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Galleries & Museums
Victoria Art Gallery,
Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4AT, 01225 477233
email: victoria_enquiries@bathnes.gov.uk
The Victoria Art Gallery is more than just a display space. They offer a broad range of services, both on display and behind the scenes, including stored collections, study facilities, and a lively Friends membership organisation.
Beaux Arts Bath
12-13 York St, Bath, BA1 1NG 01225464850
email: info@beauxartsbath.co.uk
Beaux Arts is the longest established commercial gallery in Bath and is the sister gallery to Beaux Arts in Cork Street, London. Situated near the abbey in a listed Georgian building, the gallery specialises in the work of major twentieth century painters, sculptors and studio ceramicists.
The White Room31 Brock Street, Bath, BA1 2LN, 01225 331500
Email: chris@thewhiteroomgallery.com
Located between The Circus and The Royal Crescent, The White Room Gallery specialises in limited edition prints by some of the biggest names in art.
Edgar ModernBartlett Street (off George Street) Bath BA1 2EE
01225 443746
Edgar Modern promotes work that is original and engaging. Both established and emerging artists are chosen for their ability to express ideas in either a known language or in an experimental way. A select group of artists are supported by Edgar Modern by the presentation of their work in the UK and overseas.
Museum Of East Asian Art12 Bennett Street, Bath, BA1 2QJ 01225 464640
Email: info@meaa.org.uk
Just a few metres off The Circus in central Bath, is one of the most unique art collections in England – The Museum of East Asian Art. Situated in a restored Georgian house, the Museum attracts the interest of students, scholars and tourists, and also has a loyal local following.
This unique museum houses a fine collection of ceramics, jades, bronzes and much more from China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia. The Museum of East Asian Art is the only museum in the UK dedicated solely to arts and cultures of East and Southeast Asia.
Bath Fine Art Gallery35 Gay Street, Bath, BA1 2NT, 01225 461230
email: gallery@bathfineart.com
Whether you are a first time buyer, a serious collector or just curious, they offer buyers an informed and personal service, underpinned by 30 years’ experience in the world of international art. Their simple aim is to offer beautiful and collectable art, at accessible prices, which will excite, challenge and delight.
The Red Rag Bath Art GalleryBrock Street, Bath, BA1 2LN, 01225 332223
The Bath art gallery is part of Red Rag a leading UK Modern Art
Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries, 5 George Street, Bath, BA1 2EJ, 01225 448121, info@rostragallery.co.ukContemporary, informal and inviting, Rostra & Rooksmoor Galleries have a diverse exhibition schedule showcasing all that is new and exciting in the world of limited edition prints, original paintings, unique ceramics, handmade jewellery and greetings cards.
Gallery LeFort5 Margaret’s Buildings, Bath, BA1 2LP Tel: 01225 428347
Email: enquiries@gallerylefortfineart.com
Occupying two spacious floors of gallery space in a splendid Georgian building in Bath, Gallery LeFort is to be found situated in the unique and vibrant pedestrianised street of Margaret’s Buildings, which lies between the world famous Royal Crescent and the Circus; offering over 900 square feet of exhibition space, this charming area has rapidly developed over the last few years into the Art Quarter of Bath.
Art of Bath, Atrium GalleryThe Podium, Bath, BA1 5AL, 01225 443446
The Atrium Gallery, The Podium, Bath, houses an ever growing collection of artworks of many sizes, prices and styles with a wide choice of subject matter, both expected and unusual.
The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB, 01225 388588, holburne@bath.ac.ukWith its beautiful cafe and new shop, a new library and exciting interactive displays the renewed Holburne will offer a rich and rewarding range of delights. They have reopened as a confident and adventurous museum and an exhibition venue of national standing, welcoming and inspiring visitors from Bath and beyond.
Shops & Supplies
F.J Harris and Son, 13 Green Street, Bath, BA1 2JZ, 01225 462116
This shop is full of character and houses a comprehensive range of the highest quality art and design materials, as well as a full range of student materials. All their staff are practising artists and are able to advise on all media.
