Things To Do
THINGS TO DO
Weekend Before in London
If you're coming from out of town, we recommend arriving in London a few days early. It's a great way to adjust to the time zone and shake off the jet lag before heading to Frome for the wedding! THINGS TO DO: ~ Classic Sights: • Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, London Eye ~ Museums & Culture: • British Museum, Tate Modern, V&A Museum (all free!) ~ Afternoon Tea: • Treat Yo Self at The Ritz, Sketch, or Claridge’s ~ Theatre: • Catch a West End musical or play ~ Markets & Shopping: • Borough Market for food, Covent Garden for boutiques, and Oxford St for major brands ~ Easy Day Trips: • Windsor Castle, Oxford, Harry Potter Studio Tour (book tickets in advance) WHERE TO STAY: Soho, Covent Garden, Mayfair (central & walkable), South Kensington (quieter but accessible) Getting to Babington House from London: Train from London Paddington → Bath Spa (~1 hour 15 mins), take a 25 minute taxi to Babington House
Babington House
Cowshed Spa
Unwind at the original Cowshed Spa, open to overnight guests. Enjoy treatments like a CBD massage, Cowshed Signature Facial, or cryotherapy -- perfect for a little pre or post wedding reset. To book, email: Georgia.Small@sohohouse.com Or reach out to the spa directly at: +44 1373 812266 Or fill out an inquiry on their website: https://spa.cowshed.com/locations/babington-house No matter how you book, don't forget to mention that you’re part of our wedding party. Appointments can fill up quickly, so we recommend booking in advance!
Indoor and Outdoor Pools
The indoor pool can be found next to the gym, and the outdoor pool sits right outside and is heated all year round.
Tennis and Padel Courts*
There are four grass tennis courts and two padel courts available for wedding guest use. Rackets and balls are provided, just contact the front desk to book a time. * What’s padel, you ask? Great question -- we had no idea either. It’s like tennis and squash had a very stylish baby *
Cricket Pitch
Yo, should we play cricket?!
Gym
The gym has everything you need for a workout. A variety of fitness classes will be offered Wednesday - Friday. * PLEASE CALL THE GYM FRONT DESK TO BOOK @ +44 1373 812266 * (Note: fitness classes are £15 per person) Fitness class schedule: WEDNESDAY 9:30am - Pilates 12pm - Intro to ZenFlow Energy Healing 1:30pm - Stretch, Glutes and Core THURSDAY 8am - Yoga 9:30am - Stretch, Glutes and Core FRIDAY 9.30am - Yoga
The Weekend After
If you have time after the wedding, we highly recommend spending a day or two in Bath -- a stunning, historic city just 25 minutes from Babington House. THINGS TO DO IN BATH: ~ Classic Sights: • Roman Baths: Wander one of the best-preserved ancient Roman sites in the world • Bath Abbey: A breathtaking Gothic church with fan-vaulted ceilings and stained glass • Pulteney Bridge: One of the world's most picturesque bridges, lined with shops and cafes ~ Spa & Relaxation: • Thermae Bath Spa: The only place in the UK where you can bathe in natural thermal waters with views from a gorgeous rooftop pool (book ahead!) • The Gainsborough Spa: Luxury spa experience within a five-star hotel setting ~ Walks & Views: • River Avon Walk: Take a boat ride down the river • Bath Abbey Tower Tour: Climb 200+ steps for panoramic views over Bath’s rooftops WHERE TO STAY IN BATH: Extend your stay at Babington House or hit us up for tons of recs!
Stonehenge
England's most famous historical site is only a 40-minute drive from Babington House. Plan an unforgettable day trip to the world famous monument -- a must-see.