Bath Abbey Audio Guide
Explore Bath Abbey with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
Bath Abbey is a Church of England parish church and a former Benedictine monastery in Bath, Somerset. It is a notable example of Perpendicular Gothic architecture, founded in the 7th century and rebuilt significantly in the 16th century.
What you will hear
The West Front and Jacob's Ladder
Starting at the main exterior entrance to witness the unique 'Jacob's Ladder' carvings and the ornate west doors.
The Great West Doors
Carved with intricate heraldic shields and a royal motto, these heavy wooden doors represent the final flourish of the Abbey's main construction phase, completed in the early seventeenth century.
Abbey Churchyard and Rebekah Fountain
Contextualizing the Abbey's place in the city square, right next to the Roman Baths.
Abbey Churchyard
This lively plaza has served as the social and religious center of Bath for over a millennium, situated at the unique intersection of ancient Roman ruins and medieval heights.
The Rebekah Fountain
This Victorian fountain features the biblical figure of Rebekah and carries a nineteenth-century temperance slogan, reminding passersby of a time when clean drinking water was a vital public resource.
The Nave and Fan Vaulting
Entering the nave to see the world-renowned fan vaulting and the immense light from the windows.
The Lantern of the West
Earning its title as the 'Lantern of the West,' the Abbey features walls composed of eighty percent glass, a remarkable engineering achievement that maximizes the entry of natural light.
The Choir and Great East Window
The spiritual center of the Abbey, featuring the massive Great East Window.
The Great East Window
As the spiritual focal point of the building, the Great East Window presents fifty-six vibrant scenes depicting the life of Jesus within a grand stone frame.
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