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The Museum of Bath at Work is the city’s local history museum telling the tale of the city’s development. Displays include Bath Stone, Bath Chairs and Bath Buns, and all other ways in which Bath people have earned a living since Roman times. Exhibitions include a complete reconstruction of a Victorian engineering and soft drinks making factory, an Edwardian ironmonger, a cabinet maker’s workshop, a Bath Stone mine and the famous Horstmann car of 1914. A lively programme of temporary exhibitions, events and activities run throughout the year.

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Museum of Bath at Work
Julian Road
Camden Works
BA1 2RH Bath

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Opening hours

Monday
10:30 – 17:00
Tuesday
10:30 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:30 – 17:00
Thursday
10:30 – 17:00
Friday
10:30 – 17:00
Saturday
10:30 – 17:00
Sunday
10:30 – 17:00

April 1 to October 31
Every day Monday-Sunday

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Admission

Adults£10.00
Children£5.00
Disabled£9.00
Family£20.00
Students£9.00
Unemployed£9.00
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Facilities

Museum shop
Credit card
Child-friendly

Location & Map

Julian Road, Bath

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Museum of Bath at Work Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museum of Bath at Work offers visitors an insight into the industrial heritage of Bath, England. Located in a former Real Tennis court from the 1700s, the museum showcases the city's working history through various exhibits and reconstructions. The centerpiece is a complete reconstruction of an engineering and mineral water making factory from 1864, providing a tangible connection to Bath's past. Visitors can explore displays on local industries such as stone quarrying, agriculture, and retail. The museum's collections include tools, machinery, and everyday objects that tell the story of how people in Bath worked and lived over the centuries. While some visitors find the exhibits informative and engaging, others note that the presentation can be somewhat dated and could benefit from modernization. The museum is relatively small, which allows for an intimate exploration of Bath's industrial history, but may leave some visitors wanting more content. Despite its compact size, many appreciate the museum's focus on the often-overlooked working-class history of Bath, providing a counterpoint to the city's more famous Georgian attractions. The staff is generally described as knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the visitor experience. Overall, the Museum of Bath at Work offers a unique perspective on the city's history, though the quality of the experience may vary depending on individual interests in industrial heritage.

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