The local area surrounding Pemberley Place

Pemberley Place anchors the new community of Ensleigh, acting as the focal point and hub for a diverse, confident and thriving neighbourhood.

Surrounded by countryside criss-crossed with stone walls, the area takes its name from the ‘sleight’ or summer sheep pasture, for which it was used from Saxon times until the early 20th century.

The building’s striking, glazed tower entrance and welcoming foyer pay homage to novelist, art collector and traveller William Beckford’s famous Italianate Tower, which is just across the road. Built in 1823 as the centrepiece of a continuous mile-long private retreat with gardens, plantations and rustic seats overlooking the Avon Valley, Beckford proclaimed it “the finest prospect in Europe.” And now this panorama is yours to appreciate every day.

Be part of this exciting new neighbourhood in Lansdown, north of Bath city centre. It’s the perfect location to make the most of existing connections and enjoy meeting new neighbours and friends.

See and feel the inspiration from Jane Austen’s 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice and the local landscape. The development, apartments, parades and terraces all take their names from famous characters and places (such as Fitzwilliam Darcy’s country estate, Pemberley) or local landmarks like William Beckford’s tower and ornamental gardens nearby.

Local attractions and places of interest

The World Heritage City of Bath offers an amazing array of history and culture to be explored, including the ancient Roman Baths and modern Thermae Bath Spa.

Local bus services take you from Pemberley Place straight into the centre of town in less than 20 minutes, where you will find an abundance of places to eat and drink, shop, and enjoy your free time at museums, theatres and galleries.

Surrounded by the playing fields of local schools and societies, this part of Bath has strong sporting credentials – with Bath Racecourse, Lansdown Golf Club, two rugby clubs and squash, tennis and croquet all just minutes away from your new home.

The iconic Royal and Lansdown Crescents are also just a short journey from Pemberley Place, offering you impressive 18th century architecture from Jane Austen’s era, while Kennet and Avon Canal; one of Britain’s most popular routes for cycling, walking and canoeing is also nearby.

The rolling hills and beautiful countryside surrounding Bath provide opportunities for interesting day trips year round, including to Stonehenge, Avebury, Longleat Safari Park and several National Trust properties.

Great transport connections

Bath’s excellent road and rail connections make visiting both rural Somerset and Wiltshire, and vibrant city destinations, easy.

Bath Spa station serves the whole South West region and the highspeed service can whisk you to London Paddington in just 90 minutes.

Local community links

Pemberley Place benefits from close links with a wide range of local organisations. Bath Preservation Trust was involved in the design of the building, and the Abbot Alphege Academy Primary School close by work with us in a number of ways to support intergenerational opportunities.

However you like to spend your time, the setting at Pemberley Place really does offer something for everyone.