WHERE YOUR DISCOVERY CARD CAN SAVE YOU MONEY - PLEASE REMEMBER TO SHOW YOUR DISCOVERY CARD TO RECEIVE DISCOUNTS (DISCOVERY CARD HOLDER ONLY).
(A brief at a glance list can be downloaded from the Welcome page)
(A brief at a glance list can be downloaded from the Welcome page)
THIS PAGE IS DIVIDED INTO THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS: NEW OFFERS & CHANGES, MUSEUMS & GALLERIES, DINING, OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES, SPORTS & LEISURE, SHOPS.
NEW OFFERS & CHANGES:
AVON VALLEY ADVENTURE & WILDLIFE PARK - Late Night Opening on the first Friday of each month, Avon Valley stays open until 8pm. The BBQ will be running on sunny evenings and pizza on chillier evenings. Check Facebook for more info. Mini Jeep Safari. Suitable for 3-14yrs these mini jeeps take you round an off-road 4x4 course with the kids at the controls! 10% off gate admission when you show your card. www.avonvalley.co.uk
Introducing B-LOCAL. The Bath BID is delighted to announce a new scheme aimed at people who live and work Bath & North East Somerset. Some of the city's finest eating and drinking establishments have developed special treats and benefits for you to enjoy mid-week during school term times. Make your selection, pop along with some proof that you live or work in the city (Discovery Card, employee badge, proof of address etc) and enjoy the benefits of being a local. See www.bathbid.co.uk for more details.
CARTER'S STEAM FAIR - 3 - 18 August, Royal Victoria Park. Get an extra free ride when you buy a family ride token bundle of £20 or more, any day of the week including the weekend. To redeem - simply show your Discovery Card at the main ticket booth when you buy a ride token bundle of £20 or more on the day. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Our rides take ride tokens which are 50p each and rides are 4, 5 or 6 tokens depending on whether they are small junior sized rides or big thrill rides. The extra free ride pass could be used on any ride of your choice. Sat 3 August, Vintage Vehicle Road Fun, leaving Royal Victoria Park at 10am. Check out Carters Facebook page for a route map. Sun 4 August, Fairground Art & Heritage Tour. Get up and close to the rides and learn about their history. Showman Joby Carter will lead a tour an hour before opening. Book your place here. Tickets £5 per person to be donated to charity (Alexander Devine Children's Hospice, www.alexanderdevine.org. www.carterssteamfair.co.uk
MUSEUM OF BATH AT WORK - Until 1 October, Bonkers but Brilliant! Celebrating 50 years of the founding of the Bath Arts Workshop, an exhibition on the story of this ground-breaking multi-disciplinary community arts group. www.bath-at-work.org.uk
NEWTON FARM FOODS - Thrill of the Grill! Experience our expertise and enjoy 10% off our own produced, handmade beef burgers, sausages and chicken thighs. Respecting local food and farming. Offer available Mon-Fri until 31 July. This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. A valid Discovery Card must be presented at point of sale. www.newtonfarmfoods.co.uk
MUSEUM OF BATH AT WORK - Until 1 October, Bonkers but Brilliant! Celebrating 50 years of the founding of the Bath Arts Workshop, an exhibition on the story of this ground-breaking multi-disciplinary community arts group. www.bath-at-work.org.uk
NEWTON FARM FOODS - Thrill of the Grill! Experience our expertise and enjoy 10% off our own produced, handmade beef burgers, sausages and chicken thighs. Respecting local food and farming. Offer available Mon-Fri until 31 July. This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. A valid Discovery Card must be presented at point of sale. www.newtonfarmfoods.co.uk
UNIVERSITY OF BATH SPORTS TRAINING VILLAGE, TEAM BATH GYM & FITNESS CENTRE, The Avenue, Claverton Down, BA2 7AY. Open to all - newly expanded and features state-of-the-art cardio equipment, free weights and strength machines designed to help you achieve your fitness goals. The facility has more than doubled in size, providing a dedicated spin studio, other space and equipment across three floors. Teambath are offering NO JOINING FEE on all memberships at the Sports Training Village. Gym with exercise classes, 50 metre pool, indoor and outdoor tennis courts. Individually tailored memberships available. Take advantage of a FREE 3-Day Weekend Pass, so that you are able to fully experience our new facilities. Valid over 3 consecutive days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and includes use of the Gym and fitness Classes. One use per customer. To arrange a trial please contact teambath-memberships@bath.ac.uk (01225 385374). For more information visit www.teambath.com.
