Bath Law Courts Civil Family and Magistrates
Name of Court
Bath Law Courts Civil Family and Magistrates
Address
The Law Courts
North Parade Road
Bath
BA1 5AF
Opening Times
Court open
Monday to Friday 09.00am to 4.30pm
Counter open
Monday to Friday 10.00am to 2.00pm
Telephone enquiries answered
Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
Magistrates court somersetcrime@justice.gov.uk
Enquiries contactcrime@justice.gov.uk
(Crime customer service centre)
Enquiries SJS@justice.gov.uk
(Single Justice Service enquiries only)
County court av-bathcounty@justice.gov.uk
(For contact outside of court telephone answering times)
Breathing space enquiries bath.breathingspace@justice.gov.uk
Mediation scenquiries@justice.gov.uk
(Small Claims)
Telephone Number
Magistrates court 0330 808 4407
(Crime customer service centre)
Enquiries 0300 303 0656
(Magistrates Single Justice Procedure Notice enquiries)
County court 0300 123 5577
Payments 0300 123 9252
Witness service 0300 332 1000
Navigating the legal landscape can be overwhelming, but you're not alone. At Vanguard McKenzie Friend Services, we offer expert support in Family Law, Judicial Review, High Court Appeals, and more. With a commitment to justice and your rights, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
Building Facilities
If you have a disability and need help coming to a hearing, please contact 0300 303 0656.
No parking
There are no parking facilities at this building. Paid off-site parking is available at Bath Cricket Club, Manvers Street and Southgate car parks. There are park and ride services into Bath. If blue badge holders notify the court the day before a parking space is required a space can be made available on site.
Disabled access
This building has a ramp to the building entrance and level access in to court rooms and hearing rooms and a lift to the first floor (courtrooms 1, 2, 3 & 4).
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
Lanyards available on request.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.
Hearing Loop
The building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know of your requirements.
Security arch
For safety and security, all users and their possessions will be searched by security when they enter this building. We have a security arch. Please alert the security officer if you have a pacemaker.
Lift
A lift to the first floor (courtrooms 1, 2, 3 & 4).
Public toilets
Public toilets are available on the first floor.
Disabled toilet
Accessible toilets are available and are located on the ground floor of the main building.
Refreshments
Hot and cold vending machines are available on the first floor of the main building. (Vending machines are currently out of order 06/09/24)
Interview room
Eight interview / consultation rooms are available on the first floor. Two interview rooms are available outside Court 5 on the ground floor.
Waiting Room
This building has a public waiting area outside each court hearing room and a separate witness area.
Baby changing facility
Baby changing facilities are located on the first floor.
Prayer / Quiet room
A quite room for prayer or contemplation is available.
Video facilities
Electronic Presentation of Evidence (EPE) facility.
Wireless network connection
Public Wi Fi is available.
Witness service
Support for witnesses is available from Citizens Advice Witness Service (https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/citizens-advice-witness-service)