American Museum & Gardens

The American Museum & Gardens is a hidden gem of tranquil gardens surrounding a beautiful Grade-I listed Georgian Manor House, located just 10 minutes from the centre of Bath.

With plenty of versatile spaces to chose from, The American Museum & Gardens will have something to suit any event, where guests are looking for a tranquil and elegant setting. It’s a beautiful venue, with spaces for events within their heritage spaces and the gardens themselves available to hire and for a marquee to be constructed. For any event hosted at the American Museum & Gardens, guests will be able to access their stunning gardens, which are the perfect spot for a summer drinks reception.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Location and Address

Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 7BD

Capacity of Venue

Up to 120 indoors, or up to 400 in a marquee on the lawn.

Does this venue support indoor or outdoor events?

Both.

Does this venue hold a wedding license?

Yes, all their event spaces are fully licensed.

What catering and bar options are available?

Catering must be supplied by the venues catering partner, Grayson’s. You are welcome to bring in your own bar supplier, and a corkage fee is not charged.

ACEs Recommended Events

Weddings, Drinks Receptions, Corporate Meetings/ Conferences, Private Celebrations

History

The American Museum was opened to the public in 1961, with the ambition to showcase American decorative arts and dispel stereotypes about American culture. Whilst the main building, the Claverton Manor, dates back to 1588.