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
AMERICAN MUSEUM IN BRITAIN, Claverton Manor, Bath, BA2 7BD - House and gardens. £1 off admission for cardholder only. Open 16 March - 3 November, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm, last entry 4pm. Main collection open from 11am. Special Christmas programme in November & December. Closed Mondays, except during August and Bank Holidays. www.americanmuseum.org
ASSEMBLY ROOMS, Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QH. Free entry. Check for opening times as rooms may be closed for private functions. www.bathvenues.co.uk
BATH ABBEY, Footprint Behind-the-Scenes Tours. Free (usually £10 per person). Put on hard hats and take a sneak peek at the historic floor as it is saved from collapse and its 891 memorial stones are conserved. Discover the history of the floor, why it is collapsing and the complex work carried out as part of the Abbey's Footprint Project. Tours last about 1hr 15 mins, please check times and availability with the Abbey Office 01225 303320 / office@bathabbey.org or ask at the Welcome Desk. Suitable for ages 16+. www.bathabbey.org
BATH ABBEY TOWER TOURS - 2 for 1 entry. Behind the scenes tours visiting the ringing chamber and bell chamber and even sit behind the clock face. On the roof you will have the best vantage point in Bath to enjoy spectacular views of the city . 212 steps to the top of the Tower, arranged in two spiral staircases with an opportunity to rest in between. Full guided tour takes 45-50 minutes. Adults £8, children (5-15yrs) £4. 01225 422462. www.bathabbey.org.
BATH POSTAL MUSEUM 27 Northgate Steet, Bath, BA1 1AJ – Half price entry. Open Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 11am-5pm (last viewing 4:30pm) Thursday, Friday & Sat 2pm-5pm (last viewing 4:30pm). Two exhibitions: the popular story of the Royal mailcoach and the display of damaged wreck envelopes that have been actually delivered to their recipients, sometimes months later. Wreck Mail : Letters from the Deep. www.bathpostalmuseum.org
BECKFORD'S TOWER AND MUSEUM, Lansdown Road, Bath, BA1 9BH. 50% discount. 01225 460705. Open 2 March until 27 October, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10.30am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm). Exhibition: Pictures and Postcards: Beckford's Souvenirs. Download trail here. www.beckfordstower.org.uk
FARLEIGH HUNGERFORD CASTLE. On the Wiltshire/Somerset border and only 9 miles from Bath, stands this fortified mansion, occupied for 300 years by the Hungerford family and today their intriguing, yet sometimes gruesome stories are told through graphic interpretation panels and a free audio tour. 2 for 1. Until 31 March, open Sat & Sun 10am-4pm. 1 April - 30 September, open 10am-6pm, inc BH. 1 - 31 October, open 10am-5pm. From 1 November, open 10am-4pm. Click here for more information.
FASHION MUSEUM, Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QH - Free entry. Open January & February 10.30am-5pm, March-October 10.30am-6pm, November & December 10.30am-5pm (last entry 1hr before close). www.fashionmuseum.co.uk.
Behind the Scenes - The Historic Collection. Visitors can see a series of chronological display installations showcasing historic fashions from the museum collection and all arranged like the museum stores. Includes fashions for men and women from the late 1700s to the early 1900s. Until 1 March 2020, Glove Stories. Displaying one of the best collections of gloves in the world, this exhibition showcases the breadth and depth of The Glove Collection of the Worshipful Company of Glovers of London, which is cared for and housed at the Fashion Museum. Visitors will see exquisite examples of historical gloves from the past 400 years; many of which have never been displayed to the public before. HIghlights include a curious pair of gloves in a walnut shell from the 1830s, the Duke of Edinburgh's carriage-driving gloves, a Soviet cosmonaut's glove and a costume glove from the Star Wars film, The Empire Strikes Back.
Family Drop-in Activities: Contact 01225 477789 for more details.
Behind the Scenes - The Historic Collection. Visitors can see a series of chronological display installations showcasing historic fashions from the museum collection and all arranged like the museum stores. Includes fashions for men and women from the late 1700s to the early 1900s. Until 1 March 2020, Glove Stories. Displaying one of the best collections of gloves in the world, this exhibition showcases the breadth and depth of The Glove Collection of the Worshipful Company of Glovers of London, which is cared for and housed at the Fashion Museum. Visitors will see exquisite examples of historical gloves from the past 400 years; many of which have never been displayed to the public before. HIghlights include a curious pair of gloves in a walnut shell from the 1830s, the Duke of Edinburgh's carriage-driving gloves, a Soviet cosmonaut's glove and a costume glove from the Star Wars film, The Empire Strikes Back.
Family Drop-in Activities: Contact 01225 477789 for more details.
