Shopping

Our guide to the best shops in Bath

British perfumery Penhaligon’s was established in 1870 by William Penhaligon. Originating as a barbershop, Penhaligon’s offered its first fragrance in 1872, Hammam Bouquet, inspired by the neighbouring Turkish Bath and its sulfurous steam. The company’s best-selling fragrance, 1902’s Blenheim Bouquet, broke with the prevailing floral trends of its day to...
Established in Bath in 1981 selling Vivienne Westwood garments, Square is an award-winning designer ladies boutique. Over the last 40 years Square has worked with most brands and designers including Ozbek, John Flett, Fendi, John Galliano, Marc Jacobs, Prada, Gucci. Dolce and Gabbana, Chloe and YSL. The store is in...
Nigel Dando began his career after he gained a national goldsmiths diploma before going on to study gemmology at the Sir John Cass College of Art, Whitechapel. Today he sells an eclectic mix of new, pre-owned and vintage jewellery, and has a particular interest in pieces from the 1920s to...
Have you found this beautiful shop on Pulteney Bridge? Here the team makes and sells lots of dresses, reversible dungarees, hand-knitted woollies and of course the store’s famous and incredibly cute hats; strawberry, Christmas pudding, Bath Rugby and more. Up to Seven is a major stockist of Frugi and Kite,...
Since first opening in Bath in 1985 The Dressing Room has maintained its reputation as the ‘go to’ place for the finest in lingerie, beach and nightwear. While offering the most exquisite lingerie collections from the likes of Marie Jo, Aubade, Lise Charmel, Empreinte and Prima Donna, the shop also...
Kimberly has stocked some of the world’s finest Designers for over 40 years. The shop has established itself as amust-go-to store for every day luxury wear or for that special occasion. Current designers include: Amina Rubinacci, Max Mara,Le Tricot Perugia, Kinross, Luisa Cerano, Cinzia Rocca and more. On the arrival...
Bath Aqua Glass is a friendly local company creating handmade glass right in the centre of the city. From beautiful blown pieces and bespoke windows to delicate jewellery and ornaments, the range on offer is exceptional. The Walcot Street studio is open for viewings seven days a week, where you...
Mallory is renowned as Bath’s destination jeweller. Now in its fifth generation, it is one of the country’s oldest family-owned and run jewellers, established for 125 years in its original Bridge Street premises. Today it boasts one of the largest in-house workshops in the UK, employing goldsmiths trained to the...
Magalleria is a unique store selling the largest collection of international, independent and niche print magazines in Europe, and arguably anywhere. Based in central Bath, Magalleria imports magazines, journals and zines from all over the world (many exclusive) to showcase the most interesting and hard to find titles from indie...
Honey Willow is a Bath family run jewellery business on historic Pulteney Bridge, handcrafting meaningful, personalised jewellery celebrating loved ones and life’s milestones. Started online in 2010 by local mum, Rhiannon Hamilton, the business is named after her two daughters: Honey and Willow. Honey Willow now have a shop on...
The south west’s leading designer jeweller, award-winning Nicholas Wylde has been designing original, high-quality jewellery since first opening his Bath store in 1987. He has built up a reputation for designing outstanding pieces; from one-off commissions to larger corporate orders – all handmade, with great passion, in the workshop on...
The Abbey shop, located on the south side of Bath Abbey, is a treasure trove of souvenirs and Christian gifts. The gift shop tells the story of the Abbey through its product ranges, with a Benedictine monk range, tales of Tudor days and comes right up to date with gifts...