Pub · Bath · BA1 1ET

The Garrick’s Head

An elegant, historic pub and dining room attached to the Theatre Royal, once serving as the stately home of Beau Nash. It features grand interiors, an expansive terrace popular for pre-theatre drinks, an outstanding menu of fresh seafood, and an extensive list of fine wines and ales.

  • CAMRA-recommended real ale
  • Dog-friendly
  • Beer garden or outdoor seating
  • Food served
  • Historic interior
  • Typical price: £££

Opening hours

Monday 11:30-23:00
Tuesday 11:30-23:00
Wednesday 11:30-23:00
Thursday 11:30-23:00
Friday 11:30-23:00
Saturday 11:30-23:00
Sunday 12:00-22:30

Hours may vary on bank holidays.

Find us

7-8 St John's Pl, Bath

BA1 1ET, Bath

Tel: +44 1225 448846

Google Maps directions

What kind of pub it is

Come here if you want a properly kept pint — it's on CAMRA's recommended list, which in Bath means the cellar work is taken seriously, somewhere with genuine age to it, rather than a refit pretending to be old, a seat outside when the weather allows, bringing the dog or eating as well as drinking.

  • The kitchen serves food, but hours are usually shorter than the bar's — if you're eating late, ring ahead.
  • Dogs are welcome in the bar.
  • There's outdoor seating, which fills the moment the sun appears.
  • Real ale is the reason most people come, and the range changes, so ask what's on rather than ordering blind.

Last orders shift across the week: Friday runs to 23:00, while Sunday winds up earlier at 22:30.

Getting there

The Garrick’s Head is at 7-8 St John's Pl, Bath, BA1 1ET. It is 0.5 miles from Bath Spa station — about 9 minutes' walk at an ordinary pace. The Roman Baths are about 5 minutes' walk away. The entrance sits at what3words ///spoke.assets.tidy. Distances are straight-line, rounded, and a guide rather than a routed walk.

It opens seven days a week, from 11:30, for roughly 80 trading hours in total. The latest close is 23:00 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; the earliest is 22:30 on Sunday. The doors open in time for lunch on weekdays.

For a table or a group booking, call +44 1225 448846.

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Staying in Bath?

The Garrick’s Head is 0.5 miles from Bath Spa station, so a central room puts it within walking distance at closing time.

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The Garrick’s Head — frequently asked

When is The Garrick’s Head open?
The Garrick’s Head opening hours: Monday: 11:30-23:00, Tuesday: 11:30-23:00, Wednesday: 11:30-23:00, Thursday: 11:30-23:00, Friday: 11:30-23:00, Saturday: 11:30-23:00, Sunday: 12:00-22:30. Hours may vary on bank holidays — check the pub's website before travelling.
Where is The Garrick’s Head in Bath?
The Garrick’s Head is at 7-8 St John's Pl, Bath, BA1 1ET, Bath. That is 0.5 miles from Bath Spa station, about 9 minutes' walk. A Google Maps link on this page gives exact directions.
Is The Garrick’s Head dog-friendly?
Yes. The Garrick’s Head welcomes dogs — typically in the bar area. If you plan to bring a dog during food service or into a separate dining room, call ahead to confirm.
Does The Garrick’s Head serve real ale?
Yes. The Garrick’s Head is CAMRA-recommended and serves real ale. It is one of Bath's recognised real ale pubs in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide.
Does The Garrick’s Head have a beer garden?
Yes. The Garrick’s Head has a beer garden or outdoor seating. Outdoor space in the Georgian city centre is limited — arrive early on warm evenings.
Is The Garrick’s Head close to the city centre?
The Garrick’s Head is in the BA1 1ET postcode. It is about 5 minutes' walk from the Roman Baths, and about 9 minutes' walk from Bath Spa station.

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