Our new learning programme brings to life over 1000 years of dramatic history.
Discover the wonder of our Living Church and its rich heritage. Stories of Saxons, Normans, Tudors, Georgians and more can be experienced here.
Guided tours
Guided talks inside the Abbey by the Learning team, focusing on key highlights of its fascinating history. Duration: 30 minutes, 45 minutes or 1 hour. They can be tailored to your needs with a month's notice.
'Highlights of Bath Abbey' self-led trail sheet available at extra cost of 50p per student (approx. 30 minute duration).
- The Living Church – what happens in this Christian place of worship
- Bath Abbey through the Ages – over 1000 years of fascinating history
- Bath Abbey’s monuments and Colonialism – connections with transatlantic slave trade
- The Abbey in Georgian times – the heart of a rich, fashionable city
- Art and Architecture – what makes the Abbey such a beautiful place
Suitable for KS3 and 4
£4 per student, adults free
Self-guided visits
You are welcome to bring up to 35 students at any time into the Abbey for a self-guided visit. Your visit must be booked in advance by contacting the Learning Manager: pandrews@bathabbey.org or 01225 303319.
A teacher guide and risk assessment will be sent to you after confirmation. Please bring enough adults for a 1:10 ratio.
You can pay on arrival at the Welcome Desk or by invoice after your visit. Please confirm at the time of booking.
Access to the Discovery Centre is for a maximum of 10 students at a time.
£3.50 per student, adults free.
A trail sheet pointing out the highlights of the Abbey is available for an extra £0.50 per student. Please request this option in advance.
Workshops including Guided Tour
Subjects:
- Bath Abbey through the Ages - over 1000 years of fascinating history
- Art & Architecture - a stunning blend of Tudor, Georgian & Victorian design elements
- Bath Abbey and the transatlantic slave trade - exploring memorials with a connection to Britain's colonies
Duration: 45 minutes or 1 hour
Including:
- Guided tour by member of the Learning team
- Exciting art and craft activities
- Accompanying Loans box to hire for some workshops
- Supporting videos, bringing to life the Abbey’s highlights
Suitable for KS3 and 4
Maximum 35 students
£5 per student, adults free
Tower tours
A memorable 45 minute – 1 hour tour of the Abbey’s Tower, climbing its 212 steps to explore the ringing chamber and see stunning views of the City.
Health and Safety:
- Children under 7 are no allowed on the tour. There must be one adult per six primary students and one per eight secondary students.
- The stairwell is moderately difficult to access in parts. The tour may not be suitable for students who experience mobility issues, claustrophobia or vertigo. Please contact us for further information.
- Sensible footwear and clothing must be worn.
£133 per class, maximum 25 students including 2 adults.
Teacher Feedback
"Thank you so much for the brilliant workshop pupils attended last week. We thought it was very well pitched and the pupils really enjoyed it and learnt a lot."
Post 16 Teacher, Special school, 'Christmas at the Abbey; tour and workshop, December 2024
"Thank you so much for the tour, the students thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff too I think!"
Teacher, Special school, 'Highlights of Bath Abbey' tour, December 2024
Virtual learning
A 45 - 60 minute Zoom lesson led by the Abbey’s Learning Officer
Subjects:
- The Living Church – what happens in this Christian place of worship
- Bath Abbey through the Ages – over 1000 years of fascinating history
- The Georgian Abbey – who are the famous and fascinating 18th century people on its memorials
- Art and Architecture - a close look at stone carvings, stained glass and fan-vaulting
Accompanying Loans box to hire for some workshops
£60 per whole-class lesson
Suitable for KS3 and 4
