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Bath is best know for its baths and Georgian streets such as The Circus and The Royal Crescent. There is much more to the pretty West Country city than that though. Head out of the city to discover the pretty honey-coloured village of Castle Combe, or in the city wander through Royal Victoria Park's beautiful Botanical Garden. When it comes to eating, there are so many places to choose from. Avoid the crowds by heading to The Raven with its pies and real ales, Seafoods Fish 'n' Chips for classic British fare, Le Parisien for a quality lunch, or Yum Yum Thai for fresh and reasonable grub.
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Castle Combe
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- +44 8704 44 6442 (Tourist information)
Location:
- Off the M4
- On the Southern edge of Cotswolds
- Bath,WiltshireBA1 1EE
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Voted the Prettiest Village in England, Castle Combe is tucked away in a valley. Not surprisingly the village is a favorite location for filmmakers, the most famous film being Doctor Dolittle. The impressive Dower House served as Dr Dolittle's house in the film. Every turn in the road shows a new and delightful vista, from the 14th century market, cross on down the street of centuries-old honey-colored stone houses (listed as ancient monuments!) to the little hump-backed bridge over the sparkling by brook. The village was once a center for cloth weaving, and by the bridge are weavers' cottages and the Weavers House, where it is said lived the Blanket brothers, who gave a new word to the language when they created a new type of warm bed covering.
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Seafoods Fish 'n' Chips
Contact:
- +44 1225 46 5190
Location:
- Kingsmead Square
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Twenty years strong in the Fish 'n' Chips business, this is fast food dining at its best. Standard meal served with thick cut fresh chips is a reasonable £3.95 and children's selections are available at £2.50. Seafoods specialises in a variety of fish, serving haddock, lemon sole, scampi, jumbo cod, plaice and home-made fish cakes. But you can also get chicken portions, steak pies, burgers and a great selection of sweets. Better still, the restaurant is licensed and serves beer and wine; nothing quite brings out the flavour of cod and chips like a chilled Chardonnay(!) Decorated with friendly blue and white over the checked floor, the main dining area overlooks Kingsmead Square. You can get everything for takeaway, but massive seating areas (50 downstairs alone) make it possible to bring your whole crew along.
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Botanical Gardens at Victoria Park
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- +44 8704 44 6442
Location:
- North side of Victoria Park
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The Botanical Gardens can be found on the north side of Victoria Park. The gardens were formed in 1887 and house a huge array of plants over nine acres of land. The gardens include what is believed to be the largest collection of plants on limestone in the West Country, a scented walk, old shrub roses and a fine herbaceous border, along with many unusual examples of trees and shrubs. Within the garden a replica of a Roman Temple can also be found. This was originally part of the city's exhibit at the British Empire Exhibition at Wembley in 1924.
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The Raven of Bath
Contact:
- +44 1225 42 5045
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Location:
- 6-7 Queen St
- Bath,GBBA1 1HE
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Located in the center of Bath, this popular family-owned pub has two separate bars. It serves Bellringer from Abbey Ales, and also has five pumps which feature a changing selection. Some of its ales include: Blindmans Brewery's Icarus, Shepherd Neame's Spitfire, and Badger's Tanglefoot. The Raven also specializes in pies. If you want to eat, drink, and be merry, this is the place for you.
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Yum Yum Thai
Contact:
- +44 1225 44 5253
Location:
- 17 Kingsmead Square
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A truly bright, enlightened spot in Kingsmead Square, Yum Yum Thai is fully licensed and serves food throughout the day. Here, you can pick up lunch at less than a fiver. Do try the green Thai curry, it's the best in the city. The full a la carte menu is available from 6pm and includes a plethora of vegetarian options. Home-made desserts follow, then top it all off with espresso based coffees, Italian liqueurs, and plenty of juices and teas (including a very nice jasmine blend). Food is available until 11pm, but the place is licensed until 2am. Separate non-smoking rooms are available as well as outdoor seating (weather permitting), and large groups are welcome.
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Le Parisien and Rene Café
Contact:
- +44 1225 44 7147
Location:
- 1 & 2 Shires Yard
- Milsom Street
- Bath,North East SomersetBA1 1BZ
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These French style cafes' best feature is the outdoor courtyard on the lower level of Shires Yard - it's protected from the wind, open air, and umbrellas guard against the occasional shower. Several breakfast options all come with OJ and tea or coffee at a very reasonable price. Lunch fares include a many filled baguettes, jacket potatoes, salads, soup, pizza, chicken kiev, lasagne, and the tempting Aubergine Parmigiana. A range of daily specials are available to suit your budget. Enjoy the French music, order a latte and sit back and relax. Or, if you are after a bite to take-away, just pop into their takeaway shop at the entrance to Shires Yard off of Milsom Street.
- Destination(s): Bath
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