Visiting us this month? Please check our upcoming closures below.
Road Closures: M4 junctions 18 and 19 - full weekend closure & Planned Railway Works: 28 - 31 October
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 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.
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:
October Variations
Sat 26 Closing at 5.00pm (last entry 4.30pm) due to Evensong. All welcome to attend.
November Variations
Monday 4 Closed until 1pm for staff training
Sunday 10 Closed for visiting for Remembrance Sunday Services. All are welcome to join.
Monday 11 Closing at 12.45pm for the RCS Remembrance service.
Saturday 30 Open 10am - 11.45am, then closing for Shoppers' Carols. All are welcome to join.
Latest News
Abbey Electoral Roll – Annual Revision 2021
Welcome back to our Abbey Boys and Girls!
Statement by the Rector of Bath Abbey on the Death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip
