Visiting Bath Law Courts (Civil, Family and Magistrates) — practical guide

REVIEWED BY: Sean McNamara on 2026-08-31

Address and contact

Bath Law Courts (Civil, Family and Magistrates) The Law Courts, North Parade Road, Bath, Bath, BA1 5AF

Phone: 0300 123 5577; 0300 303 0642; 0330 808 4407; 0300 303 0656

Family enquiries (national): 0300 123 5577 (Monday–Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm).

What this court handles

Bankruptcy
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crime
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divorce hearings
Domestic abuse (FL401, non-molestation, occupation)

Facilities and access

Contact the court to confirm facilities and access arrangements.

Before you travel

1. Confirm your hearing — your notice of hearing names the court and room. If in doubt, phone the court with your case number. 2. Arrive early — aim for 30–45 minutes before your listed time to clear security and find your courtroom. 3. Bring ID and your case papers — photo ID, your hearing notice, bundle/position statement (3 copies: you, the judge, the other side). 4. Security search — court security operates like airport security; arrive with time to spare and leave sharp items out. 5. Ask for the family counter — family cases are handled separately from civil/criminal listings at combined centres.

On the day

Check the court list (usually displayed near the entrance) for your case number and courtroom.
If a Support Through Court volunteer is available, they can help you find your room and settle.
Ask an usher if you need adjustments — quiet room, extra time, or to sit away from the other party.

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General information only — not legal advice. Source: HMCTS find-a-court data for Bath Law Courts (Civil, Family and Magistrates) (verified 2026-08-31). Always confirm details with the court before travelling.

Content verified against the official HMCTS court directory, gov.uk forms and fees pages, and the professional body registers (SRA, FMC, Bar Council). Last reviewed September 2026.