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Since the 18th century some of Britain's finest cabinet makers were producing their work in Bath. Much of this furniture remained in the area, and as a result there is a strong presence of first class antiques shops and Markets today.
There are antique markets and centers that host a number of dealers offering specialty items or general line antiques to suit all areas of taste and offers a rich selection of antiques and quality goods .
ANTIQUES:
Bath & Bradford-on-Avon Antique Dealers Association.
Tel 01225 851466, Fax 01225 851120.
Representing more than 70 professional dealers, the Bath and Bradford-on-Avon Antique Dealers Association offers impartial help and advice to buyers on where to shop for antiques.
Antique dealers are mainly located in the Bartlett Street area, Margaret's Buildings, George Street and Walcot Street and include:
Bartlett Street Antique Centre, 5/10 Bartlett Street, Bath. 60 dealers Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm; Wednesday Market from 8am-5pm. Tel: 01225 466689.
Features over 50 knowledgeable dealers offering everything from buttons and baths to textiles and toys. 160 showcases filled with treasures for any collector.
Bath Saturday Antiques Market, Walcot Street, Bath. Wednesdays 6.30am-2.30pm. Tel: 01225 337638.
Fountain Antiques Centre, 3 Fountain Buildings, Lansdown Road, Bath. Established dealers trading on 2 floors. 10am-5pm Monday to Saturday. Porcelain, military, toys, clocks and lots of collectable items over 2 floors.
Paragon Antique Market, Bladud Buildings, Bath. 60 Stalls. Wednesdays 6.30am-2.30pm. Tel: 01225 463715.
Walcot Antique Flea Market, Walcot Street, Bath. Antiques and bric-a-brac on Saturdays 8am-4pm. Tel: 01225 858373.
Bath Vintage & Antiques (BathVA) Monthly Market and Gallery
Free entry, 60 Traders
Undercover market venue: Green Park Station, Bath City Center.
On offer: High Quality Furniture, Jewellery, Brantiques, Decorative Accessories, Vintage Fashion, Kitchenallia, Quality Recycled Products, Silverware, Ceramics, Upholstery, Curiosities, Garden Ephemera, Clocks, Books, etc.
Plus, Vintage Tearoom, Cider Bar and Buskers
Last Sunday of every month, 9.30am - 4pm
Dates: 28.08.2011, 25.09.2011, 30.10.2011, 27.11.2011, 18.12.11
Undercover market venue: Green Park Station, Green Park Road, Bath, Somerset BA1 1JB
Tel: 07723611249
MARKETS:
Bath Farmers' Market: Green Park Station. Every 2 weeks on Saturdays 9am-2pm.
Bath Christmas Market, in December every year, located around the Roman Baths.
Another centre worth checking out is the Assembly Antiques Centre, and it also is filled with specialist dealers in silver, furniture, paintings, prints and other goods.
There are several regularly scheduled antiques markets held in the area, including the Paragon Antiques Market that takes place every Wednesday, and the Bath Flea Market held on Saturdays. To get advance information to assist you in planning your visit, contact the Bath and Bradford On Avon Antique Dealers Association
A guide booklet available from the Bath and Bradford on Avon Antique Dealers Association lists over 100 antique dealers in the area, many who specialize in specific areas of interest, including Furniture, Antique textiles, linen & Lace, Clocks, Jewellery, Books & prints, and Fine Art
Carboot Sales
Car Boot Sale - Bath Racecourse, Lansdown Bath BA1 9BU Please call Ron Hamilton on 01179 513174
Bath Racecourse Car Boot sale takes place every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from April to September.
Cost £8 for a car, £12 for a van.
Sellers from 7.30 Buyers Opens 9am.
Free Entrance.
TOY & TRAIN COLLECTORS FAIR
12th Jun 2011 at 10:30—15:00 Location: The Showground
Up to 300 stalls selling the best in collectable toys, Dinky, Corgi, Dolls & Teddies, Model Railway items. Old & new items for sale or swap.
Admission Prices
£3.50 / £3.00
Early Bird - £7.50 (from 8.30am)
For further information:
S Volwles - 01373 452857
Truckfest
2nd Jul 2011—3rd Jul 2011 at 09:00—17:30
The largest collection of customised trucks & main arena spectacles and celebrities in the South of England
Live Promotions
Tel: 01775 768661
Giant Flea Market
28th Aug 2011 at 09:00—17:00 Location: Bath and West Showground Shepton Mallet Somerset
THE PIED PIPER
CAR BOOT SALE EVERY SUNDAY MORNING Gates open 6.30am
Undercover if raining
Antiques and Collectable’s there by the score,
Car Boots more.. ...than 140 stalls on any day!
1200+ Cars visiting each event can't all be wrong.
On the A36 between Bath & Warminster Over 140 Stalls each week, for more information
Tel: 01225 764890 Mobile: 07952352931
BOOKSELLERS in Bath:
Good Buy Books, 6 North Parade, Bath .Tel: 01225 469625.
Waterstones, 4-5 Milsom Street, Bath Tel: 01225 448515.
Whitemans, 7 Orange Grove, Bath Tel: 01225 464029.
Links to Car Boot Sales across the UK
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