Art Deco Concert Hall · Bath · BA1 1UG

The Forum

A magnificent and striking 1,640-seat venue, originally opened in 1934 as a luxury Art Deco cinema. It stands as Bath's largest indoor performance venue, showcasing an impressive lineup of national and international touring musicians, major orchestral concerts, choral shows, and high-profile stand-up comedy specials.

Cap. 1640 1-2 times a week Classical, Orchestral, Rock, Pop, Blues, Tributes

Opening hours

Monday Event-based
Tuesday Event-based
Wednesday Event-based
Thursday Event-based
Friday Event-based
Saturday Event-based
Sunday Event-based

Door times for events may differ — check the venue listing.

Venue details

Address
1A Forum Buildings, St James's Parade, Bath, BA1 1UG
Capacity
1640
Genres
Classical, Orchestral, Rock, Pop, Blues, Tributes
Accessibility
Dedicated accessible seating areas, flat street entrance, induction loop system available.
What's on at The Forum → Google Maps directions

What the room is like

A capacity of about 1640 makes this one of the larger rooms in the city, and the one most likely to take a nationally touring bill. Expect a proper queue on a sold-out night.

The programme leans Classical, Orchestral, Rock, Pop, Blues and Tributes, with live music on 1-2 times a week. Listings change constantly — our live events feed carries what's actually on sale.

There's a bar on site and no kitchen — eat before you arrive.

Access

Dedicated accessible seating areas, flat street entrance, induction loop system available.

Access details change with the room layout for a given show, so contact the venue directly to confirm before booking if you have specific requirements — +44 1225 443151.

Getting there and getting home

The Forum is at 1A Forum Buildings, St James's Parade, Bath, BA1 1UG. It holds 1640 people, making it the largest of the 8 rooms in this guide. It runs as a art deco concert hall. Live music runs 1-2 times a week.

At this size the room takes touring bills rather than local-only nights, and tickets for the bigger names go on general sale weeks ahead. Access: Dedicated accessible seating areas, flat street entrance, induction loop system available.

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The Forum — frequently asked

When is The Forum open?
The Forum opening hours: Monday: Event-based, Tuesday: Event-based, Wednesday: Event-based, Thursday: Event-based, Friday: Event-based, Saturday: Event-based, Sunday: Event-based. Hours may vary when live events are running — always check the venue website for event-specific door times.
What type of music does The Forum put on?
The Forum programmes classical, orchestral, rock, pop, blues, tributes. Live music runs 1-2 times a week. Check the venue's what's-on page for the current week's listings.
How big is The Forum?
The Forum has a capacity of approximately 1640. It is one of Bath's largest live music venues, hosting major touring acts.
Where is The Forum in Bath?
The Forum is at 1A Forum Buildings, St James's Parade, Bath, BA1 1UG. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is The Forum accessible?
Dedicated accessible seating areas, flat street entrance, induction loop system available.
How do I get tickets for events at The Forum?
Tickets for The Forum events are typically available through the venue's own website (https://www.bathforum.co.uk/) or through general ticketing platforms such as Ticketmaster, Dice, or Eventbrite depending on the event. Some smaller nights are pay-on-the-door — check the event listing for the booking method.

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