Al Fresco Drinking in Bath

The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa

Location: Royal Crescent

About: The Gardens at the Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa are arguably the best-kept secret in the city. Hidden behind the walls of the mansion buildings sits the stunning hotel gardens, the perfect relaxing location to enjoy laughter with friends and family over a drinks.

Amenities: Canopies, loungers, patio and expansive grass area with an abundance of seats and tables.

Address: 16 Royal Cres, Bath BA1 2LS, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 1225 823333

Website: https://www.royalcrescent.co.uk/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google_local_royal_crescent

Prices: Prices from £328 (The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa official site), £408 (Booking.com, Agoda, Mr & Mrs Smith) for typical dates (example: Mon, Feb 16, 2026).

Dates: Sample dates with pricing shown: check-in Feb 16, 2026, check-out Feb 18, 2026.

The Abbey Tea Bar

Location: Abbey Hotel

About: Sun shinning, delicious drinks flowing and the beautiful location of Bath makes The Abbey Tea Bar perfect! Whether you want to go for some pre-dinner drinks and nibbles or while away lazy evenings indulging in your favourite beverages.

Amenities: This popular city centre venue boasts a fantastic outdoor patio area complete with parasols and al fresco drinks menu.

Address: Abbey Hotel, North Parade, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1LF, England, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 1225 461603

Website: https://abbeyteabar.com/

Prices: Afternoon tea £32.50. Price range: $$ - $$$

Dates: Served daily 12noon – 5pm

 

 

 

 

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Sub 13

Location: George Street

About: Sub 13 has a well-earned reputation as Bath's number one cocktail bar and are rated #1 on TripAdvisor for Nightlife in Bath. For some al-fresco drinks the Perrier-Jouët Champagne Terrace is open which is purpose-built to serve up bubbles and cocktails in the fresh air. During the summer months Sub 13's resident DJs will be playing in the early evening to help you soak in the atmosphere.

Amenities: The Perrier-Jouët Champagne Terrace is the heated terrace adorned with fairylights around Sub 13's beautiful garden.

Address: 4 Edgar Buildings, Bath BA1 2EE, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 1225 466667

Website: https://www.sub13.net/

Prices: $$$ (typically indicates a moderately expensive venue); Two-for-one cocktails are served until late every day. See menu: https://sub13.net/drinks#menu

Dates: Opens 6 PM Tue-Thurs, 5 PM Fri, 1 PM Sat. Closed Sun-Mon. Special offers: 2 for 1 Cocktails 'all night every night' (valid Jan 1 - Sep 25), 20% off house cocktails for writing a review (Oct 7, 2025).

The Architect

Location: The Architect

About: The Architect is open daily and is the ideal hotspot for when the weather is shinning. With their wonderful terrace that overlooks the Abbey it is the perfect spot to indulge in some cocktails in the sun. View their drinks menu here.

Address: Orange Grove, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1LP

Telephone: 01225 439610

Green Park Brasserie & Bar

Location: Green Park

About:  Green Park Brasserie & Bar has two excellent outdoor drinking and dining areas. The brasserie comes complete with a BBQ area were families are encouraged to drink and dine alfresco in the warmer summer months.

Amenities: Stylish patio complete with picnic benches and canopies. Wadsworth Outside Bar. Free parking available at Sainsburys for 90 minutes, all day, every day.

Address: 6 Green Park Rd, Bath BA1 1JB, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 1225 338565

Website: Click here

Prices: $$