Bath Abbey
Abbey Churchyard, Bath, England, BA1 1LT
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion
Quick answer
Bath Abbey is a Church of England (Anglican) church at Abbey Churchyard in Bath, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 09:30 — times verified 1 July 2026, but confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 1 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- Bath, England
- Postcode
- BA1 1LT
- Diocese
- Diocese of Bath and Wells
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion
- Accessibility
- Step-free access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion
Sung Eucharist
Choral Mattins
Choral Evensong
About Bath Abbey
Bath Abbey was founded as a monastery in 675 AD, rebuilt as a Norman cathedral in the 12th century and again in the 16th century in the Perpendicular Gothic style — making it the last of England's great medieval churches. Famous for its fan vaulting, west front carving of Jacob's Ladder, and use as the coronation church for King Edgar of England in 973.
Notable facts about Bath Abbey
- Churches styled "abbey" trace their roots to monastic communities once led by an abbot or abbess, and many are among the oldest and most architecturally significant places of worship in the country.
- The Church of England is the established church of England and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, which numbers tens of millions of members across more than 165 countries.
- Bath Abbey belongs to the Diocese of Bath and Wells, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 4 regular services listed across 1 day of the week, Bath Abbey offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Bath Abbey has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including step-free access.
What to Expect at a Church of England (Anglican) Church
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Step-free access
- Choir
- Tower tours
- Café
- Shop
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bath Abbey?
Bath Abbey is located at Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LT, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Bath Abbey?
Bath Abbey is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Bath and Wells. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Bath Abbey?
Bath Abbey holds regular services on Sunday; see the full list of service times on this page. Times can change for holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking with the church before visiting.
How do I contact Bath Abbey?
You can contact Bath Abbey by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Bath Abbey?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Bath Abbey welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.