Minerva Art Supplies12a Trim Street, Bath, BA1 1HB
01225 464054
Minerva Art Supplies sell a wide range of artist materials including brushes, oils and easels.
Framecraft Bath Ltd, 2-3 Green Park Station, Bath.BA1 1JB, 01225 447072, Bath@framecraftonline.com
Framecraft Bath Ltd has flourished from its establishment in 1992, as a sole trader, in the converted railway station at Green Park. They are a family run business that prides itself in providing a friendly and reliable service and aims to provide the highest possible degree of customer satisfaction.
May 272011
The first posting of a stamp, the Penny Black was from Bath in 1840.
The Penny Black was issued by Britain in 1840 and pictured a young Queen Victoria – it had to be cut from the sheet with scissors in order to be used.
The collecting of stamps started almost straight after this.
Edward Stanley Gibbons started as a sole trader selling stamps in 1856 and this was the start of the now famous Stanley Gibbons company.
Worldwide the estimated numbers of stamp collectors is around 200 million.
Bath Stamp & Coin Shop, 12 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4AY, 01225 463073Email: m7swindells@hotmail.com
Bath’s Stamp & Coin Shop sell a collection of coins, stamps, postcards, stamp books and stationery. They also have a selection of pamphlets and books.
Bath Stamp & Coin are always interested in purchasing collections of old coins and tokens, military medals and badges, stamp collections and old letters.
Bath Postal Museum, 27 Northgate Street, Bath, BA1 1AJ, 01225 460333, info@bathpostalmuseum.org“At Bath Postal Museum there is something for everyone. We provide colourful, frequently changing exhibitions, interactive games and quizzes, models and collectables and feature historic ‘talking heads’ video characters. There is also plenty to do for young visitors, who can play the mail computer challenge, try on costumes and play our stunning ‘Potholes and Pitfalls’ board game. All visitors are also provided with the opportunity to perforate their own sheet of stamps and museum shop offers a large range of postcards and gifts. We also stock items for the serious philatelist and would-be collectors.”
May 202011
“Jewellery”, derived from the word Jewel, in turn from the Old 13th century French “Jouel”, is one of the oldest forms of body adornment. 100,000-year-old beads made from Nassarius shells are thought to be the oldest known jewellery. You probably won’t be discovering any of these in Bath, but below are the wonderful jewellery shops in Bath – Several also provide jewellery making tools and workshops.
Nicholas Wylde Goldsmith & Jeweller, 12 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR, 01225 462826Nicholas Wylde is a leading independent jeweller and goldsmith in Bath and Bristol. To the discerning lover of jewellery, the name Nicholas Wylde is synonymous with style and quality.
Mallory Jewellers, 1-5 Bridge Street, Bath, BA2 4AP, 01225 788800Mallory is a family-run business with roots in Bath that goes back four generations. At their long-established Bridge Street showroom, they offer exceptional collections of jewellery, watches and luxury accessories.
Philip James Jewellery, 5 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR, 01225 447722
Philip James has more than 17 years experience in designing and making exclusive jewellery, and has been working as a self-employed jeweller in Bath for over 9 years.
Gold & Platinum Studio, 19 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR, 01225 462300Located in central Bath in a picturesque pedestrianised street, the Gold and Platinum Studio is owned and run by designer goldsmith Michael Parsons and his wife Elizabeth. As a long established business which began trading as The Gold and Silver Studio, Michael and Elizabeth have forged ahead with a range of fine jewellery, much of which has been designed and hand made on the premises.
Nigel Dando, 11 Pulteney Bridge, Bath, BA12 4AY, 01225 464013, info@nigeldando.co.uk
First established in Bath more than 40 years ago. Nigel Dando’s varied stock consists of an eclectic blend of new and pre-owned jewellery together with a large selection of competitively priced silver designer jewellery, recently complimented by the superb Thomas Sabo Collection.
Clive Ranger Ltd, 6/7 Old Bond Street, Bath, BA1 1BW, 01225 444980, bath@cliveranger.co.ukClive Ranger Ltd. are widely recognised as “The Diamond Experience”, in South Wales & the West of England. Our Expertise in manufacturing and design enables us to offer unique innovative jewellery at excellent value to our customers. Our team is trained and qualified to the highest standards in the Jewellery trade to deliver expert advice and impeccable Service.
