Bath Abbey Houses
Bath Abbey is a parish church which was once the great church of a monastery. A cathedral is the principal church of a diocese, the area of a bishop's authority. The Abbey Church is classified as one of the Greater Churches group. Begun in 1499, it is the last great gothic church in England. It is a cruciform building the size of a small cathedral, seating around 1,200 people.
The Heritage Vaults Museum occupies cellars which belonged to houses that once stood alongside the Abbey. The Vaults Exhibition begins with a petition and a curse from 4th century Roman Bath in which the word 'Christian' makes its first known appearance in Britain.
A model of the 10th century monk, Aelfric, robed in his black Benedictine habit, is on display in the museum. Aelfric is known to have lived and worked in the Abbey and here he writes a book to be presented to Abbot Brithwold.
Attraction Details
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AddressBath Town Centre, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1LT
Opening times9am - 4.30pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeHouses
Hotels near Bath Abbey
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Abigail's Parlour
Located in the very centre of Bath, Abigails Parlour offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi access and 2 tall Georgian windows with spectacular views over Abbey Green..
Abbey Green Apartment
Situated in the heart of the city of Bath, Abbey Green offers self-catering apartment accommodation in the heart of Bath. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the apartment..
Abbey Studio Apartment
The enchanting Abbey Studio Apartment is located within a historic building, just in front of the famous Roman Baths..
Abbey Hotel
The Abbey Hotel is a boutique, independently owned 60-bedroom hotel in the heart of Bath. It is only two minutes walk from the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey, and five minutes walk from Bath Spa Railway Station..
Berdoulat & Breakfast
Located in central Bath, Beardoulat & Breakfast offers free WiFi access. Dating back to 1748 and set on the former orchard of Bath Abbey, the period property is next door to the Masonic Hall, on a quiet cobbled street..
Parade Park
Located in the heart of Bath, this traditional Georgian town house has many original features and a stylish bar. With modern rooms, it has lovely views across the Parade Gardens towards Bath Abbey..
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