Sally Lunn's Museum is a small museum located in the historic city of Bath. It is housed in the oldest building in Bath, which dates back to the 15th century. The museum tells the story of Sally Lunn, a French Huguenot baker who came to Bath in the 18th century and created the famous Sally Lunn bun.

The museum is located on the ground floor of Sally Lunn's restaurant, which is still in operation today. Visitors to the museum can see the original kitchen where Sally Lunn baked her buns, as well as a variety of other historical artifacts, such as baking equipment, recipes, and advertising materials.

Shop frontage with blue-painted bow panelled window and sign with date 1680.

The museum also has a number of interactive exhibits, where visitors can learn more about the history of baking and the Sally Lunn bun. For example, there is an exhibit where visitors can try their hand at making their own Sally Lunn bun, and there is another exhibit where visitors can learn about the different ways that Sally Lunn buns were eaten in the past.

The museum is free to enter for children and OAPs, and for all guests who take refreshment at the restaurant. The museum is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm weekdays and Sunday and 10:00am to 6:00pm on Saturdays, seven days a week.

In addition to the museum, Sally Lunn's is also a popular restaurant and tearoom. Visitors can enjoy a variety of dishes made with Sally Lunn buns, such as the traditional Bath bun with butter, or the more adventurous savory bun with smoked salmon and cream cheese. Sally Lunn's also serves a variety of other dishes, such as traditional English breakfasts, afternoon tea, and evening meals.

Whether you are interested in history, food, or simply want to experience a unique Bath institution, Sally Lunn's is a must-visit.

Tips for Visitors

Free Entry with Dining: If you purchase a meal or refreshment in the Historic Eating House upstairs, you can gain free entry to the micro-museum in the cellar below.
Keep it Quick: The museum is very small, essentially one room in the basement showcasing the original kitchen. A visit can take as little as 5 minutes if you're in a hurry.
See the History: The museum features Sally Lunn's original 17th-century kitchen, an oven dating back to c. 1100, and exposed remains of medieval Bath revealed by an ongoing archaeological dig.
Takeaway Souvenir: The museum area includes a gift shop where you can purchase the famous Sally Lunn Buns to take home, often beautifully packaged.
Location: The establishment is centrally located in Bath, just a few paces from Bath Abbey and The Roman Baths. It is found down North Parade Passage, which is a small pedestrian alley.
Timing: To avoid the longest queues for dining (and subsequent museum entry), consider visiting earlier in the morning or after 3:00 PM. The museum is generally open from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily, but you should confirm the latest hours on their official website before your visit.
Dogs: Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed inside the premises.
Disabled Access: As a historic building, Sally Lunn's presents accessibility challenges. While works in 1998 allowed for some wheelchair access to the ground floor refreshment room, the toilets are located on the first floor (up a flight of stairs) with no possibility for improvement. The Kitchen Museum is in the cellar, accessible only by a dozen or so stone steps. If a member of your party has mobility issues, it is highly recommended that you call ahead so the staff can make arrangements for the smoothest possible visit to the ground floor.

Useful Links

Sally Lunn's: Official Website (Opens in new window) Provides visitor information including the address, daily opening hours, the phone number, and details of the Kitchen Museum and gift shop.

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Tours of Sally Lunn's Museum (Opens in new window) A list of private guided chauffeured tours, all featuring a visit to Sally Lunn's Museum. Plus more information and photos of Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House.

Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House General information about Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House in Bath, describing it as a historic 15th-century building, a popular dining spot serving traditional British food and the world-famous Sally Lunn Bun.

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