Bath walking tour

This scavenger hunt has a difficulty level of MODERATE.

It will take you around 3 hours to complete depending on your walking speed. Multiple teams competing on time usually finish within 2 hours.

Your group’s size should be between 2 and 6 persons. Children are welcome and will enjoy the various challenges.

After purchase, to begin your Bath scavenger hunt, direct yourself to Parade Gardens, Grand Parade, Bath BA2 4DF, UK.

Once there, stand outside log in to this website and begin your hunt. Also, you’ll need a fully charged smartphone connected to the Internet (LTE, or 4G with a data plan, Wifi isn’t available throughout). Instructions will be supplied on-screen or directions and challenges, as well as some historical information.

Ancient History

This area was occupied as early as the Mesolithic period, 8-10,000 years ago.

The Romans occupied the surrounding area and built temples and baths in the early 1st century. Expansion to the initial bath turned it into the full complex still visible today. Indeed, this expansion continued over the next 300 years.

Then, by the 9th century, a new town arises, leaving the old area around the abbey as-is. The coronation of Edgar, King of England occurred in Bath Abbey in 973. In fact, that ceremony became the template for all coronations going forward.

However, by the 15th century, Bath’s Abbey was run down. Indeed, the bishop of the time decided to rebuild it on a smaller scale. It was completed in the 1530s. Still, the baths attracted the aristocracy in the 16th century. And so, they were improved.

Eventually, Queen Elizabeth I granted a Royal charter in 1590, confirming the city’s status. The city grew through the Stuart and Georgian periods.

Modern History

The modern history of Bath isn’t as rosy. The city suffered much damage during the Blitz of World War II. 400 residents were killed and over 19,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed. Reconstruction ensued so that we may now enjoy this beautiful city.