Goldsmiths, 1 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DA and 19 Union Street, Bath, BA1 1RS, 01225 464721
Goldsmiths is a business with more than 230 years of tradition and experience. Today, Goldsmiths is the largest quality jeweller in the UK with over 130 showrooms in every major town and city from Aberdeen to Torquay, as well as five in Northern Ireland.
Pia Jewellery Bath, 3 Union Street, Bath, BA1 1RP, 01225 789399
The Pia collection celebrates their passion for truly creative styling and craftsmanship from all over the world. Thei designs are timeless classics, often inspired by nature or reflecting a cool modernity. Pia Jewellery is lovingly crafted to the highest standards and yet surprisingly affordable. All safely delivered to your home in beautifully presented boxes.
Ernest Jones, 29 Stall Street, Bath, BA1 1QF, 01225 337194
From modest beginnings in 1949, Ernest Jones has grown from a single store in London’s Oxford Street to the a highly reputable national chain of over 190 jewellery stores – bringing to suburban and provincial locations the quality, range, presentation and high standard of customer service once only available in London’s West End.
Bath Aqua Glass, 1 & 2 Orange Grove, Bath, BA1 1LP, 01225 463436, sales@bathaquaglass.com
Their wonderful glass jewellery is made by the Bath Aqua Glass jewellery artists. This glass jewellery uses, dichrioc glass, blown glass, and fused glass. The glass jewellery made in the stained glass studio is made with dicrohic glass which is a glass developed by NASA it has amazing properties very close to an opal. It was designed for space-ships to reflect heat and light.
H.Samuel, 15 Union Street, Bath, BA1 1RR, 01225 337015
H.Samuel has almost 400 stores nationwide and is part of the Signet Jewelers Ltd, the world’s largest specialist jeweller. Firmly established as the UK’s favourite high street jeweller, H.Samuel brings together an unsurpassed range of quality products at exceptional value.
Jody Cory Goldsmiths, 9 Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LY, 01225 460072
Jody Cory is an established independent Designer Goldsmith and a member of the prestigious National Association of Goldsmiths. With over 23years experience she offers a high quality commission and remodelling service. She has strong creative design ideas and offers help to those who need advise with a free design service
Fabulous Designer Jewellery, 16 Southgate Place, Southgate, Bath, BA1 1AP, 01225 330333, bath@fabulouscollections.co.ukFabulous, the award-winning independent designer jewellery boutique, opened in SouthGate on Saturday October 30th, bringing over 20 leading designers to Bath. With leading international brands like Pandora, Thomas Sabo, Nomination and Swatch, along with top designers such as John Rocha, Lola Rose and Chan Luu, customers visiting SouthGate will be spoilt for choice.
Justice, No 1 Burton Street, Bath, BA1 1BN, 01225 329300, bath@justice.co.uk
Justice are an independent jewellers dedicated to seeking out the best in British contemporary design. Since the opening of their first store in Bath in 1996, Justice has been committed to presenting collections from over 30 talented designers.
Christopher Milton Stevens, CMS Ltd PO Box 4037, Bath, BA1 0EG, 01225 840976, cms@cmsjewellers.com
With the enhanced graphics of state-of-the-art computer techniques, CMS can deliver the perfect customer package and share with you the exciting process of bringing to life unique jewellery designs in a personal concierge style service.
Bijoux Beads, 2 Abbey Street, BA1 1NN, 01225 482024Situated in Bath’s historic quarter close to the Abbey and Pump Rooms and dating back to the 1700′s, Bijoux Beads Bath is a beautiful little shop, quaint on the outside but full of modern beautiful beads and findings on the inside. They also sell locally made and designer jewellery and accessories. “In all our three shops we can teach you how to make your own jewellery.”
Music Venues
Bath Pavilion – North Parade Road, Bath, BA2 4EU, 01225 486902
The Pavilion as a multi-use leisure venue plays host to a large range of events including concerts, exhibitions, dances and corporate, charity and private functions for up to 1,400 people. The Pavilion is a great venue for music concerts and some of the great names that have played on the stage include Led Zepellin, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Adam Faith, the Rolling Stones and Little Richard.