HERSCHEL MUSEUM OF ASTRONOMY, 19 New King Street, Bath, BA1 2BL. 50% discount. Open 2 February until 1 January 2020, weekdays 1pm-5pm; weekends and Bank Holidays, 10am-5pm (last entry 4.15pm). The home of astronomer and musician William Herschel and his comet-discovering sister Caroline. See the workshop where he designed telescopes, and garden from which he discovered the planet Uranus in 1781. Explore the universe in the Star Vault film show. Exhibition: Invisible Light: William Herschel and Infrared. www.herschelmuseum.org.uk
JANE AUSTEN CENTRE , 40 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT – 10% discount on entry to card holders and 10% off purchases in the Regency Tea Room. Celebrating Bath's most famous resident. Until 29 October: open daily 9.45am-5.30pm; July & Aug: 9.30am-6pm; Nov-Mar: Sun-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 9.45am-5.30pm. Last full entry to the Exhibition and Tea Room 1hr before closing time. Gift Shop remains open until the Centre closes. Closed 25 & 26 December & 1 January. 01225 443000 www.janeausten.co.uk.
MUSEUM OF BATH ARCHITECTURE, Countess of Huntingdon's Chapel, The Vineyards, Paragon, Bath, BA1 5NA. 50% discount. Open until 24 November, weekdays 1pm-5pm, weekends and Bank Holidays 10am-5pm (last entry 4.15pm). Discover the story behind Bath's elegant C18th architecture via models, maps, films, cross-sections, tools and photographs. Famous Bath model of the Georgian City. Exhibition: Until 24 November, Taking on History where local groups will display their creative responses to the stories told in the four museums of Bath Preservation Trust. www.museumofbatharchitecture.org.uk.
MUSEUM OF BATH AT WORK, Julian Road, Bath, BA1 2RH – £1 off all entries/categories. Open daily 10.30am-5pm until 31 October, then weekends only until 31 March. 01225 318348. www.bath-at-work.org.uk
MUSEUM OF EAST ASIAN ART, 12 Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QJ – Free entry – 01225 464640. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm, Sundays 12pm-5pm, closed Mondays & BH. Closed Christmas to New Year. The only UK museum solely dedicated to the arts and cultures of East and South East Asia, with collections representing more than 7,000 years of artistry and craftsmanship. Until 10 November, East Asian Life. www.meaa.org.uk
NO. 1 ROYAL CRESCENT, BA1 2LR. 50% discount. 01225 428126. Open 16 February to 1 January 2020, daily 10am-5pm, (last entry 4pm). Step into the past and experience what life was like 250 years ago for Bath's rich and fashionable residents - and their servants. Dress up before you wander the 10 decorated rooms and corridors. Award-winning disability features. Exhibition, until 1 January 2020: Image Control, how the Georgians manipulated their images as much as we do with selfies today. www.no1royalcrescent.org.uk
ROMAN BATHS - Free entry - Jan & Feb 9.30pm-6pm, Mar-18 April 9am-6pm, 19-22 April 9am-8pm, 23 April-20 Jun 9am-6pm, 21 Jun-31 Aug 9am-10pm, Sep-Oct 9am-6pm, Nov-Dec 9.30am-6pm (last entry 1hr before close). www.romanbaths.co.uk
Above and Below Tours: Explore the hidden Roman, Georgian and Victorian history of the site. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear, the tour will involve a number of steps and uneven walkways. Wednesdays at 11am: Free with your Discovery Card. Booking essential - 01225 477773.
Behind the Scenes Tours: Discover why and how we care for our collections. Handle fascinating objects perhaps from your local area and find out more about archaeology. Booking is essential - 01225 477779.
Family Drop-in Activities, All activities included in admission price, no need to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-4pm. No need to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Above and Below Tours: Explore the hidden Roman, Georgian and Victorian history of the site. Suitable footwear and clothing is advised as walkways are uneven and your tour will involve negotiating a number of steps. Wednesdays 11am. Booking essential. 01225 477773.
Above and Below Tours: Explore the hidden Roman, Georgian and Victorian history of the site. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear, the tour will involve a number of steps and uneven walkways. Wednesdays at 11am: Free with your Discovery Card. Booking essential - 01225 477773.
Behind the Scenes Tours: Discover why and how we care for our collections. Handle fascinating objects perhaps from your local area and find out more about archaeology. Booking is essential - 01225 477779.
Family Drop-in Activities, All activities included in admission price, no need to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-4pm. No need to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Above and Below Tours: Explore the hidden Roman, Georgian and Victorian history of the site. Suitable footwear and clothing is advised as walkways are uneven and your tour will involve negotiating a number of steps. Wednesdays 11am. Booking essential. 01225 477773.
