The Roman drain
The Roman Baths were built approximately 2000 years ago. The Hot Springs beneath the baths yield over one million litres per day, at a constant temperature of 46c. After the fall of the Roman Empire in the fifth century the baths,over a period of time became covered by mud, stones and water. The baths were later rediscovered by the Victorians.
Roman Baths & Museum in Bath
Roman Baths & Museum, Pump Room, Stall Street, BATH, BA1 1LZ, 01225 477 785
The spring overflow, the hot water that was not required flowed into the Roman drain and then carried to the River Avon.
Roman Baths & Museum, Pump Room, Stall Street, BATH, BA1 1LZ, 01225 477 785
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