Queen Square, Georgian square in Bath, England
Queen Square presents a collection of townhouses arranged in a rectangular formation, featuring Palladian architectural elements and a central obelisk monument.
John Wood designed this square in the early 18th century as his first major development in Bath, naming it after Queen Caroline, wife of George II.
The square maintains its position as a central gathering space for Bath residents, hosting markets, community events, and seasonal celebrations throughout the year.
The Francis Hotel occupies the south side of the square, while the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution stands on the northern section.
The square's central obelisk, erected in 1738 by Beau Nash to honor Frederick, Prince of Wales, was reduced in height in 1815 after damage from severe weather.
Location: Bath and North East Somerset
Architects: John Wood
Architectural style: Georgian architecture
GPS coordinates: 51.38360,-2.36361
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
Jane Austen Centre
54 m
Francis Hotel, Bath
73 m
Bath War Memorial
115 m
Queen Square Obelisk
20 m
The Raven
124 m
Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein
85 m
1A and 1-6 Wood Street
83 m
9, 10 And 11, George Street
120 m
K6 Telephone Box
92 m
1, John Street
113 m
1-12, Queen's Parade
108 m
1, Queen's Parade Place
77 m
2, Queen's Parade Place
82 m
35-40, Gay Street
76 m
31 Gay Street; 12 and 12A, George Street
113 m
2-22, Milsom Street
126 m
No. 2 With Railings
53 m
Rivers Gate To Royal Avenue From Queen's Parade
119 m
34, Gay Street
93 m
Nos. 18a, 19 And 20 And Attached Railings
57 m
32, Gay Street
103 m
Pair Of Lodges And Attached Walls To The Rear Of No 24 Queen Street
75 m
21-27, Queen Square
36 m
18, Queen Square
61 m
41, Gay Street
58 m
No. 1a With Railings
52 m
No. 1 With Railings
51 m
33, Gay Street
98 mReviews
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