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We are a charity promoting high standards of planning and architecture in Bath, striving to ensure the future success of our special heritage city through conservation, education and museums.

No.1 Royal Crescent reopened its doors on Wednesday 2nd June 2021 with a brand-new immersive experience, allowing you to see life as it was lived in Georgian Bath during the late 1700s. Book your tickets here.

The Herschel Museum of Astronomy reopened to visitors on 19th May 2021, Wednesday to Sunday. A brand-new audio tour is now available for adult visitors bringing the house to life with stories about how the Herschel family lived and worked in Bath, alongside a new audio-visual guide for children. Book your tickets here. 

Beckford’s Tower and Museum is open by appointment only from 17th May 2021. Book a guided tour or self-led visit, following Beckford’s Ride up to the Tower, which is now home to our museum.

The Museum of Bath Architecture is closed to the Public and is only available for private guided tours by appointment only.  Book a guided tour to discover the stories behind Bath’s famous architectural treasures including the iconic Royal Crescent and The Circus, while seeing them for real just a short walk away. We do have a great space for Community and Corporate events. Please email for more information and prices.

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In light of the recent declaration of the Climate Emergency, the sensitive energy-efficient retrofit of historic buildings has never been so critical to lowering our carbon emissions and energy consumption. Click here to find out what you could do to make your home more energy efficient.
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It's been a extraordinary year in Bath's long and varied history - and it's your chance to be involved! We want to see your pictures of Bath taken during lockdown, whether they be empty streets, shops, or social distancing signs.

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Speak to the Energy at Home team at 15 Cheap Street, Bath, for advice on making your home more energy efficient, night storage heaters, thermostats, LED light bulbs, insulation, replacing your boiler, and funding.

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The @bathscapelp 2021 Walking Festival is open for booking.  The programme is packed with guided walks including ‘Crescent to Crescent’ and ‘Beckford’s Landscape’ with BPT’s Dr Amy Frost on the 18th of September and 25th of September. For details and how to book visit Bathscape’s Walks webpage.
Bath is a fantastic walking destination. Walking and hiking in the Bath area takes you to hidden valleys, iron age forts, picture perfect villages and the views are out of this world. You can also have a look at the virtual walks page which has a host of downloadable walks and videos and other activities.  If you’d like more inspiration for where to walk on your own, please visit the Bathscape website and explore the interactive map.  Bath Preservation Trust is a Bathscape project partner. Image credit @alicia_paige_ with thanks. 

 

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UPCOMING EVENTS: Ask an Architect 4th September 2021

February 22, 2021Bath Preservation TrustBPT event, Uncategorized

Bath Preservation Trust is thrilled to announce the launch of three virtual Ask an Architect sessions this 2021! Ask an Architect is an excellent design advice service offered by the Royal Institute of British Architects in partnership with Bath Preservation Trust to support design projects in the city of Bath. Visitors are invited to book…

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Planning Update: August 2021

August 12, 2021Bath Preservation TrustNews, Planning policy news, Planning Updates

The latest on local consultations, planning applications and appeals across Bath and its environs, as well as national planning news. You can read BPT’s Planning Update for August 2021 here.

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Bath Preservation Trust appoints new CEO

July 26, 2021Bath Preservation TrustBPT Updates

Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) has appointed Alex Sherman as its new Chief Executive. Alex – who joins BPT after seven years as Head of Business for the South West Heritage Trust – will take up his new role on 4 October 2021.  Alex says “I am delighted to be joining Bath Preservation Trust at such…

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5G Monopole Approved in the Conservation Area

July 14, 2021Bath Preservation Trust5G, Conservation Area, Major development site, World Heritage Site

BPT has responded to an increasing number of applications for telecommunications masts and 5G upgrades around Bath. This latest prior approval application is for a 20m high ‘slimline’ monopole on Locksbrook Road within the conservation area. BPT continues to acknowledge the benefits of 5G upgrades and connectivity, and based on the proposed light industrial character…

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Bath Preservation Trust, No. 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, BA1 2LR.
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Our Museums

  • No.1 Royal Crescent
  • Museum Of Bath Architecture
  • Beckford’s Tower
  • Herschel Museum of Astronomy

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