Where to Go This Bank Holiday in Bath
There are 13 beer gardens and outdoor spots in Bath worth visiting on a bank holiday. Turtle Bay Bath brings Caribbean vibes and strong cocktails, while The King of Wessex offers proper ales in a relaxed setting. Zizzi's terrace is reliable for groups wanting something straightforward. Most have decent shelter, so you're covered if the weather turns.
££1Turtle Bay Bath
📍 11 Bridge St, Bath BA2 4AS, UK
£2The King of Wessex
📍 5-10 James St W, Bath BA1 2BX, UK
££3Zizzi - Bath
📍 Retail 3, 8 Saw Cl, Bath BA1 1EY, UK
££Hall & Woodhouse Bath
📍 1 Old King St, Bath BA1 2JW, UK
££Las Iguanas - Bath
📍 12 Seven Dials, Bath BA1 1EN, UK
££Slug & Lettuce - Bath
📍 5-6, Edgar Buildings, George St, Bath BA1 2EE, UK
££Opa Bath
📍 Basement, 14 N Parade, Avon, Bath BA2 4AJ, UK
££Miller & Carter Bath
📍 23 Milsom St, Bath BA1 1DE, UK
£Lamb & Lion
📍 15 Lower Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1QU, UK
££Cosy Club
📍 Unit R4, Southgate Pl, Bath BA1 1AP, UK
£McDonald's
📍 Weston Lock Retail Park, Lower Bristol Rd, Twerton, Bath BA2 1EP, UK
££Browns Bath
📍 Old Police Station, Somerset, Orange Grove, Bath BA1 1LP, UK
££All Bar One Bath
📍 11-12 High St, Bath BA1 5AQ, UK
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Frequently asked
Are these spots actually open on the bank holiday?
Most pubs and bars in Bath run normal hours over the bank holiday, but a handful trim Monday opening — worth a quick check on the venue page or the website before you head out, especially for Sunday-into-Monday plans.
What if it rains?
Every venue here has either a beer garden or proper outdoor seating, but most also have a solid indoor section to retreat to. The terraces and courtyards generally do better in light drizzle than open beer gardens.
Can I book ahead for a bank holiday weekend?
Absolutely worth it for the larger spots — beer gardens fill up by mid-afternoon on a sunny bank holiday. Most venues take bookings via their website (linked on each venue page).