centre, BA1 2ABThe Bath Fringe is a festival of all the arts, with few rules as to what should be in or out – it’s what people want to do, and what venues in Bath want to put on.
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- 22 May 2026to7 June 2026
Address
Dyrham Park, A46, Dyrham, Near Bath, Gloucestershire, SN14 8HYTelephone
+44 (1) 179371333Near Bath
Unleash your energy on a Pokémon adventure at Dyrham Park, celebrating the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Series.
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- 23 May 2026to2 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Bath, SomersetTelephone
+44 (0)1225 463362Bath
Bath Festivals is delighted to present Bath International Music Festival 2026, with a stellar programme of internationally renowned artists.
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- 30 May 2026to7 June 2026
Address
The Holburne Museum, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4DBTelephone
+44 (0)1225 388569Bath
Held in the beautiful gardens of the Holburne Museum, The Garden Theatre Festival promises three weeks of top-notch performances, including The Importance of Being Earnest, Sense & Sensibility, and The Big Bad Wolf.
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- 5 June 2026
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- 2 July 2026to26 July 2026
Bath
This special plant-powered celebration will feature plant-based foods and drinks, cruelty-free beauty, skincare, home wares and gifts, and talks, demonstrations, workshops and information on a vegan lifestyle.
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- 6 June 2026Various Opening Times
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The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PDTelephone
+44 (0) 1479 988111Wells
Set against the backdrop of our 800-year-old medieval Palace, this family-friendly event brings together live music, a Craft and Produce Competition (in association with the WI), artisan stalls, traditional games and hands-on activities.
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- 6 June 2026Open 09:30 - 17:30
Address
Komedia Bath, 22 - 23 Westgate Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1EPTelephone
+44 (0)1225489070Bath
Join the travelling storytellers as they tell tales of mischievous spirits, dancing snowflakes and epic quests. Brought to life by scintillating puppets and enchanting music. Perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
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- 6 June 2026Open 11:15 - 12:30
Address
Komedia Bath, 22 - 23 Westgate Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1EPTelephone
+44 (0)1225489070Bath
A comedy-cabaret poetry party led by stage hypnotist-turned-primary school teacher, Ben Dali.
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- 6 June 2026Open 13:45 - 15:00
The UK's largest free celebration of the natural world returns to Bristol and Bath from 7-15 June 2025!
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- 6 June 2026to14 June 2026
Address
Komedia Bath, 22 - 23 Westgate Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1EPTelephone
+44 (0)1225489070Bath
Debdo Adventures tell the stories of best friends, Creepy and Crawley, two wriggly wigglers. Laughed at by the cute gang. Chased by birds. Screamed at by gardeners. In time they discover who they really are and the importance of their role in the…
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- 6 June 2026Open 10:00 - 11:00
Address
1a Forum Buildings, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1UGBath
From stadium-shaking anthems to breathtaking choreography, K-Pop All Stars celebrates the global phenomenon redefining pop culture.
Dates
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- 11 June 2026Open 19:30 -
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Royal Victoria Park, Bath, BA1 2NRBath
The city's largest beer garden and Bath's ultimate summer hangout spot is back!
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- 11 June 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 22:00
Address
Holt Farm, Bath Road, Blagdon, Bristol, BS40 7SQTelephone
+44 (0)1761 462 798Bath Road, Blagdon
This bee safari will introduce you to the huge diversity of garden bees, show you the sorts of flowers that really make a difference, and reveal some fascinating things you may not know about our amazing garden bees!
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- 11 June 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 11 July 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
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- 15 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 12:30
Address
16 Royal Crescent, Bath, BANES, BA1 2LSTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 82333316 Royal Crescent, Bath
Join Select Sounds on the terrace for Summer vibes, delicious cocktails and great food.
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- 12 June 2026Open 17:30 - 20:30
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- 3 July 2026
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- 7 Aug 2026
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- 4 Sept 2026
Address
2 Pierrepont Place, Bath, BANES, BA1 1JXBath
Join Hidden Store and The River Mouse in-store to celebrate the fathers in your lives with some of their independent friends.
Dates
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- 13 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
The Bird of Prey Project, Newton St Loe, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, BA2 9BTTelephone
+44 (0) 1225233029Newton St Loe, Bath
Join The Bird of Prey Project with your little ones to listen to a story with some of the centre's real owls!
Dates
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- 17 June 2026Open 16:00 - 17:00
Address
No.1 Royal Crescent, 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2LRTelephone
+44 (0) 1225428126Bath
Wander the twilit museum and take in the story of the house from a fresh perspective.
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- 18 June 2026
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- 16 July 2026
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- 20 Aug 2026
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- 11 Sept 2026
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- 17 Sept 2026
Address
Fairfield House, 2 Kelston Road, Bath, Somerset, BA1 3QJTelephone
+44 (0)1225 464165Bath
Be part of Bath’s first Refugee Festival — a vibrant day of music, food, creativity and connection, held at the historic Fairfield House, home of Emperor Haile Selassie.
Dates
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- 20 June 2026
Address
12 Bennett Street, Bath, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2QJTelephone
+44 (0)1225464640Bath
The Dragon Boat Festival is a key holiday in China and many other East and Southeast Asian countries. Join us at the Museum to make your own dragon boat and learn more about this ancient festival!
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- 20 June 2026Open 12:00 - 15:00
Address
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QSTelephone
+44 (0)300 067 4890Tetbury
Drop in to Silk Wood Barn at Westonbirt The National Arboretum to discover more about the sounds woodland animals make!
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- 20 June 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
Address
The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PDTelephone
+44 (0)1479 988111Wells
Feel the thrill of medieval combat as armoured knights clash in a spectacular Tournament of the Knights at The Bishop's Palace in Wells.
Dates
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- 20 June 2026Open 09:30 - 17:30
Address
1 Crown Hill, Weston, Bath, Bath, Somerset, BA1 4BPTelephone
+44 (0)1225 481858Weston, Bath, Bath
Live Music, DJ-until late, hog roast and BBQ alongside garden games, big screens for the World Cup.
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- 21 June 2026Open 11:00 - 23:30
Bath
Join these monthly storytelling, singing and making sessions for pre-schoolers and their parents/carers.
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- 23 June 2026
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- 21 July 2026
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- 8 Sept 2026
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- 6 Oct 2026
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- 10 Nov 2026
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- 15 Dec 2026
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Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QSTelephone
+44 (0)300 680400Tetbury
Held in beautiful forest locations across the country, Forest Live is a major live music series managed by Forestry England.
Dates
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- 24 June 2026to28 June 2026
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