Bear Flat is located on the southern slopes of Bath, just a short walk from the city centre. The area is popular with families, young professionals, and students, due to its convenient location and friendly community.

It is known for its beautiful Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses. There are four avenues, Shakespeare, Milton, Kipling, and Longfellow. This area is often referred to by locals as ‘poets’ corner’.

Bear Flat is well-connected to the rest of Bath, with several bus routes running through the area. The Bath Spa train station is also nearby, providing direct services to London, Bristol, and other major cities.

Bear Flat has a range of amenities, including a small supermarket, post office, pubs, pharmacy, and a variety of independent shops. It is home to the popular Good Bear Café and Menu Gordon Jones with food so good the waiting list can be as long as 6 months.

Alexandra Park is a beautiful outdoor space in Bear Flat, which offers stunning views of the city.

Families with children will be pleased to know that Bear Flat has several excellent schools, including St. John’s Catholic Primary School and Beechen Cliff School.

Bear Flat has a lively community spirit, with several local events taking place throughout the year, including the Bear Flat Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-On.

Pubs, cafes, restaurants in Bear Flat, Bath

The Bear Inn offers a range of experiences, from weekend brunching to Sunday Roasts, and mid-week dining and drinks,

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Menu Gordon Jones. A gastronomic Experience contrasting flavours, textures and temperatures with English, Indian and Asian influences.

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The Good Bear is a licensed cafe in the heart of bear flat in Bath. Open for breakfast, brunch, and delicious lunches.

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Things to do in Bear Flat, Bath

Visit the beautiful Alexandra Park with amazing views across Bath.

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Schools in Bathampton and Bath

  • Infant, Junior and Primary schools
  • Secondary Schools
  • Independent Schools