With a complimentary welcome drink, two DJs playing simultaneously and an additional pre-set playlist available on separate wireless channels. There will also be a full bar serving a range of drinks for purchase.
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Roman Remedy Making at the Roman Baths
Get hands-on with Roman medicine, create your own herbal remedy discovering the plants and ingredients Romans believed could cure a range of ailments and learn about ancient healing traditions. Suitable for ages 5-12 years; included in standard admission.
Revolting Roman Remedies at Roman Baths
Step into the sandals of a Roman doctor-in-training and meet patients with mysterious ailments. Track down the cures they need, uncovering the fascinating beliefs behind Roman healthcare along the way. You can also meet a Roman doctor (24 October-1 November) and discover how people were treated nearly 2,000 years ago, learning about the herbs, honey...
Archaeology is Rubbish at Roman Baths
Some objects in the collection are deliberately deposited but much of it is actually what people have thrown away. These objects can teach us more about how people lived and what they ate. Have a look at the new display in the King’s Lounge to see what “rubbish” is in the collection and think about...
Reverse the Curse at the Roman Baths
Follow the trail to solve the puzzles and cryptic clues, take on interactive challenges, discover how Romans really used the Baths and crack the code to reveal the magic word that you can use to get a 3-month digital subscription to AQUILA Magazine.
Student Creates Latin Audio Guide for The Roman Baths with Sir Stephen Fry
A GCSE student has helped bring spoken Latin back to The Roman Baths after creating a new Latin audio guide for the historic attraction, narrated by Stephen Fry. Inspired by a family visit earlier this year, London student Florence Golding was fascinated by the site’s multilingual audio guides, available in 13 languages. As a Latin...
Summer Lates returns to The Roman Baths with music and evening atmosphere
Mums, dads and carers looking for a memorable summer night out can enjoy music, drinks and after-hours access to The Roman Baths when Summer Lates returns from 20 July. The historic attraction will stay open until 10pm every evening until 31 August, with live music, vinyl DJs, acoustic performances and a bath-side bar creating a...
Lammas at The Roman Baths
Create a seasonal decoration using a weaving technique to coincide with the early summer festival of Lammas.
Neptunalia at The Roman Baths
Neptune’s festival links to the sea and rivers – make a special sea beasts mosaic.
Friendly Faces trail at the Roman Baths
Search for the friendly faces of Lucius Marcius Memor, palace worker Sulinus and Aquae sulis resident Flavia. Discover Roman life in Bath through their every day experiences.
Family fun at The Roman Baths over May half term
Roman games, hidden flower hunts and even a goddess beside the Great Bath await families at The Roman Baths this May half term. From 23–31 May, the world‑famous site bursts into bloom with Mission Floralia, a brand new, hands‑on family experience inspired by the Roman festival of Floralia, which celebrated flowers, crops, and new life. Children...
Ludi Florales at the Roman Baths
Celebrate a special Roman spring festival and create a flower garland to wear. Festivals in ancient Rome were a very important part of Roman life; one of the primary features of the Roman calendar. Throughout the year, special activities took place such as decorations, meals or games. There will also be Mission Floralia, a new...
Archaeology Adventures at the Roman Baths
Dig for Roman artefacts (replicas) in a special excavation trench and learn how to identify, record, and uncover hidden treasures just like a real archaeologist Sessions at 11am and 12pm.
A Major Murder at the Roman Baths
A night of drama and intrigue! Step into 1897 and unravel the mystery of Major Charles Davis, found dead at the unveiling of the Roman Baths Museum, in a Murder Mystery experience. Ticket includes complimentary drink.
Latin Day School: Dido at The Roman Baths
Discover the legendary story of Dido, the African queen whose life was transformed by the arrival of Aeneas, a fugitive from Troy. This immersive day school will explore the myth of Dido and Aeneas through the lens of Virgil’s Aeneid, featuring selected readings with English translations, guided readings from Virgil’s Aeneid, and insightful discussions led...
Latin Day School: Cleopatra at The Roman Baths
Explore Cleopatra’s story through ancient Latin sources, featuring selected readings with English translation including guided readings from original Latin texts and expert insights into the language and culture of the ancient world with George Sharpley, a former university teacher of Latin. Suitable for ages 16+ years.
Home Education Special – Behind the Scenes at The Roman Baths
A unique opportunity to meet one of the museum professionals and explore the fascinating work that keeps the Roman Baths collection safe and accessible. Learn about collection management and the materials used to pack and protect objects, try your hand at wrapping objects securely, discover how we manage pests and environmental conditions to preserve history...
Join in the festive family magic at The Roman Baths
Families are being invited to celebrate the festive season at one of Bath’s most atmospheric landmarks – The Roman Baths – where heritage, history and holiday cheer combine for an unforgettable winter experience. Just moments from the Bath Christmas Market, The Roman Baths provides a peaceful contrast to the city’s festive bustle. Children and parents...
Bathford pupils connect with children in Ukraine through special book project
Children in Years 5 and 6 at Bathford Church School recently enjoyed an inspiring visit from local author Claire Bramwell-Pearson and Zhenya Shkil, founder and chair of The Friends of Oleksandriya – the Bath-based charity that commissioned and published Claire’s new children’s book, Vitalii Petrenko and the Secret of the Roman Baths. Oleksandriya is Bath’s...
Spin a tale of myth and mystery this Halloween at the Roman Baths
Families are invited to weave their way through a web of ancient legend this October half term (25 October – 2 November), as The Roman Baths launches its brand-new Spooky Spider Hunt — a Halloween adventure inspired by the myth of Minerva and Arachne. The tale tells of Arachne, a talented mortal weaver who challenged...
Roundhill Primary School pupils step back in time at The Roman Baths
Year 4 pupils from Roundhill Primary School in Bath enjoyed a fascinating journey into the past when they visited The Roman Baths earlier this month. Travelling by local bus as part of their life skills learning, the children arrived at the ancient site ready to discover what life was like in Bath 2,000 years ago....