Photo: Paolo Ferla / Bath Preservation Trust
Built between 1826 and 1827 for William Beckford (1760-1844), Beckford’s Tower is a unique building and a key landmark for the City of Bath. It once housed one of the greatest collections of art, furniture and books in Georgian England. However, behind its beauty lies a more brutal story. At Beckford's Tower and Museum, learn about the man behind the Tower, his immense power and privilege, and the traumatic source of his wealth.
The Tower, grotto and museum are open to the public from June to December. Visit the museum's website for the latest opening times and visiting details.
William Beckford's opulent apartment within the building is now a Landmark for four, recreating the layout and something of the flavour of his extravagant interiors. Read more and book to stay at Beckford's Tower below.
Stay at Beckford's Tower
Read about the history and restoration of Beckford's Tower