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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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Bowood House and Gardens, Estate Office, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0LZTelephone
+44 (0)1249 812102Calne
Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Jane Austen with This Is My Theatre this Summer with another classic tale of romance, packed with rivalries, regrets and lessons in love.
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- 2 Aug 2025Open 19:00 - 20:30
Address
The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PDTelephone
+44 (0) 1749 988111Wells
Set on board the warship HMS Pinafore, the opera cheerfully mocks such Great British institutions as Class, Patriotism and the Royal Navy.
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- 2 Aug 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
Address
Bath Abbey, Bath, BA1 1LTTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 422462Bath
You are invited to join Bath Abbey’s Learning team and new characters from the Natural Theatre Company for special days to celebrate the anniversary year of Jane Austen’s birth.
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- 2 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
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- 20 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Castle Combe Circuit, Castle Combe, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 7EYTelephone
+44 (0) 1249782417Chippenham
Castle Combe Circuit will host a Summer Car Race Meeting featuring a mix of classic and modern racing organised by the Classic and Sports Car Club.
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- 2 Aug 2025to3 Aug 2025Open 08:00 - 17:00
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Mendip Activity Centre, Lyncombe Drive, Sandford, Somerset, BS25 5PQTelephone
+44 (0) 1934 834877Sandford
Children can experience an unforgettable week of activities and outdoor exploration at Mendip Activity Centre's Kids Adventure Camps! Designed for ages 8 to 15, these 5-day residential Summer Camps offer a thrilling mix of adventure, discovery, and…
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- 3 Aug 2025to8 Aug 2025
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- 10 Aug 2025to15 Aug 2025
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- 17 Aug 2025to22 Aug 2025
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Theatre Royal Bath, Saw Close, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1ETTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 448844Bath
Spend an evening in the company of the legendary comic JOHN CLEESE, a man who continues to make us laugh, rock the boat, inspire and shake things up.
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- 3 Aug 2025Open 19:30 -
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Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 860100Bradford on Avon
Do you want to devise and create your very own play? Then join Beth at the Wiltshire Music Centre for Devising Drama for a fun three days creating characters and stories.
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- 4 Aug 2025to6 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00
Address
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 860100Bradford on Avon
Have you ever wanted to produce your own animated film? With professional film director Jamie McDine you will learn the skills of stopframe animation, with lots of hands on activities, where you become the director!
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- 4 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 14:00
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- 6 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 14:00
Address
The Forum, 1A Forum Buildings, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1UGBath
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show 'Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny'.
Dates
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- 5 Aug 2025Open 19:00 - 20:30
Address
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 860100Bradford on Avon
SASS Circus are excited to share a wonderful day of circus with you! Highly trained coaches will share an exciting array of games and activities, including a mix of ground based skills and aerial antics.
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- 5 Aug 2025Open 09:00 - 15:00
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Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QSTelephone
+44 (0)300 067 4890Tetbury
Ever wondered how to use tree fibres in making crafts, or where natural dyes come from in nature? Head to Westonbirt, The National Arboretum to find out from the artist who will be leading these family activities each day.
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- 5 Aug 2025to7 Aug 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
Address
Theatre Royal Bath, Sawclose, Bath, BA1 1ETTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 448844Bath
The world premiere stage adaptation of P.D. James’s best-selling novel comes to Bath this summer, a tale of love, betrayal, and intrigue in Regency England.
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- 5 Aug 2025to9 Aug 2025
Address
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 860100Bradford on Avon
The Wiltshire Music Centre teach the fundamentals of music in a fun and engaging class for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
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- 6 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 10:45
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- 6 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 11:45
Address
Church Farm, Wingfield, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 9LETelephone
+44 (0)1225 868124Trowbridge
Enjoy beautiful music in the peaceful venue of Church Farm.
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- 7 Aug 2025to17 Aug 2025
Address
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 860100Bradford on Avon
Rock The Tots are delighted to bring you their fresh 2025 Summer Party! Steph & Craig and their puppet friends perform gigs for little people… and their grown-ups!
