Welcome to Bath Abbey
Living and Telling the Good News of Jesus with the City of Bath and its Visitors
A moment of stillness in the beating heart of a vibrant city. A space that’s alive with music and prayer, art and history. A place where awe-inspiring architecture lifts the eyes – and raises the spirit. Bath Abbey is many things to many people.
Whether you come here to join a service or a tour, light a candle or listen to our choirs, what unites us all is a sense of wonder. There is so much to discover – please step inside…
Message from our Rector
“Come unto me, all you who are weary and are heavy laden” said Jesus to the crowds who gathered around him, “and I will give you rest”. It is a great delight to be able to welcome you to the Abbey, so that all may draw near to the Lord in the stillness of this holy place. I join the whole Bath Abbey family in praying for God’s love and renewing strength to greet you afresh, and to fill your hearts with peace as you draw near to Him”
Bath Abbey seeks to be a “House of Prayer for all nations”, praying with and for needy people locally and all around the world, regardless of their political, ethnic or religious affiliation. By day, we are hosting a dedicated prayer station for all who wish to join us in praying for peace, and for the dreadful war in Ukraine to end.
The Revd Canon Guy Bridgewater
Rector of Bath Abbey
Visiting Hours (excludes services)
As an active working church in the community, at times the Abbey is open for services and special events and therefore closed for visiting. Please check back regularly before your visit to see the latest changes:
May Variations
2 May Opening at 12.30pm due to a funeral.
14 May Opening at 12.30pm.
June Variations
1 Jun Opening at 1.30pm, last entry 4.30pm.
Featured Event
Celebrate Shakespeare's 460th birthday with Antic Disposition's special ticket offer!
On Tuesday 23 April, for one day only, receive 20% off all tickets for Romeo and Juliet – a saving of up to £9 per ticket.
This summer, step into majestic Bath Abbey and let the passion, drama and magic of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece unfold around you in our brand new promenade production.
The 20% ticket discount will be applied automatically to all ticket purchases on Tuesday 23 April.
Latest News
Bath Abbey Choir records music to remember loved ones lost during pandemic
Historic buildings could be protected from rising energy bills by solar panels
Brand new Bath Abbey Schools Programme and Learning room launched
