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Dukes Bath is a hotel destination wedding venue in Bath, United Kingdom, hosting 32 at dinner.

Dukes Bath

BathEngland, United Kingdom

Dukes Bath is a historic hotel in the centre of Bath with 18 bedrooms sleeping up to 40 guests across six room types, from Cozy Doubles to Four Poster Suites.

Guests
32 at dinner
Rooms
18 rooms, sleep 40
Exclusive use
£4,200 to £5,500a night
Getting there
BRSabout 45 min by car

About the venue

Dukes Bath is a historic hotel in the centre of Bath with 18 bedrooms sleeping up to 40 guests across six room types, from Cozy Doubles to Four Poster Suites.

Couples can host a seated dinner for up to 32 in the meeting and banquet space, with indoor reception areas, an on-site bar and gardens to spill out into.

Catering is handled in-house, though external caterers and a private chef are both options, and exclusive use is available without being required.

Buyouts run from GBP 4,200 to GBP 5,500 and include rooms, with parking on site and Bristol Airport (BRS) around 45 minutes away.

  • 18 bedrooms sleeping up to 40 guests, plus nearby beds for larger guest lists
  • Seated dining for up to 32 in the meeting and banquet space
  • Buyout from GBP 4,200 to GBP 5,500, including rooms
  • In-house catering, external caterers and private chef all available

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Dukes Bath cost?
The venue quotes £4,200 to £5,500 a night for exclusive use.
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How many guests does Dukes Bath hold?
Dukes Bath holds 32 at dinner.
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Can guests stay at Dukes Bath?
Yes. 18 rooms, sleeping 40.
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How do guests get to Dukes Bath?
Fly into BRS, about 45 min by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
32 guests

Staying over

Rooms
18 rooms
Sleeps
40 guests
Room types
6 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No
Rooms for the party nearby
Yes

House rules

Exclusive use required
No
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
BRS, 45 min by car
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
No
Phone
01225 787960
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Reviews of Dukes Bath

“Overall, a really nice stay and a solid 4/5. The room was clean, the bed was super comfortable and the pillows were amazing. I only found one random hair on the duvet — otherwise everything was spotless.”

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4.8out of 5, from 340 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

Do we have to book the whole hotel?
No. A buyout is available and exclusive use is not required, so you can choose the arrangement that suits your guest list.
How many guests can we seat for dinner?
The venue seats up to 32 guests for a meal in the meeting and banquet space.
Can we bring in our own caterer?
Yes. The hotel offers in-house catering, allows external caterers, and a private chef can be arranged.
Are children and pets welcome?
Yes, both children and pets are allowed at Dukes Bath.
Is the venue step-free or accessible?
No, this historic building is not listed as accessible. Contact the venue at +44 1225 787960 or reservations@dukesbath.co.uk to discuss specific needs.

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 32 guests

    “Whether you envision a grand affair, taking exclusive use of our elegant townhouse, or an intimate gathering with up to 32 of your closest loved ones, we’ll bring your dream wedding to life.”
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  • Rooms: 18 rooms

    “With capacity for up to 40 guests across 18 unique bedrooms, including flexible, family-friendly suites, we bring multi-generational families together in comfort and magnificent Georgian style.”
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  • Sleeps: 40 guests

    “With capacity for up to 40 guests across 18 unique bedrooms, including flexible, family-friendly suites, we bring multi-generational families together in comfort and magnificent Georgian style.”
    Read the source for sleeps

  • Room types: 6 listed

    “Deluxe Suite”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “Whether you envision a grand affair, taking exclusive use of our elegant townhouse, or an intimate gathering with up to 32 of your closest loved ones, we’ll bring your dream wedding to life.”
    Read the source for whole property to yourselves

  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “Whether you envision a grand affair, taking exclusive use of our elegant townhouse, or an intimate gathering with up to 32 of your closest loved ones, we’ll bring your dream wedding to life.”
    Read the source for whole property must be taken with the wedding

  • Rooms for the party nearby: Yes

    “Please note, that we offer limited on-site parking at our sister hotel, The Bird (a 3-minute walk from Dukes).”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Work directly with our Head Chef to craft menus that lean heavily into nostalgia and comfort – elevated classics and multi-course feasts that evoke your family’s history.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: Yes

    “We welcome you to bring in your own private chef to take over our professional kitchen for the duration of your exclusive hire.”
    Read the source for outside caterers allowed

  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Unwind in the relaxed elegance of our bar at Dukes, where you can savour crafted cocktails and cheese boards in a cosy setting.”
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  • Private chef: Yes

    “We welcome you to bring in your own private chef to take over our professional kitchen for the duration of your exclusive hire.”
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  • Price: £4,200 to £5,500 for the whole property, per night

    “£4,200 weekday (Sunday – Thursday)”
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  • Included: Rooms

    “- 19 gorgeous bedrooms and suites (sleeping 40 guests)”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “Whether you envision a grand affair, taking exclusive use of our elegant townhouse, or an intimate gathering with up to 32 of your closest loved ones, we’ll bring your dream wedding to life.”
    Read the source for exclusive use required

  • Pets: Yes

    “Your pooch is welcome in all of our rooms (excluding our cosy doubles), but for those who need extra space, consider a larger room.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Children under 3 stay for free.”
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  • Nearest airport: BRS, 45 min by car

    “Airport Bristol Airport (19 miles), Heathrow Airport (105 miles)”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Please note, that we offer limited on-site parking at our sister hotel, The Bird (a 3-minute walk from Dukes).”
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  • Step-free access: No

    “However, access from the street into the property is up steps, and the breakfast room is reachable only via a flight of stairs.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Whether you envision a grand affair, taking exclusive use of our elegant townhouse, or an intimate gathering with up to 32 of your closest loved ones, we’ll bring your dream wedding to life.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “We have a courtyard garden which is accessed through our bar area on the lower ground floor which can be enjoyed alongside a drink from our bar.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Dukes is a 17-bedroom hotel on Great Pulteney Street occupying two townhouses dating back to the 18th century.”
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£4,200 to £5,500Exclusive use · a night

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