Bath Artisan Food Walk

This intimate walking tour focuses on Bath's independent food producers and artisan makers. Limited to just 8 people, you'll visit family-run businesses, independent cafes, and specialty producers while learning about sustainable food practices. The tour includes stops at Mr B's Reading Emporium cafe and Bath Soft Cheese Co, with tastings of locally-made products. Best for supporters of local business and artisan food lovers. This is a easy activity lasting 2.5 hours. Group size: max 8. You meet at Green Park Station forecourt. Key highlights: Maximum 8 people for personal interaction with producers, Bath Soft Cheese Co cheese making demonstration, Mr B's Reading Emporium literary-themed cafe.

Price: £55

Duration: 2.5 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: max 8

Minimum age: 16+

Best for: supporters of local business and artisan food lovers

Best time: Saturday tours include farmers market, weekday tours have more producer interaction time

Meeting point: Green Park Station forecourt

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

10:00am Meet at Green Park Station and walk to first artisan producer - Introduction to Bath's independent food scene and sustainable practices

10:30am Visit local bakery for fresh bread tasting - Meet the bakers and learn about traditional sourdough techniques

11:15am Bath Soft Cheese Co for cheese making demonstration - Watch cheese production and taste fresh curds and finished cheeses

12:00pm Independent coffee roaster visit - Learn about bean sourcing and taste single-origin coffees

12:30pm Mr B's Reading Emporium cafe for literary-themed treats - Sample book-inspired cakes and discuss food in literature

1:00pm Saturday farmers market visit (weekends only) - Meet local producers and sample seasonal specialties

The whole experience takes 2.5 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Green Park Station forecourt.

• Maximum 8 people for personal interaction with producers
• Bath Soft Cheese Co cheese making demonstration
• Mr B's Reading Emporium literary-themed cafe
• Direct access to local farmers market on Saturdays
• Focus on sustainable and ethical food production
• Accessibility: Most venues wheelchair accessible, some historic buildings have steps

What is included: Tastings at 4-5 artisan producers, Cheese making demonstration, Coffee cupping experience, Local guide with producer connections, Saturday farmers market access.

Not included: Full purchase of products, Lunch or substantial meals, Transportation costs, Weekend premium charges. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, Reusable water bottle, Small bag for potential purchases, Weather protection. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Saturday tours include farmers market, weekday tours have more producer interaction time.

Tip: Maximum 8 people per tour

Tip: Saturday tours visit farmers market

Accessibility: Most venues wheelchair accessible, some historic buildings have steps.

Operator: Taste Bath

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Bath Street Art Trail (8 min walk)
• Mr B's Emporium of Reading Delights (12 min walk)
• Royal Crescent (15 min walk)

This activity is run by Taste Bath.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 48h before due to small group size.

Accessibility: Most venues wheelchair accessible, some historic buildings have steps.

Best time to go: Saturday tours include farmers market, weekday tours have more producer interaction time.

Which artisan producers are visited on the Bath food walk?

The tour visits Bath Soft Cheese Co for cheese making, local sourdough bakery, independent coffee roaster, and Mr B's Reading Emporium cafe. Saturday tours also include Green Park farmers market with seasonal local producers.

How small are the groups on the artisan food walk?

Groups are limited to maximum 8 people to ensure personal interaction with producers and cheese makers. This intimate size allows for questions, demonstrations, and behind-the-scenes access not available to larger groups.