
23/03/2025
“Oh! Who can be ever tired of Bath?”
Northanger Abbey, Jane Austen
If there is something such as a country city then surely Bath is it. Surrounded by wooded hills and graced by beautiful Bath stone buildings, the River Avon flowing through, it’s a stunning spot.
Alison & I lived in the city for nearly a decade. From day one, we fell in love with the ancient history and magnificent Georgian architecture of Bath as well as the wonderful views of the city and river from the surrounding countryside.
It is an incredibly historic place, founded 2,000 years ago by the Romans—the Roman baths are still a major draw today. Bath’s Georgian architecture is stunning too, reflecting its status as a fashionable and popular spa resort and social centre in the 18th and 19th centuries. The city was a magnet for socialites at the time, attracting the crème de la crème of London society as well as more ‘humble’ figures such as Jane Austen, who made the city her home from 1801 to 1806 (and with it being the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth this year, there will be plenty of Austen-themed events going on in Bath this summer). Add to that the many museums, cafes and restaurants, and it’s a combination that’s hard to beat.
Our Bath & The Avon Valley trip takes you from the heart of the rolling countryside to the heart of Bath. Passing quaint villages, ancient churches, ruined castles and English Civil War sites along the way. And once you have explored the city, it’s time to head out again into the surrounding countryside, along the River Avon Valley, an idyllic, lush and green region with imposing aqueducts and brightly coloured traditional narrow boats bobbing peacefully on the neighbouring canal.
The beautiful city of Bath and its surrounding countryside are a wonder to explore on foot. Our Bath & The Avon Valley Foot Trail does just this, providing the perfect connection between the city and the surrounding countryside. If you’d like to tread in the footsteps of Ms. Austen and other Georgian luminaries this summer, visit our website or send us a message here on Facebook.
David
https://foottrails.co.uk/holidays/bath-the-avon-valley/