SOMERSET COALFIELD LIFE AT RADSTOCK MUSEUM, Waterloo Road, Radstock, BA3 3EP. 50p discount. Open February-November, Tues-Fri & Sun 2pm-5pm, Sat 11am-5pm, closed on Mondays except BH Mondays 2pm-5pm. Closed December & January. Discovery Card holders will receive 50p off hot and cold drinks in the tea room on presenting a valid Discovery Card. Cardholder only. Virtual Reality Experience, available only at weekends and included in your ticket. Virtual reality ride into the mines of the Somerset Coalfield. Travel down in the pit cage at 60 feet per second, seeing the pit ponies, miners working and lots more. Until 18 August, Village Communities. Four local communities of Clapton, Holcombe, Ston Easton and Welton have created posters of old photos and histories, together with artefacts to illustrate some aspects of the history of their villages. www.radstockmuseum.co.uk.
VICTORIA ART GALLERY, Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4AT. www.victoriagal.org.uk Free entry to the permanent collection and temporary exhibition for Discoery Card holders. Free to under 21s. Open daily, 10.30am-5pm including Bank Holidays, closed 25-26 December & 1 January.
Until 15 September, War and Rumours of War. This exhibition has been drawn largely from The Hepworth Wakefield's outstanding collection of 1940s British works on paper, revisiting a decade of anxiety, austerity and idealism that resonates strongly with the present day. The part that the city of Bath played in this story centres around the Baedeker Raids of April 1942. The resulting devastation was documented by artists including Norma Bull.
Until 15 September, Bernard Ollis: A Tale of Two Cities. Bernard Ollis was born in Bath and spent his formative years here. He completed his Masters in Painting at the Royal College of Art in London where visiting artists and lecturers included David Hockney, Peter Blake and Howard Hodgkin. He travels extensively and has held multiple artist residencies in diverse locations such as Cairo and Antarctica. The works in this show are based on memories and recent visits to the cities of Bath and Paris, where he has a studio and works part of the year.
21 September - 24 November, James Tower: a Centenary Celebration. One of Britain's most important 20th-century studio potters, James Tower was also a highly respected art school lecturer, first at Bath Academy of Art where he set up the pottery studio, then later at Brighton Polytechnic, where he was Head of Sculpture. This exhibition marks the centenary of his birth. Alongside 40 large sculptural ceramics by Tower, examples of work that influenced and inspired him, including pieces by Picasso, are also featured.
21 September - 24 November, Richard Twose: Experiments with Flying. Free. A successful jewellery designer in the 1990s, Twose moved to a village near Bath in 2000 and began painting. He has since won a clutch of awards including second prize in the BP Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery. His portrait of Ken Loach featured in the 2017 BP Portrait Award and was shown at the Victoria Art Gallery last year. Alongside this selling show, Twose will exhibit more paintings at Beaux Arts, Bath.
Until 15 September, Bernard Ollis: A Tale of Two Cities. Bernard Ollis was born in Bath and spent his formative years here. He completed his Masters in Painting at the Royal College of Art in London where visiting artists and lecturers included David Hockney, Peter Blake and Howard Hodgkin. He travels extensively and has held multiple artist residencies in diverse locations such as Cairo and Antarctica. The works in this show are based on memories and recent visits to the cities of Bath and Paris, where he has a studio and works part of the year.
21 September - 24 November, James Tower: a Centenary Celebration. One of Britain's most important 20th-century studio potters, James Tower was also a highly respected art school lecturer, first at Bath Academy of Art where he set up the pottery studio, then later at Brighton Polytechnic, where he was Head of Sculpture. This exhibition marks the centenary of his birth. Alongside 40 large sculptural ceramics by Tower, examples of work that influenced and inspired him, including pieces by Picasso, are also featured.
21 September - 24 November, Richard Twose: Experiments with Flying. Free. A successful jewellery designer in the 1990s, Twose moved to a village near Bath in 2000 and began painting. He has since won a clutch of awards including second prize in the BP Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery. His portrait of Ken Loach featured in the 2017 BP Portrait Award and was shown at the Victoria Art Gallery last year. Alongside this selling show, Twose will exhibit more paintings at Beaux Arts, Bath.
Twelve Month Exhibition Pass available with unlimited visits in 12 months for £12.50, would make an ideal gift - 01225 477233.
Lunchtime Exhibition Tours: Every Thursday, 18 July to 5 September, 12.30pm-1pm. Free to Discovery Card holders.
Art on Mondays: Free talks for the partially sighted, 10am-11.30am.
