Overview:
Bath has been a popular city for tourists for many years. With its history, culture and modern attractions a stag do in Bath is full of interesting things to do. Named after the spa baths in the city which were built by the Romans, the city is in an ideal location for a stag do. Located not far from London and smack bang in the south west of England, it is fairly easy to reach from anywhere in the south of the country. Whether you decide to enjoy a few drinks in the lively pubs or wine bars, or visit some historical attractions; a stag weekend in Bath is highly enjoyed by those wanting a more refined occasion.
Getting Around:
It is relatively easy to get to Bath with trains running on a regular basis from London and buses visiting the town daily from the neighbouring towns. Road travel is generally best avoided.
Once in Bath on your stag weekend bus services are regular and an unlimited travel pass can be bought for £4 per day. There are taxi ranks outside the Abbey and the train station and these operate twenty four hours a day. A stag party in Bath need not worry about public transport as it is renowned for being punctual with an outstanding service.
Must See / Do:
A stag weekend in Bath is full of things to do. A selection includes:
• Paintball in one of the top paint ball sites in the UK
• Compete in ‘Its A Knockout’ – a must for stag parties
• Learn To Kayak
• Visit the Roman Baths and take a dip in the Thermae Bath Spa
• Have a game of ten pin bowling before you hit the town
• Visit the city’s indoor ski slope
• Visit the ‘Ice Bar’ for a private party.
History and Culture:
Bath is oozing with history! With three Roman baths, a walled fortress and a temple there is much to see in the city. Bath was given its city status in 1590 and by the 1800s it had become a city of high society. Today Bath is a leading theatrical city in the UK. stag parties can visit five different theatres in the city as well as museums and art galleries. The Bath beer festival is a great time for a stag weekend with a selection of real ales, Belgian beer and traditional cider!
Sport:
The main sport in the city is Rugby, and a visit to the Recreation Ground will ensure a fun day for sports loving stag parties. Beer is supplied in abundance and an afternoon watching Bath Rugby is a great way to start a stag party. There are also a number of cricket clubs in the city as well as Bath City Football Club.
Nightlife:
The choice of night time entertainment for a stag do in Bath is constantly increasing with a mix of traditional pubs and posh wine bars as well as the exciting theatre and film culture. Popular venues include the Ice Bar, Gascoyne Place and the Common Room. Bath is also host to a number of comedy clubs which is a great place to have a stag party.
Eating & Drinking:
There are number of different dining experiences to be had in Bath, as well as the chance to taste some traditional Bath cuisine including ‘The Sally Lunn Buns’ and ‘Bath Olivers’. Pubs are well known for their brewing traditions and many offer local brews. stag parties must try the city’s award winning Bellringer Bitter.