Combe Down is a leafy suburb to the south of Bath, popular with families due to its excellent selection of schools, lush green areas and amenities including a doctors' surgery, a deli, a number of pubs, a large supermarket and a luxury hotel spa. Combe Down CofE Primary School, St. Gregory’s Catholic College and Three Ways School are all located in the area, and Ralph Allen, Prior Park and Beechen Cliff are a short drive away.
Combe Down
Where Do Combe Down Locals Go?
American Museum & Gardens – a beautiful Georgian manor hosts an extraordinary collection of Americana from the 14th - 20th Centuries, all surrounded by 125 acres of outstanding natural beauty.
Bath & Biscuits - treat your pets at this neighbourhood pet shop offering a wide range of supplies for dogs, cats, birds, small animals and reptiles. They also have a comprehensive grooming service in their salon.
Bath Skyline – a 6-mile circular walk starting from Bath city centre and traversing much of Combe Down's woodlands and countryside, whilst taking in breathtaking vistas of the Bath.
Castle Farm - a charming restaurant and cafe set on a beautiful organic farm. The menus change with the season, but a fine Sunday roast can always be relied upon, and the curry and supper clubs are legendary.
Combe Down Cricket Club - small but friendly cricket club currently running a team playing in the Wiltshire County Cricket League on Saturdays, and one playing friendlies on Sundays. Home matches are played at The Glasshouse, boasting one of the best squares in Bath.
Combe Down Rugby Club - founded in 1896; new mini, junior and senior players are always welcome. They also have a clubhouse available for function hire.
Dick Willows Cider Barn – soak up award-winning West Country cider, beautiful surroundings and freshly made food. Pop-up events provide something a little different from time-to-time.
Entry Hill Golf Club - a picturesque and challenging 9 hole course set on a steep hillside with many natural features. They welcome golfers of varying abilities to come and enjoy the course.
Prior Park Landscape Garden - a sublimely pretty National Trust 18th century landscape garden created by Bath entrepreneur Ralph Allen with magnificent views over the city. The tea shed is open daily, offering coffee and cake by the lake.
Rose & Crown - a charming country pub with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, offering a good selection of beers and hearty food.
The Darling Deli - grab a bite from this Great Taste Award winning kitchen offering delicious deli food to take away or to enjoy in the lovely café with a cup of locally sourced coffee.
The Forester & Flower - relax in this popular bar and restaurant offering delicious food and excellent local brews. The building dates back to 1870, when it started life as a renowned brew house and coaching inn.
Two Tunnels Greenway - These converted railway tunnels make for wonderfully atmospheric rambling, running or cycling routes. The Combe Down tunnel is just over one mile long, making it the UK's longest cycling and walking tunnel.
Independent secondary school for boys and girls aged 11–18
ISI rating: Excellent
Transport
CITY CENTRE: 2 Miles / 10 minute drive
RAILWAY STATION: 2 Miles / 10 minute drive
MOTORWAY: 11.5 Miles / 25 minute drive
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