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A Tale of Wool and Waywardness

Bradford on Avon Georgian Walking Tour
The Alex Moulton Charitable Trust
Wed 22 Apr ’26 - Wed 28 Oct ’26
Wed 22 Apr ’26
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Wed 28 Oct ’26

Bath may have its Jane Austen connections, but Georgian life in Bradford on Avon was far more colourful, and far more scandalous than anything Mr Darcy could have imagined.

The Bradford on Avon Georgian Tour: Wool and Waywardness reveals a world of immense wealth, sexual intrigue, industrial ambition, and social unrest.

Beginning at The Hall Estate, Bradford on Avon’s iconic Grade I-listed Jacobean mansion, this immersive walking tour leads you through the town to uncover the dramatic stories behind its Georgian streets, riverside industry, and grand houses, alongside industrial heritage and rebellion.

This is not a dry history lesson — it is a vivid, adult-only exploration of power, excess, scandal, and collapse at the height of the Georgian era, and a love letter for Bridgerton fans seeking the real Georgian world.

What’s Included

  • A fully guided walking tour for lovers of Georgian history beyond Jane Austen, led by Andrew Kerslake, a former Senior Lecturer at Bath University and Professor Emeritus at Oxford Brookes University.

  • Access to The Hall Estate, including its historic rooms and key features.

  • Time to explore The Hall Estate’s grounds at the conclusion of the tour.

  • A complimentary illustrated 8 page booklet to take home.

Step into a world of wool, wealth, desire, and disorder — and discover why Georgian Bradford on Avon was anything but polite.

Tour Information – Questions & Answers

Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour both starts and ends at The Hall Estate, Bradford on Avon.

What time should I arrive?
Please arrive in good time. Tours will start promptly at the advertised time and late arrivals may not be able to join once the tour has begun.

How long does the tour last?
The tour lasts approximately 1½ to 2 hours.

What happens if the weather is bad?
Tours will go ahead whatever the weather, so please dress appropriately for outdoor walking.

Is the tour suitable for children or dogs?
No. This is an adult-only tour and dogs are not permitted.

How much walking is involved?
The tour involves walking up to one mile, with some inclines and steps along the route. Comfortable footwear is recommended.

Can I bring food or a picnic?
Yes. Tour attendees are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in The Hall’s grounds either before or after the tour.

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