Pulteney Bridge, Bath

Name: Pulteney Bridge
Address: Pulteney Bridge, Bath, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1225 477101

#7 among attractions in Bath

Georgian architecture, Bridge, Flea market, Shopping

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Pulteney Bridge is a bridge over the River Avon in Bath, England. It was completed by 1774, and connected the city with the land of the Pulteney family which it wished to develop. Designed by Robert Adam in a Palladian style, it is highly unusual in that it has shops built across its full span on both sides. It has been designated as a Grade I listed building. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1774 (250 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismLength: 148 ftWidth: 58 ftCoordinates: 51°22'59"N, 2°21'28"W

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Pulteney BridgeBath United Kingdom

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+44 1225 477101

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Day trips

Pulteney Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, Victoria Art Gallery, Corridor.

~830 ftSW
Museum
Roman Baths, Bath
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the picturesque city of Bath, the Roman Baths are a historical treasure and a must-visit attraction for any tourist exploring the United Kingdom. These ancient Thermae, renowned for their remarkable preservation, offer visitors a glimpse into...
~620 ftS
Medieval building with a Gothic interior
Bath Abbey, Bath
3 min walk • Bath Abbey stands as a stunning example of Gothic architecture in the heart of the historic city of Bath, England. A place of worship since the 7th century, the current Abbey dates back to the 16th century and is the last of the great medieval churches of England.
~190 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Victoria Art Gallery, Bath
1 min walk • Nestled in the historic and picturesque city of Bath, the Victoria Art Gallery stands as a cultural beacon, inviting tourists and art aficionados alike to explore its diverse collection of art spanning several centuries.
~410 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Corridor, Bath
2 min walk • The Corridor is one of the world's earliest retail arcades, designed by architect Henry Goodridge and built in 1825, in Bath, Somerset, England. The fashion for arranging shops in arcades arose in Paris in the late 18th Century. The Corridor followed the trend set by London's Burlington Arcade.
~670 ftSE
Sport complex, Park, Sport
Recreation Ground, Bath
4 min walk • The Recreation Ground is a large open space in the centre of Bath, England, next to the River Avon, which is available to be used by permission from the Recreation Ground Trust for recreational purposes by the public at large but particularly the people of Bath and surrounding areas.
~230 ftS
City hall, Flea market, Shopping
Guildhall, Bath
2 min walk • Guildhall is an 18th-century municipal building in central Bath, Somerset, England. It is a Grade I listed building.
~1110 ftSW
Nightlife, Cinema, Concerts and shows
Komedia, Bath
6 min walk • Komedia is an arts and entertainment company which operates venues in the United Kingdom at Brighton and Bath, and a management and production company Komedia Entertainment. Beyond hosting live comedy, the venues also host music, cabaret, theatre and shows for children, featuring local, national and international performers.
~840 ftSW
Tea room, Restaurant
Grand Pump Room, Bath
5 min walk • The Grand Pump Room is a historic building in the Abbey Church Yard, Bath, Somerset, England. It is adjacent to the Roman Baths and is named for water that is pumped into the room from the baths' hot springs. Visitors can drink the water or have other refreshments while there.
~700 ftW
Church
Octagon Chapel, Bath
4 min walk • The Octagon Chapel in Milsom Street, Bath, Somerset, England was built in 1767 and has been designated as a Grade II* listed building.
~1030 ftW
Shopping, Bookshop
Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights, Bath
5 min walk • Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights is an independent bookshop in Bath, Somerset. It was founded by former lawyer and derivatives trader Nic Bottomley. In 2009, it was the official bookseller of the Bath Literary Festival. In 2011, it won the Bookseller's Award for Independent Bookshop of the Year, which it had won previously in 2008.
~1060 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Historical place
Old Orchard Street Theatre, Bath
6 min walk • The Old Orchard Street Theatre in Bath, Somerset, England was built as a provincial theatre before becoming a Roman Catholic Church and since 1865 has been a Masonic Hall. It is a Grade II listed building.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pulteney Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Victoria Art Gallery, Bath (1 min walk), Argyle Street, Bath (1 min walk), Guildhall, Bath (2 min walk), Upper Borough Walls, Bath (2 min walk).

How to get to Pulteney Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pulteney Bridge:

Bus

Grand Parade Ci • Lines: 18, 418 (1 min walk)
Laura Place • Lines: 18, 418 (3 min walk)

Train

Bath Spa (10 min walk)
Oldfield Park (26 min walk)