Moles Club – 14 George St Bath, 01225 404445, music@moles.co.ukIn the heart of Bath city centre, Moles is a live venue steeped in music history and also has a fully equipped recording studio with band accommodation . Moles also has a music cafe serving hearty meals as well as real comfort food and will be opening a record shop in 2011.
Komedia Bath, 22-23 Westgate StreetBath, BA1 1EP
0845 293 8480
Bath’s newest and finest music venue brings you the latest bands, hot clubs, classic groups, singer songwriters, folk, electronica, reggae, world and much more.
Discord at Ponana, 8 North Parade, Bath BA2 4AL, 01225 424 952Discord is a full tilt mix of the best Rock, Metal, Punk, Industrial & Alternative anthems from DJ’s itBoy & Davo. In its 9th year Discord has boasted guest DJs such as Frank Carter (Gallows) & Daniel P. Carter (Radio 1). Since it’s birth here in Bath, it has spread to 6 locations across the UK & is going from strength to strength, gaining national praise.
Choirs
City of Bath Bach Choir, mervyn@mervynharris26.plus.com
The City of Bath Bach Choir is a group of about 80 musical people who share a passion for singing beautiful and demanding choral works and songs, from any era, to a high standard. They love a challenge, they’re committed, and they aim to give really great performances, with sensitivity, humour and zest.
Bath Minerva Choir, 30 Fairfield Park Road, Bath BA1 6JW, 01225 420588, jmwmusic@me.comAre one of the leading choirs in the city of Bath, with well over one hundred members. They normally give three concerts a year, often in the beautiful setting of Bath Abbey, and mostly with professional orchestras and soloists. Under the inspiring direction of their conductor, Gavin Carr, they take on some challenging repertoire and set themselves the highest standards of performance – recent concerts have included Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms, and a capella programme of Rachmaninov and Tavener, Vaughan Williams’ Sea Symphony and Beethoven’s Mass in C. – Bath Minerva Choir
Music Studios & Hire
Studio Paranormal, Unit 7, Roseberry Place, Bath, BA2 3DU, 07875723013, info@studioparanormal.com
Studio Paranormal offer outstanding services at an affordable price. “It’s our mission to get the best out of an artist or band, to make sure that they have a great time here, but most of all that they walk away with a product that surpasses their expectations, something that they can be proud of.”
Soundcat PA Hire, The Bell Inn, 103 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BW, 07779966676, Steviehat@hotmail.comSoundCat have provided high quality sound for, Festivals, Concerts, Weddings, Discos, Business meetings, Corporate Events etc. Every Year they provide PA for Glastonbury Festival and WOMAD
Music Shops
Sounds International, 6 Monmouth Place, Bath, Avon BA1 2AT, 01225 335154
Sounds International is a music shop in Bath, Somerset, serving the locality and surrounding areas. They have three teaching studios teaching, Keyboard, piano, electric, acoustic and Bass guitar, drums and violin.
Sharps and Flats of Bath, 3 Orange Grove, Bath, BA1 1LP, 01225 469655, sharpsandflats@btinternet.comSharps and Flats offer a unique shopping experience for Musicians and Music Lovers. Peruse their unique blend of quality music gifts.
Mickleburgh Bath, 1 and 2 Canton Place, London Road, Bath, BA1 6AA, 01225 427961, info@mickleburghbath.co.ukMickleburgh has the finest range of pianos in the Southwest. They have quality instruments to suit all budgets and will be happy to help you find the best one for you.
Music Repairs
Bath Music Repairs, 19a Monmouth Place, Bath, BA1 2AY, 01225 444664
The Workshop at Bath Music Repairs is equipped with all the specialised tools, spares and machinery needed to keep your instrument in tip-top playing order.
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Dance as a hobby is almost like finding a new person inside you. This is a perfect fitness program that one needs to enjoy. Dance as a hobby also instils confidence in you.
