Sense and Sensibility

at The Garden Theatre Festival
Bath Available from Tue 14 Jul to Sun 26 Jul

30% off with Family Tickets!

+ No booking fees

Book Sense and Sensibility tickets & enjoy Jane Austen’s classic romance re‑imagined at the only open-air theatre in Bath

  • Experience Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility as a witty, open‑air theatrical rom‑com
  • A lively, modern adaptation from the Garden Theatre Festival repertory company
  • Set in the beautiful Georgian gardens of the Holburne Museum
  • Bring your own cushions or chairs, or hire a festival deck chair
  • Book now for one of Bath’s must‑see summer theatre events!

Sense and Sensibility at Holburne Museum

  • Dates: Tuesday 14 July - Sunday 26 July 2026
  • Performance Times: 1:00pm & 7:00pm (selected dates)
  • Doors Open: 1 hour before each performance
  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages
  • Location: The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bathwick, BA2 4DB

Feathered bonnets, ballroom dances & Austen at her funniest

Join sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood as they navigate heartbreak, hope and high society in Georgian England. In this fast‑paced, laugh‑out‑loud adaptation, deeply repressed feelings meet foolish social rules, dramatic letters and the eternal search for love and security.

  • A charming, high‑energy retelling of Austen’s beloved novel
  • Outrageous comedy, emotional extremes and joyful multi‑rolling
  • Dazzling ballroom moments and sharp societal satire
  • Relax with a cool drink, picnic blanket and summer sunset setting
  • Fully open‑air performances - the show goes on, come rain or shine

Romantic, ridiculous and refreshingly lively, Sense and Sensibility is a joyful highlight of the Garden Theatre Festival 2026. Book now and soak up one of Bath’s greatest open‑air theatre experiences. Tickets delivered instantly via email.

Location

The Holburne Museum

Great Pulteney St,
Bathwick,
Bath,
Somerset,
BA2 4DB
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How to find us

The festival is situated in the beautiful gardens of The Holburne Museum which is located on Great Pulteney St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4DB.

Parking: During the daytime paid parking is available at the Holburne Museum, as well as on the surrounding roads. During the evening free parking is available after 7pm at the Holburne and on the surrounding roads.

Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilets
More Info
Is The Garden Theatre Festival wheelchair accessible?

The festival and all events are wheelchair accessible. There are public toilets which are wheelchair accessible, on the ground floor and in the basement. The basement toilets are accessible via the lift.

Is The Garden Theatre Festival suitable for children?

All shows are created with family in mind. Every production is packed full of enough music, comedy and fun to keep everyone entertained.

Babies in arms have free entry. Baby changing areas are available for use on the ground floor of the Holburne Museum. All events are pushchair accessible. 

When does The Garden Theatre Festival in Bath open?

General admission door times will be confirmed prior to the event (you’ll receive an email from the team), but in most cases you will be able to access the festival an hour before the event starts.

Is The Garden Theatre Festival dog-friendly?

Yes, well behaved dogs are very welcome if kept on a lead. Please be aware that some dogs do find the theatre experience a little ‘Barky’. The team ask that owners are sensitive to this prior to bringng your dog.

Is there seating at The Garden Theatre Festival in Bath?

Don’t fancy bringing your own chair? The team have you covered! Enjoy one of the deck chairs for £4.50 to save you the hassle. You can do this by selecting 'Deckchair' in the 'Add-ons' section when booking a ticket for a show.

What should you bring to The Garden Theatre Festival in Bath?

Please dress for the weather, even though you will be protected from the rain or sunshine, please dress accordingly - fancy dress encouraged!

You may bring your own chairs or blankets, or hire onsite.

Picnics are welcome, and there are baby changing areas available. Pushchairs are allowed, so the whole family can enjoy the festival with ease!

What is The Garden Theatre Festival in Bath?

The Garden Theatre Festival is Bath's only open-air theatre! Bring a chair, a picnic and your friends or family (or both!) and relax as you enjoy Bath's greatest summer theatre event. 

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