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Recreation Ground, Bath

1894 establishments in EnglandBath RugbyCricket grounds in SomersetGrade II listed buildings in Bath, SomersetParks and open spaces in Bath, Somerset
Rugby union stadiums in EnglandSports venues completed in 1894Sports venues in Bath, SomersetUse British English from October 2013
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The Recreation Ground (commonly the Rec) is a large open space in the centre of Bath, England, next to the River Avon, which is available to be used by permission from the Recreation Ground Trust for recreational purposes by the public at large but particularly the people of Bath and surrounding areas.About a quarter of the Rec is leased to Bath Rugby during the rugby union season as a sports ground capable of holding 14,500 people. During the summer the rugby ground's temporary East Stand is removed to make way for cricket on a larger pitch. This cricket pitch is used for local contests and was used by Somerset County Cricket Club until 2011. Parts of the eastern area of the Rec are used by Bath Hockey Club, Bath Croquet Club, Bath Drama Club, Bath Quidditch Club and for some tennis courts. Pitches are available for amateur sports such as Football, Volleyball and Lacrosse. There is a cricket pavilion at the William Street entrance to the ground. The council-run Sports and Leisure Centre is located on the southern edge of the Rec, accessed via North Parade. In former years the Rec was subject to periodic flooding from the River Avon, but a flood alleviation scheme in the 1960s improved the flow of the river. However, the Rec remains part of the floodplain at risk of occasional flooding. The ground can still get very boggy after heavy rains.

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Recreation Ground, Bath
North Parade Road, Bath Widcombe

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Bath Sports and Leisure Centre

North Parade Road
BA2 4ET Bath, Widcombe
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