Running in Bath
Overview
Bath's architecture, beautiful parks and small city feel make it the perfect spot for you to stretch your legs on a run. Pull on your trainers and head out and about on two feet, a great way to see the best of the city.
Distance: 6 miles/9km
Start/finish: Bathwick Hill, BA2 6JZ
Terrain: Track, trail, grassland, road
Toughness: Moderate
Ascent: 215 metres
Navigation: Easy (waymarked)
Good for: Families, urban escape
Route info: http://wildrunning.net/bath-skyline/
The Bath Skyline is a National Trust-maintained, well-waymarked route through the hilly, green spaces above the Heritage city of Bath. There are outstanding views over the city and surrounding countryside from many places on the route, which also passes an 18th-centuary landscape garden and the impressive frontage of Sham Castle. To access the run, stand on Bathwick Hill with your back to Cleveland Walk, take the path opposite that goes between the houses, through a kissing gate and diagonally across the field. From this point follow the regular waymarkers until emerging from Cleveland Walk, back onto Bathwick Hill.
What makes it special
- Bath Skyline run
- Outstanding city views
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
The Roman Baths
Visit one of the finest thermal spas of the ancient world here in Bath. The bathing complex still flows with natural hot water.
Jane Austen Centre
The exhibition tells the story of Jane Austen's Bath experience and the effect that living here had on her and her writing.
Bath Abbey
Whether you want to join in with a service or just take in the breathtaking architecture, the abbey is a must see!
Bath Thermal Spa
Enjoy a spa experience in Britain's only natural thermal waters as the Celts and Romans did over 2000 years ago.
The Makery
The Makery runs a wide range of hen party activities, from garter making to life drawing, hosted from their beautiful Georgian building in the centre of the city.
The Museum of East Asian Art
One of the most unique art collections in the UK housing ceramics, jades and bronzes from China, Korea and Japan.
Fashion Museum
If you love fashion, you will love this world class collection of contemporary and historical dress.
Sally Lunn's
This world famous tea and eating house, home of the famous bun, is open all day to eat in or take away your treat.
Theatre Royal
Brimming with history, the Theatre Royal is one of the oldest theatres in Britain offering entertainment all year round.
Southgate Shopping Centre
This centre is an exciting extension to the shops in Milsom Street and down the numerous back lanes of Bath.
Walking and Rambling in Bath
Very close to the Avon & Kennet Canal, there is a walking track through National Trust grounds.
At-Bristol
With over 300 hands-on exhibits to explore, live shows and a planetarium, this is one of the most exciting interactive science centres in the country.
Bristol Aquarium
Dive into a breathtaking 3D underwater world and be transported below the ocean's surface to watch some of the planet's fascinating creatures. see the Aquarium website
M Shed
From its tragedies to triumphs to the extraordinary lives of ordinary people, Bristol has incredible stories to tell and you'll find plenty of them here. M Shed is a museum all about Bristol.
Undercover Rock
Learn the thrills and challenges of this exciting sport. Undercover Rock provides everything from indoor taster sessions to major rock climbing adventures.
St Nicholas indoor markets
St Nicholas indoor market is one of the city's best kept secrets. As well as great places to eat, there are loads of independent retailers selling books, clothes, art and music.