Travelling by train to the Herschel Museum of Astronomy is super-simple. The nearest railway station to the Herschel Museum of Astronomy is Bath Spa, which is served by GWR services throughout the day. It's 10 minutes to the Herschel Museum of Astronomy on foot. Turn left out of the station and follow the river to Green Park and continue along Chapel Row. Turn left onto New King Street and the museum is just down the road on the left-hand side.
The Herschel Museum of Astronomy is full of wonders for all to enjoy. You'll find it jam-packed with a fascinating historic collection dedicated to the many achievements of the Herschel family, distinguished astronomers, and talented musicians. It was from this house that William Herschel discovered the planet Uranus in 1781 with a telescope of his own design. The museum is suitable for all ages.
Visit the Herschel Museum of Astronomy website for opening information.
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Departures and arrivals from Bath Spa
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| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Portsmouth Harbour | Great Western Railway | 15:35 | 2 | On time |
| to Cardiff Central | Great Western Railway | 15:39 | 1 | On time |
| to London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 15:43 | 2 | On time |
| to Weston-super-Mare | Great Western Railway | 15:50 | 1 | On time |
| to Warminster | Great Western Railway | 16:02 | 2 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Portsmouth Harbour | Great Western Railway | 15:38 | 1 | On time |
| from Bristol Temple Meads | Great Western Railway | 15:42 | 2 | Late |
| from London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 15:48 | 1 | On time |
| from Bristol Temple Meads | Great Western Railway | 16:01 | 2 | On time |
| from Warminster | Great Western Railway | 16:10 | 1 | On time |