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- 7 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
Address
Komedia Bath, 22-23 Westgate Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1EPTelephone
+44 (0)1225489070Bath
The Rogues are a 5-piece indie rock band from Wales, who are quickly cementing their reputation as one of the UK's most exciting emerging bands.
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- 7 Aug 2025Open 19:00 -
Address
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 860100Bradford on Avon
All children are invited to swim and sway like magical mermaids, with dances all about sea creatures, shells and life on the ocean waves.
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- 8 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 10:45
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- 8 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 11:45
Address
Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZTelephone
+44 (0)1225 860100Bradford on Avon
Join Paddington Bear on a magical musical adventure perfect for families with children aged 3–8! Performed by Petra Schofield (narrator) and Julie Payne (pianist), this charming show brings Michael Bond's beloved story to life with music by Herbert…
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- 8 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 14:30
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- 8 Aug 2025Open 15:00 - 15:30
Address
Bath Abbey, Abbey Churchyard, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1LYTelephone
+44 (0)333 666 3366Bath
This summer, step into the enchanting world of A Midsummer Night's Dream as Bath Abbey transforms into a mystical woodland for a breathtaking promenade production.
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- 8 Aug 2025to29 Aug 2025
Address
The Forum, 1A Forum Buildings, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1UGTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 463 362Bath
The UK's Premier Tribute to Global Phenomenon... 'Ms Rachel'!
Dates
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- 8 Aug 2025Open 12:00 -
Address
Komedia Bath, 22 - 23 Westgate Street, Bath, Banes, BA1 1EPTelephone
+44 (0)1225 489070Bath
Prepare yourself for a spectacular show from one of the South West's longest running drag cabarets.
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- 10 Aug 2025Open 19:00 -
Address
Beckford's Tower, Grotto Paddock, Bath, BA1 5TQBath
Beckford's Tower welcome you to a fun packed day of circus fun for all of the family!
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- 10 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 18:00
Address
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QSTelephone
+44 (0)300 067 4890Tetbury
A hands-on program for 11–14-year-olds to join Westonbirt, The National Arboretum's team for an exciting summer experience and the chance to deep-dive into the work and various careers at Westonbirt.
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- 12 Aug 2025to14 Aug 2025Open 10:30 - 12:00
Address
The Forum, 1A Forum Buildings, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1UGBath
Katherine Rundell is a multi-million-bestselling author whose novels for children have won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, the Blue Peter Book Award and the Costa Children's Book Award, among many others.
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- 13 Aug 2025Open 14:30 - 15:30
Address
The Bishop's Palace and Gardens, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PDTelephone
+44 (9) 88111Wells
The Three Inch Fools present a largely historical, always hysterical, brand-new Tudor comedie.
Dates
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- 13 Aug 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
Komedia Bath, 22 - 23 Westgate Street, Bath, Bath and North E, BA1 1EPTelephone
+44 (0) 125489070Bath
Widely regarded now as the UK's most authentic and leading tribute to live performance of The Jam.
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- 15 Aug 2025Open 19:00 -
Address
Theatre Royal Bath, Theatre Royal Bath, Saw Close, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1ETTelephone
+44 (0) 1225 448844Bath
The Ralph Fiennes/Theatre Royal Bath Season continues with William Shakespeare's timeless comedy
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- 15 Aug 2025to6 Sept 2025
Address
Bowood House & Gardens, Chippenham, Calne, SN11 0LZCalne
The Dukes Theatre Company's production is bold and innovative, bringing a contemporary edge to the dark tale of ambition, murder, and madness.
Dates
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- 15 Aug 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
Newton St Loe, Bath, Somerset, BA2 9BTTelephone
+44 (0)1225 2332029Bath
Native species flying displays, guest speakers, stallholders, experts panels and more...
Dates
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- 16 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
N Parade Rd, Bathwick,, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4EUBath
This is Floyd, (Formerly The Darkside of Pink Floyd) the band that receives 5-star reviews from thousands of dedicated fans across the UK, is celebrating the double anniversary of Pink Floyd's famous albums, PULSE and Wish You Were Here.
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- 16 Aug 2025Open 18:45 - 22:15
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