About this tour
Explore Bath's overlooked rock and roll legacy across two hours of walking through Georgian streetscapes. The city hosted pivotal moments in British rock history—Eddie Cochran's fatal crash in 1960, Fleetwood Mac's watershed moment at Twerton Park, and the 1970 Blues Festival that seeded Glastonbury. You'll visit recording studios, former live venues like Moles Club where Tears for Fears took off, and locations tied to Peter Gabriel's songwriting. A guide leads you through this vibrant musical heritage alongside the city's classical reputation.
Highlights
- Eddie Cochran crash site at Combe Down, 1960
- Fleetwood Mac's Peter Green farewell, Twerton Park
- Bath Blues Festival's role in founding Glastonbury
- Moles Club and Tears for Fears' early performances
- Crescent Studios recording archive and heritage
- Peter Gabriel's 'Solsbury Hill' songwriting locations
- Rock rehearsal spaces tucked inside Bath pubs
What to expect
A guided circuit of Bath's rock landmarks, mixing venue visits, street-level storytelling, and architectural context. Expect to hear accounts of specific gigs, recording sessions, and the musicians who shaped 1960s–80s British rock while standing on the actual ground where these events unfolded. The route covers Georgian terraces and working music spaces; some venues are viewable from outside rather than visited in full. Two hours on foot means a steady pace with natural stopping points for anecdotes and photographs.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required due to Bath's hilly terrain and sustained walking. Prams and strollers are manageable on most streets. Service animals welcome. Not suitable for those with cardiovascular concerns. Nearby public transport available if you need to shorten the route.
Frequently asked
- How long does Rock and roll Through Time Bath’s Hidden Music History take?
- Rock and roll Through Time Bath’s Hidden Music History runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does Rock and roll Through Time Bath’s Hidden Music History cost?
- Prices start from AUD $39 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Rock and roll Through Time Bath’s Hidden Music History run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Rock and roll Through Time Bath’s Hidden Music History?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.