Assembly Rooms
About
Designated as a Grade 1 listed building and a focal point of Bath’s UNESCO World Heritage heritage, the Assembly Rooms were completed in 1771 and reflect elegant Georgian design by John Wood the Younger. During the 18th century, the rooms became the epicentre of fashionable Bath society, hosting balls, concerts, teas and gambling – a venue that attracted literary giants such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens and Thomas Gainsborough. Today the National Trust is creating a new visitor experience that transports guests back to this lively social scene, while also safeguarding the heritage of the Georgian building. Though the Assembly Rooms are currently closed for renovations, special events, tours and programming will continue to keep the spirit of the old rooms alive until the new experience opens. The new visitor experience will combine the historic ambiance with contemporary storytelling, featuring immersive displays, period‑accurate décor and interactive programmes that highlight the social history of Bath’s Georgian society.
Highlights
- Georgian Architecture
- Historic Ballroom
- Literary Connections