The Holburne Museum

The Holburne Museum sits on the edge of Bath's Royal Crescent, and honestly, it's one of those places you could walk past without realising what you're missing. It's a proper Georgian townhouse filled with decorative arts - silver, porcelain, glass, miniatures - all beautifully displayed across intimate rooms. Nothing feels sterile or roped off; you can get genuinely close to the objects, which makes a real difference when you're looking at 18th-century craftsmanship.

It's brilliant for anyone who cares about design and craft, though it won't hold younger children for long. Art historians and anyone interested in how the Georgian wealthy actually lived will find themselves lingering for hours. The building itself is a draw - high ceilings, original fireplaces, the sort of domestic luxury that reads differently when you're standing in the actual rooms.

Admission is free, which is remarkable given the collection quality. Depending on how thorough you are, allow an hour to ninety minutes. The main galleries don't require a marathon approach.

If you're based at Bath Mill Lodge Retreat or CAMPWELL FARM, both within easy reach, the museum pairs well with a morning stroll around the Crescent and a lunch in Bath proper. It's the kind of spot that makes sense as part of a wider town visit rather than a destination in itself, but it absolutely rewards the time. Peak summer afternoons get busy; mornings are considerably calmer.