Georgian Cold Bath Revealed in Bath Assembly Room

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In a recent excavation led by Wessex Archaeology, the Bath Assembly Rooms…

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Concealed beneath the premises…

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Built between 1769 and 1771 by renowned architect John Wood the Younger…

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Yet, the recently uncovered cold bath offers a fresh perspective on the city's health traditions...

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Currently under the National Trust's purview, the Assembly Rooms promise more revelations as further research gets underway.

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Georgian Cold Bath Revealed in Bath Assembly Room

Georgian Cold Bath Revealed in Bath Assembly Room

In a recent excavation led by Wessex Archaeology, the Bath Assembly Rooms…

In a recent excavation led by Wessex Archaeology, the Bath Assembly Rooms…

…known for social gatherings and elite assemblies since the 18th century, unveiled yet another marvel

…known for social gatherings and elite assemblies since the 18th century, unveiled yet another marvel

Concealed beneath the premises…

Concealed beneath the premises…

…a unique Georgian cold bath was discovered, piquing the curiosity of history buffs and archaeologists globally.

…a unique Georgian cold bath was discovered, piquing the curiosity of history buffs and archaeologists globally.

Built between 1769 and 1771 by renowned architect John Wood the Younger…

Built between 1769 and 1771 by renowned architect John Wood the Younger…

…the Bath Assembly Rooms stood as a testament to Bath's legacy, famous for its naturally warm spring waters.

…the Bath Assembly Rooms stood as a testament to Bath's legacy, famous for its naturally warm spring waters.

Yet, the recently uncovered cold bath offers a fresh perspective on the city's health traditions...

Yet, the recently uncovered cold bath offers a fresh perspective on the city's health traditions...

...contrary to popular belief, cold bathing, as a therapeutic practice, was equally endorsed during the Georgian era.

...contrary to popular belief, cold bathing, as a therapeutic practice, was equally endorsed during the Georgian era.

Currently under the National Trust's purview, the Assembly Rooms promise more revelations as further research gets underway.

Currently under the National Trust's purview, the Assembly Rooms promise more revelations as further research gets underway.

This discovery not only enriches our understanding of Georgian societal norms but also unravels architectural advancements.

This discovery not only enriches our understanding of Georgian societal norms but also unravels architectural advancements.

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