Did you know? The planet Uranus was discovered from a back garden in Bath Queen Victoria spurned Bath after its citizens joked about her plump ankles Hollywood star Nicolas Cage, former Prime Minister Pitt the Elder and artist Thomas Gainsborough have all lived on the same Bath streetSmall but perfectly formed, Bath is a fascinating city with a history stretching back to pre-Roman times. It was the destination of choice for Georgian high society, attracting gamblers, rakes and pleasure-seekers. Today, it is still a popular tourist destination, home to quirky characters, fascinating architecture and an intriguing history.