William Herschel Museum
While the astronomer William Herschel stayed in Bath in 1781, he discovered the planet Uranus, using a telescope he built for himself. His discovery, along with the ingenious scientific methods he used, earned him the honour as one of history's greatest astronomers.
The museum named after him contains a replica of his workshop, his kitchen, and the music room at the Herschel house, where he lived with his sister, Caroline.
Address: 19 New King Street, Bath
Telephone: 01225 446865
Website: www.bath-preservation-trust.org.uk/museums/herschel
Opening time: Weekdays (closed Wednesdays) 1pm to 5pm ; Weekends 11am to 5pm .
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