Georgian Garden

Behind The Circus in Bath, the Georgian Garden recreates an 18th-century townhouse garden. This small, free-to-enter stop gives you a closer look at the varied rear of the Circus properties, a contrast with their uniform fronts. Named plants, topiary box hedging and information panels explain the garden’s planting and Georgian context, including how its original plan was uncovered. Enter from the Gravel Walk, and consider pairing the visit with the Royal Crescent or Victoria Park.

A garden behind The Circus

The Georgian Garden sits behind the townhouses of The Circus, with access from the Gravel Walk. Its layout recreates a typical 18th-century back garden, offering a view of the properties from the side residents and visitors do not usually see from the grand fronts.

The houses present a uniform face to The Circus, but their rear sections vary in form. From the garden, you can look closely at this difference and see how the buildings meet the space behind them.

Planting and the original plan

This formal garden uses traditional plants and flowers, simple lines and clipped box hedging. Plant labels identify some of the varieties, while information panels provide context on the plants and the garden’s history.

The recreated garden draws on an original plan that was uncovered. Take a moment to read the panels: they help explain how the space was arranged and maintained, and connect the planting to Georgian Bath.