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Pubs With Play Areas in Bath

A pub with a play area is the holy grail of outdoor socialising for parents who can enjoy a G&T, pint or soft drink in peace while the little ones are entertained.

We’re fortunate to have several pubs in and around Bath that have both large gardens and play equipment for the kids to burn off a bit of energy.

Here’s our round up of Bath pubs with play areas, if you know of any more - please get in touch.


The New Inn, Farmborough BA2 0EG

The New Inn is a large family friendly pub with a very large garden with two children's play areas and room for a game of football, rounders or cricket.

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The Swan, Swineford BS30 6LN

The Swan has earned a reputation for serving home-cooked, satisfying and beautifully presented food, as well as their extensive range of well-kept beers and cider. The pub's garden is also understandably popular with their customers – adults and children alike.

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Hare & Hounds, Bath BA1 5TJ

The Hare and Hounds offers fabulous food & drink, friendly service and stunning views over the Bath countryside. They offer a separate children’s menu full of great tasting, healthy food that kids will love & parents approve of. In the garden there is a children’s play area, under big shady trees the little ones can find climbing frames and bridges whilst parents can keep an eye whilst enjoying a coffee on the picnic benches.

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Cross Keys, Bath BA2 5RZ

You won't just find a warm welcome at this pub and restaurant in Bath, you'll find a great selection of delicious homemade food, and a wide selection of ales, beers and wines. Plus there is a play area and a under cover seating area in the garden.

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Boat House, Bradford on Avon BA15 1UD

Whether you're stopping by for a quick coffee to quench your thirst, or looking to settle down for the evening with a tasty meal and a bottle of wine, you'll be sure to do so with stunning views of the marina. With generous outdoor seating and a children's play area, there's plenty of space for your little ones to enjoy themselves in true Boathouse style!

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The Inn at Freshford, Bath BA2 7WG

Located in the idyllic village of Freshford near Bath, you'd be hard pressed to find a better place to while away a sunny day than in this family-friendly pub garden. Not only does it have a great kids menu, but your little ones will love finding the many fairy doors placed around the garden and the stream that runs through, housing dozens of giant fish.

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That's all for our round-up of pubs with play areas in Bath. If you know of any we're missing, get in touch and we'll be happy to add them to this guide.

If you're looking for things to do in and around Bath any day - browse over lots of ideas from our home page.