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tlie horses in use. They do not as a rule show the 

 high breeding of those which fly over the shires, but 

 are more of the old style of hunter. Being desirous 

 of visiting Badminton, its kennels and stables, I 

 decide upon going to Bath, which is a most delightful 

 abiding place for those wishing to hunt%ith the Duke, 

 whilst combining the pleasures of a^minor metropolis 

 with the sports of the field. 



I therefore bid farewell to the Angel and its 

 courteous proprietor, Mr. Careless, and travel vicL the 

 Great Western Railway to the ancient city of 

 " Akemannesceaster,^^ as it was designated by the 

 "Romanised Briton," but which we, having less 

 leisure than the ancient Briton, call ''^ Bath " for short- 

 ness in these busy times. At least so I learn by the 

 perusal of Mr. Peach's last edition of *" Rambles about 

 Bath and its Neighbourhood,^ which I recommend to 

 all visitors, having found this author " a guide, 

 philosopher, and friend," during [my short stay. The 

 weather on my arrival was splendid, and being 

 Sunday afternoon, the Park was thronged with pedes- 

 trians. Never have I seen so many pretty women, of 

 all classes, assembled at any given time or place. I 

 have always had a strong affinity Bath-wards, and re- 

 tain a recollection of its beauties in my early days. 



After deliberate and careful consideration, I come 

 to the conclusion that the best advice I can give to 

 '^ persons about to marry," is to , " go to Bath." But 

 from every other point of view^the place is charming ; 

 the houses are excellent, especially those in the 

 Crescent, Brock Street, or the Circus ; the inhabitants 

 are very prone to hospitality.^ .The^hotels are attrac- 

 tive \ those who prefer old-fashioned and comfortable 



