Frankenstein in Bath
Frankenstein in Bath
5
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Friday
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Full view
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Best Live Performance, Creative Bath Awards 2017 Show Of Strength Theatre Company's FRANKENSTEIN IN BATH reveals an extraordinary, and forgotten, story: how Mary Shelley wrote much of her iconic novel in Bath in 1816/17. Mary and her step sister, Claire Clairmont, lived in Bath for nearly six months. They brought several dark secrets with them and, as autumn turned into winter, a chain of tragic events unfolded around them. The tour reveals the secrets and scandals behind FRANKENSTEIN’s creation, and takes visitors on an extraordinary adventure that explores many unmarked locations - including where Mary wrote her story. The tour starts outside The Abbey Hotel, North Parade – an address Mary visited many times – and ends nearby. Route about a mile, easy walking with stops along the way, lasts c 75 minutes – in plenty time for an 8pm dinner in one of Bath’s excellent restaurants. 2017: 1 July to 30 September, Wed – Sat 6.30 pm; Sundays 4.30pm (not Mon/Tue). All tickets £8, cash only, at the start of the walk – no need to book. Advance booking, if required, at Bath Visitor Information Centre Private tours welcome, by arrangement. The event is not recommended for under 12s.
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2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
If I was 5 years old then the exhibits might have been scary. None of them moved which would have made the experience more pleasurable. I was told afterwards that they normally have someone in the rooms frightening people, but on my visit they had not got anyone to do it, (they still charged the same price though) I would have thought £5 would have been about right but the price they charged was ridiculous. Keep your money in your pocket!
Written 23 March 2023
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Samantha S
Birmingham, UK386 contributions
Sep 2022
A friend sent me the link to this. I love horror but not my friends or partner so sadly I had to visit on my own. Although, I loved it - if you are like me and take your time to look at everything and have a great interest in horror and history then you will be in here 2 hours. I had a great time. Although, I love horror I am a scaredy cat and being on my own in the basement was a challenge - but I tagged on with a Dad with 3 children who came past me when I froze on the basement stairs.. I don't want to spoil it but you will love it give it a go I was laughing so much afterwards. The staff were great and lovely and I learnt so much and was in my element. I just think my partner and friends missed out.
Written 12 September 2022
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karen J
Corsham, UK12 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
The highlights were the model of the monster and the basement.The first screening of Frankenstein was also interesting and nice to learn about the life of Mary Shelley.
Written 15 August 2022
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Lisa A
Frome, UK1 contribution
Apr 2022 • Family
Absolutely amazing, very clever the smells in the rooms really set the scenes, so much to learn really brings the history to life, the amount of research gone into this is incredible, definitely worth a visit . Very helpful friendly staff who help set the mood before you start your tour. Great gift shop at the end so take your gold with you !!
Written 3 April 2022
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Fiona Roscoe
3 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
This scores 5/5 on every level!
Brilliant adaption of one of Bath’s 5 storey Georgian houses with every room creating an atmosphere with sound, lighting, smells and art work to tell the story of Mary Shelley and Frankenstein. Interesting from a history, literature, science, art, cinema, social, feminist perspective. Creepy, terrifying, tragic. Incredible detail and sensitive interpretation of Mary Shelley’s monster- huge, breathing and impressive, even to my cynical 14 year old son. The basement is petrifying!
Not one for children under 12 or tacky thrill seekers. This is serious, educational, impressive, and tasteful. Absolutely superb!
Brilliant adaption of one of Bath’s 5 storey Georgian houses with every room creating an atmosphere with sound, lighting, smells and art work to tell the story of Mary Shelley and Frankenstein. Interesting from a history, literature, science, art, cinema, social, feminist perspective. Creepy, terrifying, tragic. Incredible detail and sensitive interpretation of Mary Shelley’s monster- huge, breathing and impressive, even to my cynical 14 year old son. The basement is petrifying!
Not one for children under 12 or tacky thrill seekers. This is serious, educational, impressive, and tasteful. Absolutely superb!
Written 29 July 2021
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Countess51
Bath, England, United Kingdom8 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
A gothic November moon provided the perfect setting for our ‘electric’ tour of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Our host was engaging , knowledgeable and funny. I live and work in Bath and to my shame knew little about this literary connection. I would thoroughly recommend this tour. An hour and half of delicious vignettes that could provide an Eastenders Christmas cliffhanger. Bohemian lifestyles a gogo. Phew.! Mary Shelley - better a great novel than a few poems eh Percy? ACE.
Written 8 November 2019
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What a lovely review - and a lovely group for the last night Frankenstein of 2019. So glad you enjoyed and thanks for taking the time to say so.
Written 9 November 2019
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Harry W
Chippenham, UK10 contributions
Oct 2019 • Solo
Another great tour by Show of Strength and I would much recommend for those who may like to know more about the wonderful gothic creation by Mary Shelley. The story is delivered with both knowledge and gusto, holding the attention of the audience throughout the walk. A ‘gothic’ masterpiece in its own right.
Written 18 October 2019
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Sorry for slow response, thought I'd done it! So pleased you liked and thanks so much for taking the time and trouble to say so.
Written 23 October 2019
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Phoenix
28 contributions
Sep 2019 • Solo
I have attended three walks in Bath and this is the best.
Well researched with less known infomation.
Well researched with less known infomation.
Written 23 September 2019
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Thank you so much for this - hugely appreciated, not just for promoting the tour but in spreading the word about Mary Shelley's time in Bath.
Written 24 September 2019
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Claire
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Sep 2019 • Couples
Captivated from the very first moment! The woman giving the tour was kind and inviting as she waited for a few guests but soon she began her theatrical speile into Gothic Bath. Every journey seemed quick with her lovely extra facts and chat. What a brilliant host. She even dressed the part with a steam punk hat! I didn't know how selacious and full of gossip the Shelley tale was. We had to grab a drink after to talk all the secrets over that we'd learnt. It was a great introduction to the town of Bath and helped us navigate throughout our holidays that weekend. She never went too fast as we walked around and kept us in quiet spots to hear her extraordinary stories. Thankful for all the work she'd done to put Mary on the map. Wish we'd immediately go to the other places to see the other tours available as this was incredible.
Written 14 September 2019
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No idea why but only just seen this - what a lovely review, thank you so much. We're entering Bath Life Awards so I'm looking at feedback . Don't know how I missed this till now but will be quoting your words in our nomination. Thanks again Claire, hugely appreciated.
Written 18 December 2019
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Karen B
Cheshunt, UK4 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
We absolutely loved every minute of this walk! Shelia our guide was very knowledgable and told Mary Shelley’s story in a fascinating way. Even the rain didn’t spoil it! It was our favourite part of this visit to bath. We would definitely recommend this walk. 10/10! Thank’s Shelia!
Written 20 July 2019
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Ah yes, gothic Friday in the rain! But we survived and it wasn't nearly as bad as forecast - or as bad as Mary Shelley's July in 1816 -'the year without a summer'. So glad you enjoyed, delighted to be your favourite thing in Bath and thanks so much for taking the time to say so.
Written 22 July 2019
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