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About

Perched in the heart of Bath with sweeping views of the Abbey and the Recreation Ground, The Bird is a vibrant, flamboyant sanctuary that turns every event into a vivacious celebration. It’s a place where traditional "corporate" is replaced by creative energy and a splash of mischief, offering a "bold and beautiful" backdrop for those who want their gatherings to be anything but ordinary. Whether you’re hosting a strategy session in the light-filled Glass Room, sipping cocktails on the chic terrace, or enjoying a candlelit feast in a Dining Dome (during the winter period), The Bird combines eclectic design with professional precision and warm, West Country hospitality, ensuring your event is as unforgettable as the city itself. 

Conferences & Meetings

Ditch the dull and embrace the daring at The Bird, where meetings and conferences are transformed by a surge of creative energy and a kaleidoscope of colour. Designed to inspire "out of the box" thinking, the hotel provides a refreshing alternative to the traditional corporate circuit, offering light-filled spaces that balance professional efficiency with a playful, boutique spirit. It is the ideal venue for those looking to swap flickering fluorescent lights for floor-to-ceiling views of the Bath skyline, ensuring your team remains engaged, energised, and inspired from the first coffee to the final wrap-up. 

Parties & Social Events 

From flamboyant birthday bashes to sophisticated engagement soirées, The Bird is Bath’s most vivacious venue for a party that breaks the mould. It is a place where "bold and beautiful" design meets a mischievous spirit, ensuring your social event feels like a true one-off rather than a scripted hotel function. Whether you are hosting a summer garden party on the Terrace with the city skyline as your backdrop, or a winter celebration in a glittering Dining Dome, the hotel’s eclectic mix of hand-painted murals, statement chandeliers, and vibrant energy creates an instant atmosphere. With a kitchen dedicated to "honest, seasonal, and fresh" feasting and a team that thrives on personal touches, The Bird ensures every guest leaves with a story to tell. 

Gala Dinners & Private Dining

Gala dinners and private dining at The Bird are a masterclass in "spectacular and soulful" entertaining. Moving away from the conventional, the hotel offers a dining experience that feels like a curated dinner party in the home of a very stylish, somewhat eccentric friend. Whether you are hosting an elegant black-tie banquet or a secluded, candlelit supper, the combination of award-winning West Country cuisine and the hotel's vibrant plates ensures an evening of high-octane glamour and impeccable taste. 

Competitive Socialising & Team Building 

Beyond the hotel’s vibrant walls, the very best of Bath sits right on your doorstep, offering a ready-made playground for city-based team activities and social exploration. After a morning session in the Glass Rooms, your team can step out and be at the Roman Baths, the Thermae Bath Spa, or the iconic Pulteney Bridge within a five-minute stroll. Whether it is a competitive scavenger hunt through the city’s honey-coloured Georgian crescents, a guided architectural tour, or a relaxed afternoon of boating on the River Avon, the hotel's central location ensures that the rich history and culture of this UNESCO World Heritage site become a seamless extension of your event. 

Accommodation

Each of the 29 bedrooms at The Bird is a flamboyant flight of fancy, where bold colour palettes, hand-painted murals, and tactile fabrics create a "stop-and-stare" sanctuary in the heart of the city. These are spaces designed for those who shun the beige and embrace the boutique; every room is an individual work of art, featuring eclectic finds, statement lighting, and stunning views that range from the historic Bath Abbey to the lush Recreation Ground. From the compact and cosy Cosy Rooms to the sprawling, sun-drenched Suites, the accommodation perfectly mirrors the hotel’s "bold and beautiful" ethos, ensuring that your stay is as much of a conversation starter as the city itself. 

Sustainability Policy

Please find the venue's sustainability policy here. 

 

Capacity

RoomBanquetingBoardroomClassroomTheatreU-ShapedCabaretReception
The Glass Room 1302016351524 -
The Glass Room 2262016351524 -
The Glass Room564032703048 -

Capacity

The Glass Room 1 Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting30
The Glass Room 1 Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom20
The Glass Room 1 Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret24
The Glass Room 1 Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom16
The Glass Room 1 Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre35
The Glass Room 1 U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped15
The Glass Room 2 Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting26
The Glass Room 2 Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom20
The Glass Room 2 Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret24
The Glass Room 2 Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom16
The Glass Room 2 Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre35
The Glass Room 2 U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped15
The Glass Room Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting56
The Glass Room Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom40
The Glass Room Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret48
The Glass Room Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom32
The Glass Room Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre70
The Glass Room U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped30

Facilities

Other

  • Outdoor Space

Catering

  • Own Catering Allowed

Establishment Features

  • Coach drop-off point
  • En Suite Accommodation On Site
  • On-site car parking

Key Features

  • In town/city centre

Parking & Transport

  • Within 1 Mile of a Train Station

Sustainability

  • Organisation and Employees - Sustainability Policy
  • Products & Suppliers - Locally Sourced Produce
  • Products & Suppliers - Locally-sourced produce
  • Products & Suppliers - Plant-Based Options or Menu
  • Products & Suppliers - Seasonal Menu

Map & Directions

Road Directions

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Public Transport Directions

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The Bird

Type:Corporate Hospitality

18-19 Pulteney Road, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4EZ

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