Royal Victoria Park
Royal Victoria Park
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Opened in 1830, Royal Victoria Park is a visual delight with shady tree-lined avenues and towering mature trees encompassing botanical and woodland gardens.
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The_Loup_Garou
Phoenix, AZ165,215 contributions
Sep 2019
A Rainy Stroll in a Lovely Park
In September, we were staying in Bath for a memorial for a dear friend. We started out for a stroll into town, from the Bath Priory Hotel, and set our course through Royal Victoria Park, on the edge of downtown Bath.
Though the morning was gloomy, with rain from time to time, the stroll through Royal Victoria Park was well worth bringing out our umbrellas - in September, it was lovely, with plantings everywhere, and expanses of green lawn.
Because of the weather, and wanting to get to the city center, before the heavier rains came, we just walked pretty much through the center of the park, and did not have the leisure to explore to both sides of Marlbourough Lane, but will next visit.
Even if Royal Victoria Park had not been pretty much on a straight line from our hotel, I would still have deviated, just to stroll this lovely place.
In September, we were staying in Bath for a memorial for a dear friend. We started out for a stroll into town, from the Bath Priory Hotel, and set our course through Royal Victoria Park, on the edge of downtown Bath.
Though the morning was gloomy, with rain from time to time, the stroll through Royal Victoria Park was well worth bringing out our umbrellas - in September, it was lovely, with plantings everywhere, and expanses of green lawn.
Because of the weather, and wanting to get to the city center, before the heavier rains came, we just walked pretty much through the center of the park, and did not have the leisure to explore to both sides of Marlbourough Lane, but will next visit.
Even if Royal Victoria Park had not been pretty much on a straight line from our hotel, I would still have deviated, just to stroll this lovely place.
Written July 20, 2020
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David D
Devon, UK28,103 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Having walked around the Famous Royal Crescent we were making our way back to the City along Malborough Buildings. At the intersection with Royal Avenue there were the grand gates, on both sides of the road, leading the Park
This is a sprawling 57 acre Park and just a short walkable distance from the City. It was opened in 1830 by the 11 year old Princess Victoria, and was named in her honour
We entered via the gate on the right hand side which has the Victoria Obelisk just inside. Keep an eye out for the beautiful gate lodge house near the gate and obelisk
We walked as far as the Childrens play park and Herberts Cafe and then around part of the Lake
As well as a wide variety of flowers, plants shrubs and bushes, lots of trees were around the acres of green space in the Park.There were large stone urns dotted about aswell as statues.
We across to the other section of the Park which is home to the Victorian Bandstand.
We exited the Park via Queens Gate, with the 2 lions statues on either side, on to Royal Avenue.
Was surprised to see that it was possible to drive into the Park and park up along the road.
This is a sprawling 57 acre Park and just a short walkable distance from the City. It was opened in 1830 by the 11 year old Princess Victoria, and was named in her honour
We entered via the gate on the right hand side which has the Victoria Obelisk just inside. Keep an eye out for the beautiful gate lodge house near the gate and obelisk
We walked as far as the Childrens play park and Herberts Cafe and then around part of the Lake
As well as a wide variety of flowers, plants shrubs and bushes, lots of trees were around the acres of green space in the Park.There were large stone urns dotted about aswell as statues.
We across to the other section of the Park which is home to the Victorian Bandstand.
We exited the Park via Queens Gate, with the 2 lions statues on either side, on to Royal Avenue.
Was surprised to see that it was possible to drive into the Park and park up along the road.
Written June 22, 2021
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piyali s
62 contributions
Sep 2019
This is supposed to be a favourite garden off the Pultney Bridge and market that was a favourite ramble of Jane Austen. The garden is marvellously sculpted and maintained. I respect great gardens. They show a lot of effort and imagination have gone on behind the scenes.
Written August 15, 2020
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HINA W
Islamabad, Pakistan7,345 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Queen Victoria visited Bath only once in her lifetime. It was in 1830 when she was only 11 years old. The interesting tale goes like this while she was here one of the snobbish denizens, of this fashion-conscious town, commented on her thick ankles. This crude comment traveled back to her ears, so she never returned here as her vanity was deeply stuck. Her sole visit to Bath was to inaugurate the Royal Victorian Park, which is a 15 acre of immaculately maintained space for public use. I loved the elegant structures in it. It has several statues, an obelisk and the botanical garden in it. It faces the elegant Royal Crescent. I could not stop envying the residents of the posh townhouses, because they have such a magnificent view of this park.
Written July 16, 2023
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Chelsea D
Somerset, UK51 contributions
Sep 2021 • Family
We were looking for somewhere new to go for a family day out and had seen this park mentioned on Facebook.
The park itself its huge with plenty of choice for children, the park is well maintained and clean. When visiting their was a steam fair and bouncy castles which really added to the day.
The cafe in the main park was excellent with really reasonably price food and drinks.
The gardens, lakes and views were incredible. Its such a lovely place to wander around and there is always something to see. Parking was also really cheap.
The park itself its huge with plenty of choice for children, the park is well maintained and clean. When visiting their was a steam fair and bouncy castles which really added to the day.