Practice certainly makes a person skilled in any field and this holds good for dance too. It is important to dedicate some time for practice as certain steps require practice. Dance is a form of exercise that also is a great feel good factor. Whether you are looking for beginner classes or more advanced classes, Bath has a lot to offer you…
Bath Dance – lucy.howell@theatreroyal.org.ukDance South West is the regional strategic agency for dance. They bring together a network of partners to enable people in the South West to make, watch and take part in Dance.
The Bath DancentreEmail: enquiries@thebathdancentre.co.uk
The Goodyear School of Dancing was founded in 1960, this was later renamed The Bath Dancentre. Classes took place in the Forum, above the Bath City Free Church until 1997 when the owners decided not to renew the lease. Paula and her associates now teach in various locations in and around the Bath area. In addition Paula started as the University of Bath Ballroom and Latin Dance Club’s coach in 1987 and has helped the University team rise steadily up the rankings, they were ranked 5th in the UK in 2008 and again in 2009.
Dance Classes in BathPhone: 07702 474064
E-mail: lizziealeigh@yahoo.co.uk
Run a variety of adult dance classes within easy reach of Bath city centre. The classes are open to people of all ages and abilities and cover themed dance classes, Hip Hop/Street, Street Dance for beginners Ballet and Pilates.
Pole Dancing Bath
Poledancingbath.com has been going since July 2008 providing Pole Dance lessons at various venues in Bath. With regular 6 week courses, FREE taster sessions, monthly pole jams & occasional parties.
Alice, Pole Dancing Bath’s main instructor is totally smitten with pole dancing and really enjoys many hours spent practising on the pole especially with her pole pals. Whatever your background you bring it with you to the pole, ballerinas & gymnasts both make great pole dancers but with very different styles.
Bath Salsa – Tuesdays: Club XL, 90b Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BG, Thursdays: Revolution (upstairs bar), York Buildings, George Street, Bath, BA1 2EB, 01225 335825, info@bathsalsa.co.ukClub XL : 3 Salsa teachers and 3 simultaneous classes at one of the biggest venues for Salsa in the South West, with a spacious wooden floor and air conditioning. Huge choice over what level of class to go to. No need to bring a partner, no need to book, start any week.
Revolution: Ultra smart city centre venue with a wall to wall wooden floor and air conditioning. Complete beginners from 8pm and a very friendly atmosphere. Complete beginners class is with Mark with over 10 years experience of teaching beginners in clear and relaxed way, two left feet not a problem!
Cloud 9 – St John’s Hall, The Park, Keynsham , BS31 2BL, 07913816541
“Cloud9 dance classes are fun and sociable. Modern Jive is very quick and easy to learn and is a great way to meet new people, have fun and keep fit. There is no set course so you can just turn up any week. There is no need to bring a partner and even if you claim to have two left feet, we will have you up and dancing in no time.
At Cloud9, we pride ourselves on our friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Within no time at all, you will have a whole new group of friends and a new skill to enjoy. If you are already a dancer, you will find a new approach to teaching Modern Jive at our class nights. We teach good musicality, technique and style in an easy-to-follow format.”
Have you ever wanted to make your own clothes or even soft furnishings? Do you own a sewing machine that is sitting idle and would like to make use of it again? Well, whether you are a beginner wanting to pick up a new hobby or have been sewing for years, Bath has some wonderful workshops and Haberdashery shops to offer you.
The Makery – 146 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BL – 01225 421175, kate@themakeryonline.co.ukThe Makery is a wonderfully unique place where people can come and learn how to be resourceful and develop their creative skills in sewing and much more.
Husqvarna – 27 Charles Street, Bath, BA1 1HU – 01225 482413, mail@husqvarnastudiobath.co.ukFor all your sewing needs – machines, fabrics or expert help. The Husqvarna studio is your one stop shop. Whether you choose to shop online, by phone or call in personally, you will have an unparalleled range of products, enthusiastic customer services – plus the keenest prices around.
Bath Sewing Machine Services – 76 Walcot Street, Bath, BA1 5BD – 01225 460435.
Bath sewing machine services deal with the repair and maintenance of sewing machines. They also sell a range of haberdashery items.
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