From the Romans to the Regency era, Bath is bathed in history. But what filmmakers (and we) love so much about it is that it still feels fresh from the past. In recent years, it’s been used for filming locations in the Oscar-winning Les Misérables (2012), The Duchess (2008) starring Keira Knightley and Sherlock’s Christmas special The Abominable Bride (2016). And probably most notably, Bridgerton (2020-).
Bath is the perfect stand-in for Regency-era London because it still sort of (if you ignore SouthGate and the crowds of tourists) looks like the early 1800s. While the team behind the Netflix drama have utilised many locations throughout Britain – from Blenheim Palace to Hampton Court – it’s Bath they keep returning to.
You’ll easily spot it straight away on your TVs thanks to the city’s iconic, light-yellow limestone buildings. In fact, the opening scenes of the very first episode of Bridgerton are all in Bath, including Alfred Street, the Royal Crescent and Bath Street. But here’s all the Bridgerton filming locations in Bath you can easily visit.
1. No. I Royal Crescent
It’s had some CGI wizardry – inserted into a Georgian-era Grosvenor Square in London – but the exterior of No.1 Royal Crescent is the home of the Featherington family. Inside you’ll find a museum decorated and furnished to look like the late 1700s. If you want a taste of what life really was like in this era, No. I Royal Crescent is a must-visit for all Bridgerton fans.
1 Royal Cres, Bath BA1 2LR
2. The Royal Crescent
The Royal Crescent pops up many shots in Bridgerton. Most notably in Season 1, Episode 4, where it was the backdrop to a thrilling horseback ride. The crew returned to film here for Season 3 – so keep your eyes peeled.
The Royal Cresent, 16 Royal Cres, Bath BA1 2LS
3. Bath Assembly Rooms
None other than the queen of the Regency era, Jane Austen herself, attended balls at Bath’s historic Assembly Rooms. It was the place to be seen during the Georgian period. So of course it shows up in Bridgerton too. Its grand backdrop is ideal for a ballroom scene or two – most notably Lady Danbury’s ball in the very first episode.
You can currently only visit the Assembly Rooms on a guided tour – where you’ll be taken through the Ball Room, Great Octagon, Tea Room and Card Room. Having recently returned to the hands of the National Trust, a new Georgian experience is currently under development and due to open in 2026.
Bath Assembly Rooms, Bennett St, Bath BA1 2QH
4. Guildhall
Another of Bath’s 17th-century buildings that lands an aura of authenticity to Bridgerton, Guildhall was often used for social gatherings, concerts and plays. The beautifully decorated Banqueting Room – with ornate gilding, historic paintings, and high ceilings – is another location often used for ball scenes, such as the Rambury ball. You can, ever so often, still attend real-life balls here to this day too, if you’d like a taste of the high life. Keep your eyes out.
Guildhall, High St, Bath BA1 5AW
5. Abbey Green
The Abbey Deli was used as the Modiste dress shop during the first two seasons – where our favourite characters have their clothes fitted – while another part of Abbey Green stood in for London’s Covent Garden. Watch Season 1’s episodes 4 and 5 to see it appear on your screens. In real life, stop by for a spot of lunch as you explore the rest of these Bridgerton filming locations in Bath.
The Abbey Deli, 2 Abbey St, Bath BA1 1NN
6. The Holburne Museum
The Holburne Museum is Bath’s first public art gallery and is home to many fine arts in Sir William Holburne’s collection. But to Bridgerton fans, the Grade I listed building in Lady Danbury’s home in all three seasons. It is also located in the stunning Sydney Pleasure Gardens if you need somewhere to relax and unwind.
The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4DB
7. Trim Street
Here you’ll find Gunter’s Tea Room aka 12 Trim Street (which is actually a hair salon). In Season 1, Episode 3, Simon… licks a spoon… and that’s all we have to say on the matter.
12 Trim St, Bath BA1 1HB
8. Beauford Square
The two-storey cottages of Beauford Square were built in 1730 by John Strahan. At the centre is a small rectangular lawn, enclosed with wrought iron railings, and was regularly used for street filming – particularly for carriage journeys, horse rides and shots where our leads walk and talk.
Beauford Square, Bath, BA1 1HJ
9. Bath Street
Bath Street’s cobbled streets, colonnades and historic baths are well-known to most. It feels like it hasn’t aged a day since it was built. This area lends itself as a backdrop to countless Bridgerton scenes. It was also used in the 1995 version of Persuasion (which is actually set in Bath).
Bath Street, Bath, BA1 1SF
10. Edward Street
A stone’s throw away from The Holburne Museum, Edward Street is the newest Bridgerton filming location in Bath. This residential Georgian street makes its debut in Season 3, with many of the scenes filmed outside the Dukes hotel. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay on your Bridgerton adventure in Bath, look no further.
Dukes Bath, 53-54 Great Pulteney St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4DN