The Edgar Townhouse BathThe Edgar Townhouse Bath
The Edgar Townhouse
Stay at the magnificent Edgar Townhouse Designated as a Grade I listed building and in a UNESCO World Heritage Site The Edgar is on Great Pulteney Street located in Central Bath close to all the major attractions, shops and restaurants. Bath offers a diverse range of restaurants, theatres and wine bars, together with museums such as the Roman Baths, Museum of Costume and the Jane Austen Centre. Make The Edgar Towhouse your choice for a stay in Bath.
Great Pulteney Street is a Grand boulevard that joins Pulteney Bridge to Bathwick at the eastern side of Bath, England.
At over 1,000 feet (300 m) long and 100 feet (30 m) wide, the road itself is the widest and grandest in Bath. Commissioned by Sir William Pulteney, it was designed by the architect Thomas Baldwin and completed in 1789.
Bath famous for the Roman baths, Thermae Bath Spa, Rugby, Bath Abbey, classic Georgian architecture such as the Royal Crescent it is a City which has more shops than a city ten times its size. With a vast range events and festivals bath is a city bursting with energy.
Bath is also a food and drink lovers paradise with a diverse range of cuisines from all parts of the world including renowned celebrity Chef Jamie Oliver ‘s restaurant “Jamies Italian” located in Milsom Place, The Moon & Sixpence also Located in Milsom Place, The Famous Pump Rooms which is located above the Roman Baths, Firehouse Rotisserie, The Hole in The Wall, The Eastern Eye, Gascoyne Place and many more excellent restaurants!
Tip: Either get to Jamies early or Reserve a table at the Pump Rooms to avoid the long queues
ICE BAR
New this year is the brand new venue Celsius Ice Bar & Club Located just 5 Minutes from the Edgar get ready to be chilled as this trendy Scandanavian concept of building with ice has arrived in Bath. Whether you visit during the day or at night you will experience an unforgettable winter wonderland. As you walk through the door from the warm and pleasant surroundings of the reception and cloakroom area you enter the magical, exhilarating winter world where the temperature is -5 to -8 degrees and you are surrounded by ice and snow. They will provide you with Ice Jackets with hoods and gloves to keep you warm (but you might want to wear sensible shoes).
Bath hosts over 37 Festivals through the Year
Why is Bath called Bath?
With over 2000 years of history Bath's reputation has been linked to natural hot springs, which are believed to be good for your health. The Romans originally developed the city, building a complex of baths and a temple to the goddess, Sulis-Minerva. Named Aquae Sulis (Waters of Sulis) for the Celtic worshipped at the spring. By the 18th Century Bath had become Britain’s leading spa town. Georgian honeycomb Bath Stone coloured buildings are widespread throughout the city which give Bath it’s distinctive appearance and historical feel
At the Centre of the Bah the outstanding Roman Baths can still be seen today With a quarter of a million gallons of steaming hot spring water coming to the surface each day and an average water temperature of 47 degrees. You can relax in at the thermal waters at Thermae Bath Spa.
Location:
The Edgar Townhouse is located in Bath the South West of England, approximately 115 Miles from the capital, London.
By Car London to Bath Approx: 2 Hours
By Train London to Bath Approx 1 Hour 30 Mins Approx
By Coach London to Bath Spa 2 Hours 45Mins Approx
Entertainment
The city is rich in museums and sites of interest and has many parks, gardens and green spaces. The Bath Theatre Royal and Ustinov Theatre offer a varied programme throughout the year, and the city has Two cinemas ranging from arthouse to mainstream. There are innumerable bars, cafes, pubs and restaurants catering for all tastes and price ranges, some of which also serve as venues for live music.
The celebrated Bath International music festival takes place in late May and early June each year, beginning with a free opening night firework display in Royal Victoria Park. The festival continues for two weeks and includes jazz, classical and contemporary music performed by international artists. There's also comedy and contemporary art exhibitions and a host of free entertainment on the streets and in the city's parks.
The surrounding area
Bath is a small, compact city and it takes little time to get out into the countryside. It is close to the Cotswolds, the Mendips, the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean, all areas of great interest and outstanding natural beauty. The fine old cities of Wells and Salisbury, and the ancient sites of Avebury and Stonehenge, are only an hour away.