The Cornish Bakery

You'll find yourself drawn to Abbey Churchyard on a weekday morning when the queues are shorter, but honestly, any time is peak time here. This isn't some twee tourist trap—it's where Bath locals genuinely come for their lunch. The counter's lined with golden, buttery pasties that actually taste like they've been made with care rather than cut corners, and the sourdough has that proper tang and crust that makes you understand why people get evangelical about bread. Grab a window seat if you can snag one, order a cornish with proper beef and veg, and watch the Abbey bells and city life unfold outside.