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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, 16 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LSTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 823333Bath
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa are delighted to be hosting Through the Crescent presented by Studio Ellie Maya this summer, open to the public 6th June to 27th September 2026, (free entry).
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- 6 June 2026to27 Sept 2026
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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
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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!
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- 17 June 2026Open 16:00 - 17:00
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No.1 Royal Crescent, 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2LRTelephone
+44 (0) 1225428126Bath
Experience the magical atmosphere of No.1 Royal Crescent after-hours!
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- 18 June 2026Open 16:30 - 20:00
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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
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Pixash Lane, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1TPTelephone
+44 (0) 7919939014Bristol
After weeks of revision, deadlines and stress, Teen Chill Out Night at Avon Valley is a chance for your teen to relax and recharge.
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- 18 June 2026Open 17:30 - 21:00
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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.
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- 20 June 2026Open 09:30 - 17:30
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
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.
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- 20 June 2026
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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
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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.
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- 24 June 2026to28 June 2026
Address
Bath Road, Blagdon, Bristol, BS40 7SQBristol
This much-loved comic opera follows Frederic, a young apprentice mistakenly bound to a band of tender-hearted pirates
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- 26 June 2026Open 19:00 -
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Roseberry Road Studios, 25-28 Roseberry Road, Bath, Somerset, BA2 3DXBath
Exploring the nation's depth, identity, joy and hardship, Cubans by Cubans offers an intimate insight into the island's people through the lens of 11 local Cuban photographers.
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- 26 June 2026to19 July 2026Open 11:00 - 17:00
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Walcot RFC Ground, Albert Field,, Lansdown, Bath, Somerset, BA1 9BJLansdown, Bath
The Bath Festival of Motoring and Music is taking place on Saturday, 27 June and Sunday, 28 June. The event will feature hundreds of remarkable vehicles spanning a century of motoring history, from classic to modern supercars. The event will be held…
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- 27 June 2026Open 10:00 - 18:00
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- 28 June 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Various Locations, Bristol, BS9 1FGBristol
Bristol Pride is a unique and important event that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community offering the chance to connect people.
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- 27 June 2026to12 July 2026
Address
Longleat, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NWTelephone
+44 (0)1985 844328Warminster
Enjoy a stunning showcase of motoring excellence, bringing together early pre-war icons to high-performance supercars.
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- 27 June 2026to28 June 2026
Address
Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HDTelephone
+44 (0) 117 932 5538Bitton, Bristol
Bring your teddy bear along to Avon Valley Railway and travel for free on the train.
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- 27 June 2026to28 June 2026Open 10:30 - 16:30
Address
Keynsham Memorial Park, Keynsham, BS31 1HLTelephone
+44 (0) 117 986 8683Keynsham
29 June - 3 July 2026: The Keynsham Music Festival is back and bigger than ever!
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- 29 June 2026to3 July 2026
Price
Price £2.00 Per TicketBath
Join experienced facilitator Holly Dabbs for an interactive Little Explorers session at Bath Abbey.
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- 29 June 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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- 28 Sept 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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- 19 Oct 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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- 23 Nov 2026Open 09:30 - 12:00
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Bath Road, Blagdon, Bristol, BS40 7SQBristol
A hilariously high-octane production of Shakespeare’s ‘Macbeth’ like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy, this Macbeth is chock full of mishaps, mayhem and mirth.
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- 1 July 2026Various Opening Times
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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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- 2 July 2026to26 July 2026
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