The cafe in the main park was excellent with really reasonably price food and drinks.
The gardens, lakes and views were incredible. Its such a lovely place to wander around and there is always something to see. Parking was also really cheap.
Written October 16, 2021
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joeysel
Leeds, UK518 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
The glorious weather was a bonus but even without that the park is amazing.
Tremendous trees and flowers to walk through and an amazing park for the kids.
The covid restrictions were well thought through and we felt safe and comfortable as the kids played.
Tremendous trees and flowers to walk through and an amazing park for the kids.
The covid restrictions were well thought through and we felt safe and comfortable as the kids played.
Written August 8, 2020
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crystalcatLondon
London, UK150 contributions
Feb 2020
This is a large park with ponds and views down to the centre. Popular with children because of the ponds and also for the large playground at the southern end. There is parking with a paid permit. We walked through the park and then crossed the main road to the south to reach the walkway along the River Avon to make our way back towards the centre. We emerged after a very easy walk at Green Park station, which now houses collectibles.
Written February 22, 2020
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CrystalFromMaine
Hope, ME78 contributions
Feb 2020
This was a pretty park, even in February. We saw it as part of our walking tour. Our guide told us all about the history of the park and the reason why Queen Victoria refused to return to Bath after visiting it.
Written March 2, 2020
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dena f
California302 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
The park grounds are well kept and there was good signage to help navigate the area. The Pub in the Park sounded like a good time but with three kids, we were headed to the playground! Amazing slides, zip lines, plenty to climb on and sand. On this day there was even a bounce house and carousel to tempt the children to beg you to pull out your wallet. There’s a cafe here and toilets that cost 20p to enter. The toilets were recently cleaned when we went and they were complete with changing table...don’t forget to push the “lock” button once inside though!
Written June 22, 2021
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Joe
Bangkok, Thailand4,985 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
Fantastic example of a Victorian Era park. This has a sense of prestige and age about it. Huge expanses of green are perfect for picnics or kids playing, lots of oaths to walk dogs or go rambling, a wide variety of trees which change colour wuth the seasons. Even a lake with ducks and geese serenely swimming.
Check out the botanical gardens too for some unusual plants that you wouldn't usually see in the UK. It's a great place to sit and think.
It's just outside the main walking street and it's nearby Royal Cresent and Circus which are other popular spots
Victoria Park is a lesser visited spot but well worth your time.
Check out the botanical gardens too for some unusual plants that you wouldn't usually see in the UK. It's a great place to sit and think.
It's just outside the main walking street and it's nearby Royal Cresent and Circus which are other popular spots
Victoria Park is a lesser visited spot but well worth your time.
Written October 10, 2022
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Can you put a gazebo up in the park if having a picnic?
Written August 14, 2020
Hi, I’m afraid not, you can put up a gazebo but if having a picnic you will need to sit away from the gazebo. Hope this helps
Written February 3, 2023
Hello, does anyone know if there is plenty of disabled parking at the park at a weekend .And if so do we need a particular entrance.
Many Thanks for your help
Written July 6, 2020
Does the cafe do light lunches suitable for young children & adults
Written November 2, 2018
Yes the cafe does. Not an amazing choice but good food.
Written November 19, 2018
You can actually park in the park! first hour is free.
Written May 22, 2018
We are visitng Somerset at Easter and would like to bring our 2 children to the park. We would probably park at one of the park and rides... do any of them go past the park and can you get on and off there? Or would we need to go into Bath and then get another bus out again to get to the park? Thanks
Written February 13, 2018
You could park in the Lansdown park and ride and tell the driver you’d like to go to Victoria Park. They’ll probably drop you off on Milsom Street then it’s just a 10 minute walk (beautiful one past the royal crescent) to the park. Enjoy!
Written February 16, 2018
Can you take dogs into the park ?
Written August 3, 2017
Please be aware that there are NO signs on the several entrances to the play park saying dogs are not permitted. This needs to change as being visitors to the area it was not made clear where dogs were allowed and not allowed. The 3 possible gates we could have used had no information about dogs just a no smoking policy. We had a very “helpful” lady point out to us that dogs were not allowed in the park even with a lead on and sitting quietly in the corner while our children played, She also helpfully pointed out that she would hate for for her grandchildren to roll in poo! Firstly if my dog pooped I would clean up as I am a responsible dog owner and secondly I would be slightly worried if my children ever rolled in poo...strange!! Please make sure the signage is clear park owners.
Written April 13, 2018
we are visiting Bath and would like to see the Victoria Park. is there a bus going there? how much of a walk uphill is I
thanks
Written June 30, 2017
we are visiting Bath and would like to see the Victoria Park. is there a bus going there? how much of a walk uphill is I
thanks
Written June 30, 2017
We were lucky enough to stay just steps from the park. so very easy walk. Not sure about the buses, , we were with a tour, so we used their transportation, But Bath has a pretty easy to walk layout. It is a Truly interesting and Botanically beautiful place, I cant wait to visit again!
Written July 21, 2017
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