Welcome to Beckford’s Tower & Museum
Writer. Collector. Builder of Towers. Outcast. Exploiter. Owner of enslaved people.
Who was William Beckford? In the newly restored Tower and Museum we tell his story – taking in the view from all perspectives.
Awards and recognition
Since our refurbishment project and relaunch in 2024 Beckford’s Tower has achieved the following commendations:
- AABC Conservation Awards 2026 – Finalist
- 2025 Georgian Group Architectural Award – ‘Restoration of a Georgian Building in a Landscape’
- Bath Bristol and Somerset Tourism Award 2025/2026 – ‘Small Visitor Attraction of the Year’ – Gold
- Bath Bristol and Somerset Tourism Award 2025/2026 – ‘Accessible and Inclusive Tourism’ – Bronze
Plan your visit to Beckford’s Tower and Museum
Opening times, how to get here, accessibility, and everything else you might need to know about visiting Beckford’s Tower and Museum.
Please be aware that the Museum and landscape explores subjects of abuse, enslavement and exploitation
What’s on at Beckford’s Tower
From talks and walks to accessible and family activities: Find out what we’ve got planned at Beckford’s Tower and Museum.
Explore the collection at Beckford’s Tower and Museum
Please note that the Museum’s collection includes objects that William Beckford purchased using proceeds he gained from the transatlantic slave trade.
Learning & community engagement
Our Learning and Education team welcome primary and secondary school trips in Bath. We also deliver outreach, family learning, higher education support, workshops, community events and more.
News
All the latest news from Beckford’s Tower and Museum.
Beckford’s Tower “more accessible than ever before” (press release)
Beckford’s Tower and Museum may be a historic Tower, but its approach to accessibility is...
Introducing the Roof Terrace
Step outside onto our hidden roof terrace – situated halfway up the Tower! The “Our...
Beckford’s Tower NOW OPEN following £3.9million refurbishment
29 June 2024, Bath – Beckford’s Tower and Museum is reopened today (29th June 2024) following...
Download the free guide
The free guide to Beckford’s Tower and the surrounding landscape provides a wealth of extra information and features to enjoy during your visit. We recommend that you download this in advance of your visit.
Support Us
Learn more about our charity’s work and how you could support us through membership, a one-off donation or a legacy gift.