All the excitement of Christmas is over…the last of the turkey has been eaten…those New Year resolutions are tentatively being planned out; what a perfect time in what can be a dull, quiet and cold month to come to beautiful Bath and enjoy a lovely Spa Break and all the events that are on during… Read more »

We hope you enjoyed reading the first part of our Blog piece about alternate festive shopping in Bath during and after the Christmas Market. Now, here’s Part Two for you all; so put up your feet, have a munch on a mince pie and start planning your trip to The Royal and shopping in Bath!… Read more »

With the Bath Christmas Market in full swing, we thought we’d also add to your shopping foot-miles by suggesting some great independent traders to visit while you’re staying in the city. The Market is a mecca for local businesses but we’d hope that you’d take some time out to explore a bit more of the… Read more »

The temperature is dropping, the decorations are up, and the festive menus are out; we’re all getting in the Christmas mood here at The Royal Hotel! Bath has seen the Christmas Lights switched on last week and over the next two weeks will see Bath Ice Rink open in Royal Victoria Park, and the Christmas… Read more »

Bath Abbey is a beautiful and magnificent building that dates back to the 15th century. It was on this site that history was repeatedly made and the incredible fan vaulting was constructed. Not only will you have the opportunity to take a walk around the Abbey, but you will also have the chance to visit… Read more »

In March 2013, Bath will once again play host to its world-renowned literature festival. In recent years, the festival has gone from strength to strength and has welcomed world-famous authors who have been more than happy to play an integral part in all the festival has to offer.

If you want to experience something pretty exciting, then you should visit the Boston Tea Party Café in Bath. This café is usually very busy and you’re likely to have to queue outside while you wait for a seat, it’s that good. The food here is great but don’t expect a huge meal as the… Read more »

If you’re looking for simply delicious food in charming surroundings, then Café Retro might be just the ticket. Found in York Street, this café serves a wide range of hot and cold foods that will satisfy anyone’s taste buds.

For approximately 800 years, the Guildhall Market in Bath has been selling goods to the local community. This market used to be huge, but due to redevelopment in the late 19th century, many of the stalls were lost. However, as you take a walk around the market, you will still see some fascinating and original… Read more »

The Jane Austen Centre is a remarkable museum dedicated to one of England’s finest writers. This museum is full to the brim of delightful exhibits and works from Austen herself. If you’re a fan of her works, then this museum is definitely a must-visit place. Found at 40 Gay Street, the Jane Austen Centre is… Read more »