Barge Cottage
To enquire, contact:
Mrs Jackie White
Tel: 01225 891320
Local Amenities
The George pub is approx 50 yards away and serves good food and drinks throughout the day (although can be busy at weekends and in the summer months).
A Post Office / village-store / newsagents, hairdressers, chemist and doctors surgery are situated in the village centre approximately 10 minutes walk away.
Things to Do
Barge Cottage is in a perfect location for those who enjoy walking. Historic Bath with its wealth of architecture including the Roman Baths and the world-famous Royal Crescent, numerous museums, galleries and excellent shopping, is a delightful 45 minute (approx) stroll along the towpath.
In the other direction lies Limpley Stoke and the famous Dundas Aquaduct (approx 40 min walk). Here you can take a trip on a narrow boat (end March to end October), hire a boat, canoe or bicycle from "The Canal Centre" or enjoy a snack in the Angel Fish Café; see www.somersetcoalcanal.co.uk.
A further 40 mins will take you to the historic woollen town of Bradford on Avon and its splendid Tythe Barn.
Exploring further afield couldn’t be easier, Bathampton is set betwixt the A4 and the A36, giving easy access to the American Museum the only museum of Americana outside of the USA, or Longleat House with its wealth of art.
Only 15 minutes drive away is the National Trust owned village of Lacock which dates back to the 13th-century, and is famous for its part in films such as Pride & Prejudice and Harry Potter.
The chocolate-box Cotswold villages of Biddestone, & Castle Combe (Dr Doolittle) are within easy reach, as is Corsham Court—home of the country’s largest privately owned art collection. The National Trust Properties of Dyrham Park, Prior Park, Great Chalfield Manor, The Courts Gardens and Stourhead are all within 30 minutes drive or less.
A selection of books relating to local history, walks and places of interest are provided for your use. The owners are only a short drive away and are available should any problems arise during your stay.
So whether you are looking for rest and relaxation or to explore the delights of Bath and its surroundings, Barge Cottage is the ideal base from which to do so. Fishing is permitted on the canal. A permit is available at a cost of approximately £3 per day- please ask for details.