Follies · South West England
Sulis Minerva temple at Bath
In or near Bathford.
Sulis Minerva temple at Bath — a temple folly in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
D M Wilmot — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Bath Spa · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Sulis Minerva temple at Bath is a temple folly located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.
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Official information
The Sulis Minerva temple at Bath is part of the Roman Baths complex, showcasing well-preserved Roman remains. Visitors can explore the ancient ruins and learn about the history of the site, which includes significant archaeological finds and displays.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Combe Down and Bathampton Down Mines SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Sulis Minerva temple at Bath is a folly located in South-East England. This structure commemorates the Roman goddess of wisdom and healing, reflecting Bath's historical significance as a Roman spa town. The temple is notable for its architectural style and cultural heritage, serving as a reminder of the area's ancient past.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3809, -2.3600
- District
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Parish
- Bath and North East Somerset, unparished area
- Postcode
- BA1 1LZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bath
- Nearest railway station
- Bath Spa — 0.4 km
- Official site
- www.romanbaths.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q139594044 (CC0)
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Where to eat & stay near Sulis Minerva temple at Bath
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📷 5Restaurants · South West England
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sulis Minerva temple at Bath?
- Sulis Minerva temple at Bath is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BA1 1LZ), in the parish of Bath and North East Somerset, unparished area.
- What is Sulis Minerva temple at Bath?
- Sulis Minerva temple at Bath — a temple folly in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Sulis Minerva temple at Bath?
- The nearest railway station is Bath Spa, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode BA1 1LZ.
- Is Sulis Minerva temple at Bath a protected site?
- Yes — Sulis Minerva temple at Bath is part of the Combe Down and Bathampton Down Mines SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Sulis Minerva temple at Bath free to visit?
- Yes, Sulis Minerva temple at Bath is free to enter.
- How do I get to Sulis Minerva temple at Bath?
- The nearest railway station is Bath Spa, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BA1 1LZ.