No. 1 Royal Crescent
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Nice place to look into the lives of the people who lived there . An insight into their culture and their way of living . 😃 House is quiet big , you will get to see videos and story telling about the family who lived their quiet a while back. How they had breakfast , what they talk about , their bedrooms , servant's room , kitchen and pantry in there !! You have follow the foot steps marked on floor and doing so you can go room by room to finish your tour. They got alarm system and wires too so no one go close to anything there , the lady forgot to tell us and when we tried to read some notes that were on the table , alarm sounded !! Which was utterly embarrasing as the lady never informed us , so she came in and said that alarm sounded because we stood on the oldest carprt and explained afterwards with an apology ...but it was quiet bizzare though as we never knew that carpet was off limits!! She should have informed earlier 😒 Too many stairs though . But you enjoy bedrooms for the lady of the house and servant's hall as well where they studied too and read books as well. You can get to know the background , life style of their sons , daughters and maids as well. How they lived their lives and how and when their daughters and sons died !! Then you can go out to courtyard and straight towards the gift shop where things are so much expensive .. I bought a magnet though which was to store this trip into my memory and to feel happy after looking at the magnet ..😍🥰 Overall , nice experience to visit the house and look into their dressing sense and how they lived . If you are keen about history than it would be nice to explore this house . 🙂
NaveeraNaveera
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If you're looking for an immersive and fascinating glimpse into Georgian life in Bath, look no further than the Museum NO1 Royal Crescent. This gem of a museum offers a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and influential residents of Bath in the 18th century, and is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, architecture, or design. The museum is located in one of Bath's most iconic and historic buildings, the Royal Crescent. As you step inside, you're transported back in time to an era of grandeur and opulence. The museum's exhibits are expertly curated and offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the residents of the Royal Crescent, including their fashion, furnishings, and social customs. The attention to detail in the museum is truly remarkable. From the beautifully restored Georgian interiors to the knowledgeable and friendly staff, every aspect of the museum is designed to transport you back in time and give you a true sense of what life was like in this fascinating period. But what really sets the Museum NO1 Royal Crescent apart is the experience it offers. Visitors are encouraged to explore the exhibits at their own pace, and the interactive displays and hands-on activities make it easy to engage with the history and learn something new. Overall, the Museum NO1 Royal Crescent is a truly exceptional destination that should not be missed. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for a unique and immersive experience, this museum offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Edouard ManoilovEdouard Manoilov
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Visited after lunch on Saturday. There is a notice at the entrance, which asks you to wait and a member of staff will come to you. Well they certainly did, the member of staff walked right upto me, very intimidating and just looked at me. I stepped back and asked for entry tickets for 2 adults. The member of staff was very direct and clearly did not think there was anything wrong with their actions. I mentioned to my husband that this was a bit off and very intimidating and he agreed. Anyway after waiting 5+mins she tried to make conversation, asking where we were from, and if this was the same place as an artist. When we said no, she then proceeded to check on Google! Anyway, tickets purchased (card only) we entered the first room. It seems that tour is timed commentary. There are some QR codes you can scan in each room for further info, but this knocks the timings for the next commentary in the next room. Did feel a bit rushed by this, sort of pushed along. However, we did stop to access the info off the QR codes and then had to wait for the commentary. The downloaded info from the QR codes deletes when you leave the property, very clever, but then you can't catch up later. That being said each room was dressed for the Regency Period and the commentary or videos in the rooms was telling a great story, very apt.
Julie PoundJulie Pound
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No1 Royal Crescent is a wonderful place to visit whilst in Bath. The Crescent itself is beautiful but it's hard you imagine what life was like for the people who lived there in the Georgian era. No 1 Royal Crescent gives you the opportunity to see what life was like for the all the classes within the household, from the families who lived there to the staff who maintained the household. The volunteers/assistants within the house really brought our visit to life with stories about the lifestyles and trends of the upper classes. Allow yourself to a couple of hours to really enjoy the house and maybe another hour or so for the area around the Crescent. There's the Circle nearby which is equally as beautifully as the Crescent and there's a number of independent shops and eateries within a few hundred yards of the museum. On street parking nearby is available but can be limited at certain times so be prepared to drive around looking for a space. Although the roads are flat most are cobbled so maybe think ahead if your taking elderly family to the Crescent.
Wayne KingWayne King
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It is now open again, somebody needs to update the status. You'll need about 55 mins to walk round as you listen to an story in each room that is timed. If you leave the room too early you'll miss parts and arrive during the presentation in the next room. You are actually advised not to enter another room that holds another group anyway due to Covid regs. This was interesting and a clever way of giving you information via hidden speakers (for the most part), some projected parts of the story and some via actors in picture frames. It's was just a little drawn out and needed a little chime/bell at the end of the audio to let you know it had finished rather than sounds of nature fading out. Very much a "been there, done that, don't need to go again" location. We were there to see the official reopening complete with ribbon cutting by the mayor, bonus I guess.
Jef BaleJef Bale
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Well appointed rooms with audio and visual story telling in most rooms, which was very engaging. A great peak into the lives of an upper class Georgian family. There is an app that provides additional information, although WiFi was inconsistent throughout the house. A small sign or poster outside each room would have served the same purpose. The storyline of the fictional family used throughout the rooms is interesting, but felt a bit incomplete. To find out each character's ending, you have to utilize a touch screen in the last room. As there was only one touch screen, this created a queue just to hear the ending. Again posters or print outs throughout the room or even having the information in the app would have been better.
Carolina MargariaCarolina Margaria
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Nearby Attractions Of No. 1 Royal Crescent
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1 Royal Cres, Bath BA1 2LR, United Kingdom
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+44 1225 428126
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no1royalcrescent.org.uk
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No. 1 Royal Crescent is the first building at the eastern end of the Royal Crescent in Bath, Somerset, and is of national architectural and historic importance.
attractions: The Roman Baths, Thermae Bath Spa, Pulteney Bridge, Royal Victoria Park Bath, Bath Abbey, Royal Crescent, Theatre Royal, Bath, Green Park Station, Victoria Park, Apex City of Bath Hotel, restaurants: Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum, Turtle Bay Bath, The King of Wessex, Bill's Bath Restaurant, The Scallop Shell, The Ivy Bath Brasserie & Garden, Hall & Woodhouse Bath, Las Iguanas - Bath, Miller & Carter Bath, Slug & Lettuce - Bath

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