Art Store Tours: Wednesdays 10 July, 14 August, 11 September, 16 October, 13 November, 11 December, 12pm-12.45pm. Explore the wonderful paintings, drawings and sculpture in the permanent collection housed and cared for in our art stores. Free, booking essential. 01225 477233.
Collection Highlight Tours: Wednesdays 3 July, 7 August, 4 September, 2 October, 6 November, 4 December, 1pm-1.45pm. Discover the stories behind our principal treasures with Dr Chris Davies. Free, no booking required, but check website beforehand.
Family Events: Free drop-ins (no need to book), all children to be accompanied by an adult. Activities suitable for ages 3+. Fri 2 August, Stamp a Story, 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Investigate one of the most popular paintings in the Gallery, The Watersplash, and create a story by taking a goose for a walk. What happens on the way? Use stamps and special papers. Check website.
DINING:
ABBEY HOTEL, North Parade, Bath - 10% off a la carte dining in Koffmann & Mr White's and 10% discount in ArtBar. Discount for cardholder only. A valid Discovery Card must be presented on the day. www.abbeyhotelbath.co.uk
ABSURD BIRD, St Lawrence Street, SouthGate, Bath - 10% off food, Sunday-Thursday. Taking its inspiration from the deep American South, expect quirky dishes and delicious flavours, with a vibrant atmosphere. Make sure to pop in for a drink and sample their Absurd Moonshine or a tasty signature cocktail. www.absurdbird.com
ALL BAR ONE, High Street, Bath - Complimentary bottle of Prosecco when spending £35 or more on food, Sunday - Friday. Available to over 18s only. Subject to availability of stock. Licensing restrictions apply. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other voucher or discount. Bottomless Brunch, every Sunday from 10am-4pm. Includes a brunch item from a select menu and bottomless Prosecco, Mimosa or Bloody Mary for 2 hours for £25 per person. Please show your card when ordering. See website
ASSEMBLY ROOMS CAFE, Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QH - 10% off refreshments - 01225 444477. Check for opening times as sometimes closed for private functions. www.searcys.co.uk
BATH PIZZA COMPANY, Green Park Station, Bath, BA1 1JB - Conceived through the idea of bringing the Bath Farmer's Market produce together on one plate, to inspire and create freshly made wood fired pizza from the 2018 European Pizza Chef of the Year finalists. 15% off food bill (drinks excluded). Not available in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. www.bathpizzaco.com
BATH PRIORY HOTEL, Weston Road, Bath, BA1 2XT. 10% off regular lunch and dinner menus (drinks excl) and 10% off full Afternoon Tea, valid Monday-Friday (not Bank Holidays). www.thebathpriory.co.uk
B-BAKERY, Pulteney Bridge: 10% off Afternoon Tea; 10% off private hire of B-Bakery from 6pm onwards - fully licensed and an ideal spot for birthdays, hen parties, Christmas Party, Receptions.... www.bath.b-bakery.com
BISTROT PIERRE, 4 Princes Buildings, George Street, Bath, BA1 2ED - Authentic French bistrot food, combining great value French provincial cooking with a relaxed and charming atmosphere. Exclusively for Discovery Card holders, enjoy a free carafe of their iconic house wine when two people each buy two courses from the evening menu. Dishes include homemade chicken liver parfait, crispy calamari and bistrot classics such as slow-cooked boeuf bourguignon, steak frites and their famous creme brulee as well as a range of lighter fish dishes and salads, freshly cooked every day. Please show your Discovery Card. 01225 321840. See website.
COMPTOIR LIBANAIS, SouthGate - Lebanese canteen specialising in fresh and affordable Middle Eastern dishes. Free bottle of house white or red wine with every two main meals (excluding wraps) from Sunday to Friday from 6pm. Please show a valid Discovery Card to redeem this offer. Not available with any other promotion. Takeaway available. 01225 800894. See website.
GREEN PARK BRASSERIE, Green Park Station. Live jazz, soul, funk and swing music four nights a week. Enjoy 10% off the Brasserie's main Evening Menu (food only) including award winning local steaks and Sunday Roast Lunch. Advance bookings only (excludes Saturdays), must mention Discovery Card. Not available in conjunction with any other deals or promotions. 10% off (evening menu only), Tuesday-Friday nights. www.greenparkbrasserie.com 01225 338565
HOMEWOOD, Freshford, BA2 7TB. 15% off when dining, includes lunch, afternoon tea and dinner - available every day, subject to availability. Applies to cardholder and one guesst. www.homewoodbath.co.uk
JANE AUSTEN CENTRE , 40 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT – 10% off purchases in the Regency Tea Room. Until 29 October: open daily 9.45am-5.30pm; July & Aug: 9.30am-6pm; Nov-Mar: Sun-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 9.45am-5.30pm. Last entry to the Tea Room 1hr before closing time. Gift Shop remains open until the Centre closes. Closed 25 & 26 December & 1 January. 01225 443000 www.janeausten.co.uk.
