Museum of Bath at Work

4.6(229)

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About

Step into Bath's industrial past at the Museum of Bath at Work, housed in a 1777 former Real Tennis Court. The museum features authentically reconstructed workshops, including a Victorian soft drinks factory and cabinet maker's shop, showcasing two millennia of local trades and industries.

Explore displays on Bath Stone mining, ironmongery, and crane manufacturing by Stothert & Pitt, all set within a unique historic building. This venue offers a distinctive backdrop for small business events seeking a blend of heritage and hands-on history.

Best for

Corporate team learning & history tours
Small group workshops & brainstorming
Client entertaining with local heritage

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Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Architecture

Venue housed in a 1777 former Real Tennis Court

The museum is uniquely set within an authentic 18th-century Real Tennis court building, offering a tangible link to Bath's architectural and sporting heritage.

Authentic Workspaces

Reconstructed Victorian workshops and factories

Visitors explore meticulously recreated workplaces including a Victorian soft drinks factory, cabinet maker’s shop, and Bath Stone mine, providing immersive insight into historical trades.

Local Industrial Heritage

Displays on Bath’s historic trades and businesses

Exhibits feature significant local industries such as J.B. Bowlers’ ironmongers, Stothert & Pitt crane-makers, and the Bath Press, highlighting Bath’s rich commercial and engineering history.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 229 reviews