The essential story of Bath
History, architecture, landscape:
Discover it all, up close, and learn as you go.
The walk in a nutshell
Start and finish
We start in front of the Abbey in Abbey Churchyard, where the Roman Baths Museum is – 8 minutes’ walk from Bath Spa train station. It finishes at the rear of the Abbey.
How long is it?
It’s 8.5 miles in length. The narration lasts 4.5 hours.
Give yourself at least 6 hours for breaks and browsing, or you can split it up over two or more days.
What to bring
- Prepare for puddles and rain and wear comfortable shoes.
- Headphones or earphones, preferably noise-cancelling
An audiobook like no other
Did you know Bath is the only UK city to be designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in its entirety for its history, architecture and natural setting in the Cotswolds?
The cover shows the view, from Solsbury Hill, out over Bath shrouded in morning mist, waiting for you to discover it.
It’s the first comprehensive audio tour tracing the city’s 2,000-year evolution. Listen to the introduction.
A taste of what there is to see
Buy the audiobook now!
The book is now available at the audiobook providers listed below.
The book is newly published and will be available from more providers in the coming weeks.
About your guide
Hello! I’m Rod Sweet, your guide.
I’m a walker, writer, journalist and history buff.
When I visit a new city, I’m torn between going to the museum to learn its story and walking it to see and feel how it’s all knitted together.
This book lets you do both at the same time!