Travel

Travel Note

UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) or Visitor Visa

All visitors to the UK now need to obtain a visitor visa before traveling. The easiest way to do this is to get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which works as your visa. Check your eligibility on the website (click "View" button below). Then use the mobile app to fill out an application. Mobile app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/uk-eta/id6444912481 The ETA costs £10 and lasts up to two years.

Flight

Bristol Airport (BRS)

For the quickest arrival, BRS is the closest airport to Babington House -- just a 30-minute taxi ride away. Taxis and Ubers are readily avail at Bristol Airport. Jump in one and we'll see you shortly!

Flight

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

If you have a little more time to spend in the UK, LHR offers nonstops from most major airports (closest direct flight from LA), and drops you directly into London. From Heathrow: Take the Underground Elizabeth Line to London Paddington Station. At Paddington: Transfer to the GWR (Great Western Railway) to Bath Spa Station (~1 hour 10 min ride through scenic countryside). *REMEMBER* to buy your seperate ticket for the GWR train (FYI, this is different than the Underground where you can just tap your phone to use Apple pay. It takes about 2 mins at Paddington train station to buy a ticket). From Bath Spa: Babington House is a 25-minute taxi ride away. The taxi line is directly out front of the station UBER NOTE: An uber from LHR to Babington is ~£140. The drive is ~2 hours through scenic countryside.

Rental Car

Arriving By Car

For those driving, rental cars are available at Heathrow and Bristol Airports. The drive is ~2 hours through scenic countryside. Complimentary parking is provided at Babington House, including EV charging stations in the car park.

Hotel

Babington House

Babington House has 33 rooms. We have fully rented out the property from Wednesday to Friday, and it will serve as our primary venue for all wedding events. No taxis or transportation will be required for any events if staying at Babington House. Rates range from £440 - £950 per night, depending on room size and occupancy. Smaller rooms start at the lower end, while full cottages and lodges are at the higher end. Rooms are limited, so we recommend RSVPing early to help secure your top choice. Since Babington House is a Soho House property, booking must be done through us. When you RSVP, feel free to let us know your general budget or room size preference (e.g. solo traveler, couple, group willing to share, etc.). Rooms will be assigned based on availability and preferences as best we can! To reserve a room, please email: JeremyAndAnnasWedding@gmail.com Our wedding planner will handle your booking. Babington House will then send you a direct payment link in the coming months. No deposit is necessary to reserve your room -- we’ve got that covered. Because we’ve reserved all the rooms at Babington House for our wedding, they’ll show as "fully booked" or "unavailable" online. Have no fear, we're holding them for you! If you’d like to stay on-site, just note that a two-night minimum (Wednesday and Thursday) is required. Guests are welcome to arrive earlier -- just let us know in advance so we can guarantee you have the same room for the duration of your stay. Please note, you do NOT have to stay at Babington House. We are holding other accommodations as well. Please see below for additional options.

Hotel

The Holcombe

We have 11 rooms reserved at a beautiful boutique hotel just 10 minutes from Babington House, exclusively for our wedding guests. Discounted rate: £180 per night. Rooms will be assigned based on RSVP's. No upfront payment is required -- for now, just tell us if you’d like to stay here. In the coming weeks, you’ll be connected with the Holcombe to sort your deposit directly. Guests are welcome to arrive earlier or stay longer -- just let us know in advance so we can guarantee you have the same room for the duration of your stay. Additional Details: Breakfast is included at the inn for those who prefer a slower start on Friday morning. Complimentary taxis will be provided to and from Babington House for Thursday’s events.

Hotel

The Talbot Inn

We have 7 rooms reserved at The Talbot Inn, a charming boutique hotel just 10 minutes from Babington House, exclusively for our wedding guests. Room Options (per night): Very Large Room – £196 Large Room – £184 Medium Room – £171 Small Room – £160 Rooms will be assigned based on RSVPs, so please let us know your preference. No upfront payment is required -- for now, just tell us if you’d like to stay here. In the coming weeks, you’ll be connected with the Talbot to sort your deposit directly. Guests are welcome to arrive earlier or stay longer -- just let us know in advance so we can guarantee you have the same room for the duration of your stay. Additional Details: Complimentary taxis will be provided to and from Babington House for Thursday’s events.

Travel Note

Taxi Information

**NOTE: UBER and LYFT DO NOT SERVICE THIS AREA** There are several taxi companies in the area. We recommend booking in advance for your return trip from Babington House to Bath Spa Station. For arrivals, no stress -- taxis are readily available at the station when you get in. Phil Whitemore (Andy’s Taxi) philwhitemore@icloud.com +44 7947 717 277 Bath Taxi Service +44 1172 141 247 / +44 7787 996 688 info@bathtaxiservice.com www.bathtaxiservice.com A2B Taxis +44 7980 804 742 A2B-taxis@hotmail.com www.a2btaxis-westbury.co.uk Abbey Taxis +44 1225 444 444 abbeytaxis.net Veezu Cars +44 1633 415 710 Bookable via the Veezu App