Community Arts Centre · Bath · BA1 1QR

Chapel Arts Centre

Widely acclaimed as one of the finest, most acoustically perfect small independent performance spaces in the region. Housed in a beautifully converted former chapelry, it features a fully licensed organic cafe and hosts a top-tier calendar of acoustic folk, classic blues, progressive roots, and intimate theatre.

Cap. 150 3-4 times a week Folk, Blues, Roots, Acoustic, Rock, Spoken Word

Opening hours

Monday	Event-based
Tuesday	Event-based
Wednesday	Event-based
Thursday	Event-based
Friday	19:00-23:00
Saturday	19:00-23:00
Sunday	19:00-22:30

Door times for events may differ — check the venue listing.

Venue details

Address: Lower Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1QR
Phone: +44 1225 461700
Capacity: 150
Genres: Folk, Blues, Roots, Acoustic, Rock, Spoken Word
Accessibility: Excellent level street access throughout, dedicated accessible seating, accessible toilet.

What's on at Chapel Arts Centre → Google Maps directions

What the room is like

At a capacity of around 150, this is one of Bath's small rooms — close enough to the stage that the sound carries without a PA fighting the space. Small rooms sell out quietly, so book rather than turning up.

The programme leans Folk, Blues, Roots, Acoustic, Rock and Spoken Word, with live music on 3-4 times a week. Listings change constantly — our live events feed carries what's actually on sale.

There's a bar on site and food is served.

Access

Excellent level street access throughout, dedicated accessible seating, accessible toilet.

Access details change with the room layout for a given show, so contact the venue directly to confirm before booking if you have specific requirements — +44 1225 461700.

Getting there and getting home

Chapel Arts Centre is at Lower Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1QR. It holds 150 people, making it the fifth-largest of the 8 rooms in this guide. It runs as a community arts centre. Live music runs 3-4 times a week.

Mid-sized rooms like this one mix touring acts with local bills, so the booking pattern varies by night. Access: Excellent level street access throughout, dedicated accessible seating, accessible toilet.

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Chapel Arts Centre — frequently asked

When is Chapel Arts Centre open?

Chapel Arts Centre opening hours: Monday: Event-based, Tuesday: Event-based, Wednesday: Event-based, Thursday: Event-based, Friday: 19:00-23:00, Saturday: 19:00-23:00, Sunday: 19:00-22:30. Hours may vary when live events are running — always check the venue website for event-specific door times.

What type of music does Chapel Arts Centre put on?

Chapel Arts Centre programmes folk, blues, roots, acoustic, rock, spoken word. Live music runs 3-4 times a week. Check the venue's what's-on page for the current week's listings.

How big is Chapel Arts Centre?

Chapel Arts Centre has a capacity of approximately 150. It is one of Bath's smaller, more intimate live music spaces.

Where is Chapel Arts Centre in Bath?

Chapel Arts Centre is at Lower Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1QR. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Chapel Arts Centre accessible?

Excellent level street access throughout, dedicated accessible seating, accessible toilet.

How do I get tickets for events at Chapel Arts Centre?

Tickets for Chapel Arts Centre events are typically available through the venue's own website (https://chapelarts.org/) or through general ticketing platforms such as Ticketmaster, Dice, or Eventbrite depending on the event. Some smaller nights are pay-on-the-door — check the event listing for the booking method.