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Bath & Bristol

Prior Park Landscape Garden

Beautiful and intimate 18th-century landscape garden in Bath with one of only four Palladian bridges found in the world

Ralph Allen Drive, Bath, Somerset, BA2 5AH

A view over the Pasture towards the Palladian Bridge at Prior Park, view of Bath city in the background

Important notice

Due to a technical error, this weekend the Tea Cabin is cash only. If you need to pay for entry by card, please use the main entrance.

Planning your visit

Path near the water at Prior Park in Bath, with overhanging branches covered in autumn leaves.

Events at Prior Park 

View all our upcoming events.

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Plan your walk around Prior Park 

The map details the areas of the garden and the paths you can take whilst walking round. Please note the Tea Cabin is now by the lower entrance.

A dog stopped on the path by the Serpentine Lake, owners bending over to their bags
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Visiting Prior Park with your dog 

Take a stroll around Prior Park Landscape Garden which is a one pawprint rated place. Discover spectacular views of the city of Bath and cross the Palladian Bridge to catch your reflection in the lakes. Find out more to help you enjoy your visit.

A wintery scene at Prior Park with frosty grass and sun low shining behind the Palladian Bridge
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Christmas at Prior Park 

The new 12 Days of Christmas trail will be coming to the garden for 2024, with magical interpretations of this family-favourite carol. Explore the garden and watch it come to life, with fun activities to discover.

Venue hire

A couple on the bridge at Prior Park with dried flowers behind them.

Photography and proposals

There are some great pictures to be had in the garden and the iconic Palladian Bridge is a popular destination for proposal and wedding photoshoots. Photoshoots must be booked in advance and all commercial photographers must hold a Prior Park licence to take pictures in the garden. Prior Park isn’t licensed for ceremonies. By booking your photoshoot at Prior Park you’re helping us to look after this special place for future generations. For more information, please send us an email.

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