Chippenham Things to Do

If you want to experience the best views of Bath, then head for Alexandra Park in Bear Flat. Access to the park is by a long flight of steps, otherwise known as Jacob's Ladder. At the top you can see for miles. If the children... more

Modern décor, a wide range of bottled lager and an excellent bar menu have made this a favourite with the young professionals in Bath. The affectionately nicknamed "Slug" has managed to create a modern drinking environment with... more

First opened in 1706 to provide a place to drink natural spring water, the Pump Room is decorated in 18th century style. Commanding a certain prestige with its double-storey windows and crystal chandeliers, the restaurant is st... more

Located throughout the country, Revolution is a must visit for a night (or day) out in Bath. Enjoy a great meal at this casual and relaxed place through the day. At night, it's a totally different picture. Pulsating music and g... more

The Jane Austen Centre located in Gay Street where Jane Austen once lived, the permanent exhibition in this Georgian house offers a look at the life and times of Bath's most famous authoress. Staff give regular introductory tal... more

Built on the site of an old ale house, The Blathwayt is popular for exactly that - good British ale. Children are welcome too, and the place is quite a hit with families. If it's a nice day, opt for the outdoor seating. more

Chalfield was acquired in 1467 by Thomas Trompnell, who rebuilt the house around a courtyard. The south range has since disappeared, but the north front has probably altered very little. One enters through the original front do... more

One of the few popular gardens in the country; this beautiful Italian-style garden by the hill is graced with terraces, steps, a colonnade, cloister, casita, evergreen planting and magnificent rural views. Winner of the prestig... more

This manor goes back to Saxon times, and at the time of Domesday it was in the possession of the Bishop of Winchester. There is a fragment left of the house from about 1400, but most of it was built by Thomas Culverhouse in the... more

Corsham Court is located around 18 miles from Bristol. The earliest records show that this mansion was the summer palace for the Kings of Wessex and it later went to the Queen of England as a part of her dowry until she gave a... more