Bath Major Festivals and Events 2008
Major events and festivals in Bath and the surrounding area in 2008.
August
The Roman Baths by Torchlight: at the Roman Baths
Relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath.
1st July - 31st Aug, Tel: 01225 477785
Gatcombe Park Horse Trials: at Gatcombe Park
Fantastic shopping, top quality cross country and a great line up of equestrian events.
1st - 3rd Aug, Tel: 01423 339423
UK School Games
The third UK School Games will feature some of the most talented youngsters of school age from across the UK.
28th - 31st August, Tel: 0207 278 7208
September
National Amateur Gardening Show: at the Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallett
Spectacular garden displays, tv celebrities, gardening experts and record breaking monster vegatables!
5th - 7th Sept, Tel: 01749 822200
Bath Festival of Children's Literature: at Various Venues
10 days of events with some of the biggest names in children's books: featuring authors, illustrators, poets and storytellers.
19th - 28th Sept, Tel: 01225 463362
The Jane Austen Festival: at Venues throughout Bath
A celebration of all things Jane Austen including a costumed promenade along the grand georgian terraces of Bath.
19th - 28th Sept, Tel: 01225 443000
October - November
Bath Film Festival: at Various venues
End Oct - Beg Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 401149
Bath Mozart Festival: at Various Venues
Mid Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 429750
Jane Austen's Regency Christmas: at The Jane Austen Centre
End Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 443000
November - December
Christmas at Claverton: at the American Museum
Festive enjoyment for adults and children alike!
22nd Nov - 14th Dec, Tel: 01225 460503
Bath Christmas Market: Abbey Churchyard and surrounding areas
120 chalets situated in the picturesque surroundings of the Bath Abbey.
27th Nov - 7th Dec, Tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p / min)
Carols by Candlelight, City of Bath Bach Choir: at The Pump Room
The City of Bath Bach Choir returns to the Pump Room for its annual carol concert.
17th - 19th Dec, Tel: 01225 463362
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