The Roman Baths will stay open until 10pm every evening this summer, offering visitors a chance to enjoy the special atmosphere around the torchlit Great Bath. Torchlit Summer Evenings will run from 23 July to 31 August, with last admission at 9pm.

There will be a pop-up bar beside the Great Bath selling champagne, sparkling wine and soft drinks. The museum will stay open late so that visitors can look around the fascinating displays about life in Roman Bath, long after the usual closing time.

Councillor Kevin Guy, Leader of the Council, said: "Summer Evenings are a great opportunity to explore the Roman Baths after hours and soak up the magical atmosphere around the torchlit Great Bath. Admission is free for Bath & North East Somerset residents, and you can book your free tickets on the Roman Baths website."

The Roman Baths Shop will stay open late for visitors to browse the range of quality gifts – many with a Roman and Georgian flavour – including souvenirs, toiletries, jewellery, biscuits, chocolate, locally made crafts, prints and much more.

The following packages, including food and drink, are also available:

Bubbles by the Baths

23 July to 31 August

Weekday: £34.50 per person

Weekend: £36.50 per person

Bath & North East Somerset residents: £9.00 per person

From Romans to Georgians

24 July to 31 August

£70.50 per person

Visit the Roman Baths and enjoy a glass of fizz beside the Great Bath, then head to The Pump Room for a three-course dinner accompanied by live music from the resident pianist.

Book online at www.romanbaths.co.uk/torchlit.

Admission to the Roman Baths is free for residents of Bath & North East Somerset, with a Discovery Card or proof of residence. For more details visit www.bathnes.gov.uk/discoverycard.