Located
in the Georgian city centre and constructed from
traditional Bath stone, The Francis dates back
to 1728 when it was six private houses. Today
it retains many reminders of its past, combined
with excellent modern facilities. Bath is always
alive with activities, and Wednesdays are a special
delight for antique lovers, with several Antique
Markets open. The Roman Baths, Royal Crescent
and Bath Abbey are only moments away from The
Francis.
Please note that the car parking
at The Francis is limited.
By
Road-The Francis is located on Queen Square, a
short distance from The Circus. Simply follow
the A4 "Through Route", which forms
the north side of Queen Square.
By Rail-Bath Spa Station is
approximately 1 mile.
By Air-Bristol Airport is approximately
15 miles.
Local
Attractions
Bath
World Heritage City
Roman Baths & Pump Room
Lacock Abbey
Hot-Air Ballooning
Three 18-hole golf courses
Royal Crescent
The Assembly Rooms
Bath Abbey
Pulteney Bridge
Bristol Cathedral
Royal
Crescent
This elegant semi-circle of houses was the first
crescent to be built in Britain. Thirty houses
are lined with Ionic columns along their facades.
Number 1 Royal Crescent has been carefully restored
to reflect its original Georgian glory.
The
Assembly Rooms
This fine building is home to a fascinating Museum
of Costume, ranging from 16th century clothing
to modern-day fashions.
Roman
Baths and Pump Rooms
Britain's only hot spring was turned into a sacred
site by the Romans, around which they built these
baths and a temple to serve pilgrims and the sick.
They are now the finest Roman remains in Britain.
The adjacent Pump Room was a popular 18th century
meeting place for Bath's fashionable society,
and is now a tearoom.
Bath
Abbey
The 16th century Bath Abbey, built on the site
of the Gothic Perpendicular architecturalstyle,
complete with fan vaulting. The abbey's tower
reaches a height of 162ft.
Pulteney
Bridge
No visitor to Bath can miss the importance of
the River Avon to the city, with its beautiful
Italianate bridge crossing the weir.