NEWTON FARM FOODS: 10% discount on full afternoon tea for two. Mon-Fri, from 2.30pm. www.newtonfarmfoods.co.uk
NO 15 GREAT PULTENEY, Great Pulteney Street. 15% off lunch, Afternoon Tea and Dinner, as well as Sunday brunch - available every day, subject to availability. Applies to cardholder and one guest. www.no15greatpulteney.co.uk, 01225 807015.
PUMP ROOM RESTAURANT – 10% off refreshments throughout the day – Searcys, 01225 444477. From noon onwards. www.searcys.co.uk
ROMAN BATHS KITCHEN, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, BA1 1LY - 10% off refreshments. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. 10% off a Cocktail Masterclass with a valid Discovery Card. Offer valid for bookings between Monday-Thursday only. Choose from our range of specialist courses where you will be guided by our master bartender in the creation of 3 classic RBK cocktails, all set in your own private room. Masterclass £26 per person. Cocktails and Cupcakes: £34 per person. Cocktails & Canapes: £36 per person. Offer valid for bookings between July-October only. Deposit required to secure the booking. Available for groups of 10 or more only. Subject to availability. To book please contact Reservations on 01225 477877 or email rbk@searcys.co.uk. www.searcys.co.uk. www.romanbathkitchen.co.uk
ROYAL HOTEL, Manvers Street, Bath, BA1 1JP - 10% discount on a la carte menu in Brasserie Brunel, lunchtime from 12pm. www.royalhotelbath.co.uk
SAN FRANCISCO FUDGE FACTORY, 6 Church Street, Abbey Green, Bath, BA1 1NL. 10% off any purchase with your Discovery Card. Not valid during November and December. 01225 425714 www.sanfranciscofudge.co.uk.
THE ITALIAN FOOD HALL, 8 Edgar Buildings, George Street, Bath, BA1 2EE - 10% off any purchase. An authentic Italian food store selling the very best regional products as well as offering takeaway paninis, pastries and coffee. From fresh cheeses, cured meats, delicious pasta sauces and pasta to speciality chocolate and wonderful hand selected wines and liqueuers. Gluten-free and vegan choices also available. www.theitalianfoodhall.com
OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES:
AVON VALLEY ADVENTURE & WILDLIFE PARK, Keynsham (just off the A4). 10% off admission only when you show your Discovery Card. Great for all ages, offering a mix of play and animal interaction, with activities throughout the day. Free car parking. Cafe. Open November-Easter Tues-Sun, April-October open daily 10am-6pm. Come and see Gromit! Riverside Trail with over a mile of beautiful countryside to explore along the River Avon and see red and fallow deer in their natural environment. Watch the falconry team fly birds of prey. www.avonvalley.co.uk
AVON VALLEY RAILWAY, Bath Road, Bitton, BS30 6HD – 2 for 1 (lowest price goes free). Valid on standard operating days with Timetables A, B & D only. Not valid on dining or Santa trains. Check website for further details. Free train rides for children in fancy dress. 0117 932 5538. www.avonvalleyrailway.org
BATH BALLOONS – Weekend Classic voucher flight for a midweek afternoon/evening price. Please mention the Discovery Card at time of booking (phone only). check www.bathballoons.co.uk/flight_options, T&Cs on website. 01225 466888 - www.bathballoons.co.uk.
