Date spot in Bath
The Dark Horse
Head down the stairs to a low-lit, subterranean cocktail bar under Kingsmead Square, with a short seasonal menu made with local ingredients.
Kingsmead Square, city centre
Address: 7a Kingsmead Square, Bath BA1 2AB- Bar
- Rain-proof ☔
- Mid-price
- Romantic
- Cosy
Why it's a good date: Dark, intimate and made for a long conversation over a good drink. It's seated only, so book, especially at weekends.
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The Olive Tree
Russell Street, upper town
Address: The Queensberry Hotel, Russell Street, Bath BA1 2QF- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- A treat
- Romantic
- Foodie
Book the tasting menu at the Michelin-starred restaurant downstairs at the Queensberry Hotel, a Georgian townhouse on a quiet street in the upper town.
Why it's a good date: The one to save for an anniversary, a short walk from the Circus and the Royal Crescent. Book well ahead.
Bath Christmas Market
Around Bath Abbey, city centre
Address: Abbey Church Yard, Bath BA1 1LY- Event
- Outdoors
- Cheap and cheerful
- Best in Winter, Christmas
- Romantic
Wander the wooden chalets of the Christmas market around the Abbey and the streets nearby, with mulled wine, local makers and plenty to snack on.
Why it's a good date: Bath is made for Christmas, all golden stone and twinkling lights. Weekends get very busy, so go on a weekday evening if you can.
Photo: Neil Owen, CC BY-SA 2.0 (cropped and resized)
Thermae Bath Spa
Hot Bath Street, city centre
Address: Hot Bath Street, Bath BA1 1SJ- Activity
- A treat
- Romantic
- Cosy
Soak in naturally warm spring water in Britain's only natural thermal spa, saving the best for last: the open-air rooftop pool, looking out over the Abbey and the hills.
Why it's a good date: Floating in warm water on a rooftop as the sky goes dark is hard to beat. Go in the evening, and on a cold day if you can: the steam makes it.
Photo: Gareth James, CC BY-SA 2.0 (cropped and resized)