BATH BOATING STATION, Forester Road, Bathwick, BA2 6QE - £1 off the price of an adult rowing, punting and canoeing; £2 off the price of an adult on Pulteney Cruisers motor boats. Open Easter until the end of September. 01225 312900. www.bathboating.co.uk
BATH CITY SIGHTSEEING (open top bus tour) – adult cardholders pay child rate. www.bathbuscompany.com
BATHCYCLETOURS.COM & WILDSWIMBIKERUN.COM. 10% discount on guided cycle tours in Bath and surrounding countryside and weekend breaks including guided city and canal tours, bikepacking and road cycling weekends. www.wildswimbikerun.com
BATH RACECOURSE, Lansdown, Bath, BA1 9BU - £2 off entrance tickets to the Grandstand enclosure only. Racedays on Wednesday 24 July - first race 2pm, 7 races. www.bath-racecourse.co.uk
BIKE HIRE AT GREEN PARK BIKE STATION: Wide range of adult and children's bikes. Book in advance by telephone or email, or just "turn up and ride". Backpack included in price containing cycle map, helmet, lock, spare inner tube, tyre levers, pump and spanner. All bikes are new each year in a wide range. Discovery Card holders get 10% off the rental price, day hire only. 01225 920148. www.greenparkbikestation.info
CARTER'S STEAM FAIR - 3-18 August, Royal Victoria Park. Get an extra free ride when you buy a family ride token bundle of £20 or more, any day of the week including the weekend. To redeem - simply show your Discovery Card at the main ticket booth when you buy a ride token bundle of £20 or more on the day. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Our rides take ride tokens which are 50p each and rides are 4, 5 or 6 tokens depending on whether they are small junior sized rides or big thrill rides. The extra free ride pass could be used on any ride of your choice. Sat 3 August, Vintage Vehicle Road Fun, leaving Royal Victoria Park at 10am. Check out Carters Facebook page for a route map. Sun 4 August, Fairground Art & Heritage Tour. Get up and close to the rides and learn about their history. Showman Joby Carter will lead a tour an hour before opening. Book your place here. Tickets £5 per person to be donated to charity (Alexander Devine Children's Hospice, www.alexanderdevine.org. www.carterssteamfair.co.uk
PULTENEY PRINCESS - £2 off adult return fare. Scheduled boat trips to Bathampton Mill. 1 hour round trip, just turn up at Pulteney Weir. See website for departure times. 07791 910650.
PULTENEY PRINCESS - £2 off adult return fare. Scheduled boat trips to Bathampton Mill. 1 hour round trip, just turn up at Pulteney Weir. See website for departure times. 07791 910650.
STONEBURY LEARNING OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES - Send your kids on a forest adventure this Summer holiday. Forest School is a weekly outdoor activity for families, giving children the chance to explore and learn about their natural environment in secluded woodland on the outskirts of Bristol (near Warmley). Practice fire lighting, play on the woodland obstacles, do crafts with natural objects, cook on the campfire, build dens, play games, explore the woods and make new friends! Discovery Card holders are entitled to 25% off school holiday club fees - clubs run Spring, Summer and half term holidays. Also valid for Summer Holidays full and half day camps. Mention your Discovery Card when emailing. info@stoneburylearning.co.uk
WEST OF ENGLAND FALCONRY: Learn how to handle and fly falcons, hawks and owls on the beautiful Newton Park Estate. 20% off. Gift vouchers available. www.westofenglandfalconry.org.uk
SPORT & LEISURE:
BATH FUNCTION ROOMS, Green Park Station. Parties, Dinner, Corporate Events and Wedding Receptions. Discovery one of Bath's stunning historic event spaces. Flexible layout and catering from Green Park Brasserie and Bath Pizza Co. Enjoy 10% off venue hire with your Discovery Card. www.bathfunctionroom.com 01225 332981
BATH PRIORY HOTEL, Weston Road, Bath, BA1 2XT - 20% off full price treatments at The Bath Priory's Garden Spa (valid Mon-Thurs). Not available with any other offer. Enjoy being pampered in the Garden Spa, find a quiet corner in the Drawing Room or relax by the open fire and of course dine with us enjoying the finest cuisine matched to excellent wines, if you have the time this is the perfect place to unwind. 01225 331922. www.thebathpriory.co.uk
DEMUTHS COOKERY SCHOOL, Terrace Walk – 20% off any day or evening course. Based in the centre of Bath with a modern kitchen and views of Bath Abbey and Parade Gardens, the School is run by one of the UKs leading plant-based chefs Rachel Demuth. Courses include 20 minute suppers, Southern Indian Thali, Thai and Vietnamese, Chinese and Middle Eastern, as well as courses dedicated to bread making, raw, vegan and gluten-free cookery. www.demuths.co.uk
KOMEDIA, 22-23 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EP - 10% off full ticket price to Saturday night comedy show Krater Comedy Club. Three top comics and a compere every Saturday night. Award-winning restaurant. Krater Comedy Club ticket holders also gain FREE ENTRY (without the queue) to Motorcity! Use code "Discovery" at checkout to get 10% off Show Only Krater tickets. Offer does not apply to Krater Christmas Special shows. Subject to availability. Age 18+. Discovery Card must be presented upon entry to the show. See website.
KOMEDIA, 22-23 Westgate Street, Bath, BA1 1EP - 10% off full ticket price to Saturday night comedy show Krater Comedy Club. Three top comics and a compere every Saturday night. Award-winning restaurant. Krater Comedy Club ticket holders also gain FREE ENTRY (without the queue) to Motorcity! Use code "Discovery" at checkout to get 10% off Show Only Krater tickets. Offer does not apply to Krater Christmas Special shows. Subject to availability. Age 18+. Discovery Card must be presented upon entry to the show. See website.
NO. 15 GREAT PULTENEY, Pulteney Street. 15% off Spa treatments at Spa 15, Mon-Thurs. Discovery Card must be presented on the day. All subject to availability. www.no15greatpulteney.co.uk
PARADE GARDENS – free entry – 01225 477744.
THERMAE BATH SPA, Bath Street, Bath, BA1 1SJ – Discovery Card holders can enjoy a significant price reduction in your visit to Thermae Bath Spa. Thermae Welcome, featuring a 2hr spa session with use of towel, robe and slippers, will be reduced for Discovery Card holders from £36 to £27 (Mon-Fri) and from £40 to £30 (Sat and Sun), giving full access to the thermal waters of the indoor Minerva Bath, a new Wellness Suite, the Springs Cafe Restaurant and the open-air rooftop pool with its wonderful views over Bath (children under 16 not permitted). The new Wellness Suite includes Roman and Georgian inspired steam rooms, an infrared sauna, an invigorating ice chamber and a Celestial Relaxing Room. Enjoy also a 50% discount for a 1.5hr spa session in the Cross Bath. Open daily (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day) from 9am until 9.30pm, pools and Wellness Suite close at 9pm. Enjoy the quieter times at the Spa mid-week rather than at weekends. The intimate, stand-alone Cross Bath can be hired out for exclusive use by a small group of family and friends (children under 12 not permitted). Tel: 01225 331234. www.thermaebathspa.com.
UNIVERSITY OF BATH SPORTS TRAINING VILLAGE, TEAM BATH GYM & FITNESS CENTRE, The Avenue, Claverton Down, BA2 7AY. Open to all - newly expanded and features state-of-the-art cardio equipment, free weights and strength machines designed to help you achieve your fitness goals. The facility has more than doubled in size, providing a dedicated spin studio, other space and equipment across three floors. Teambath are offering NO JOINING FEE on all memberships at the Sports Training Village. Gym with exercise classes, 50 metre pool, indoor and outdoor tennis courts. Individually tailored memberships available. Take advantage of a FREE 3-Day Weekend Pass, so that you are able to fully experience our new facilities. Valid over 3 consecutive days (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and includes use of the Gym and fitness Classes. One use per customer. To arrange a trial please contact teambath-memberships@bath.ac.uk (01225 385374). For more information visit www.teambath.com.
SHOPS:
BATH AQUA GLASS 105-107 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BW – 50% off admission – 01225 428146 - www.bathaquaglass.com
BATH COMMUNITY FARM SHOP - 10% discount on all purchases at the Organic Farm Shop, Green Park Station (near Sainsburys). Open Tues-Fri 10.30am-6pm, Sat 8.30am-3pm and Sun 11am-3pm, selling locally-sourced 100% organic produce, picked and packed from The Community Farm, whose acres overlook Chew Valley Lake. Offer applies to Bath Farm Shop, not online. www.thecommunityfarm.co.uk
BATH GIFT CARD: The Bath Gift Card is a Mastercard based gift card which can be used to make purchases from over 200 registered businesses in Bath city centre. View all participating businesses here. It's easy to use and supports local businesses with each purchase. It can be purchased from the Visitor Information Centre, My Small World and online at www.bathgiftcard.com.
SAN FRANCISCO FUDGE FACTORY, 6 Church Street, Abbey Green, Bath, BA1 1NL. 10% off any purchase with your Discovery Card. Not valid during November and December. 01225 425714 www.sanfranciscofudge.co.uk.
THE ITALIAN FOOD HALL, 8 Edgar Buildings, George Street, Bath, BA1 2EE - 10% off any purchase. An authentic Italian food store selling the very best regional products as well as offering takeaway paninis, pastries and coffee. From fresh cheeses, cured meats, delicious pasta sauces and pasta to speciality chocolate and wonderful hand selected wines and liqueuers. Gluten-free and vegan choices also available. www.theitalianfoodhall.com
Bath & North East Somerset Council's Heritage Services also runs a full programme of adult, children’s and family activities throughout the year, culminating in Museums Week during the autumn half-term. In Open Week, dozens of independent organisations join us in providing a programme of heritage-based activities for all ages, most of which are free. Your Resident's Discovery Card will be recognised as proof of residence at events during Open Week. Download the programme on the Welcome page.
