Colourscape is a giant walk-in sculpture of colour and light: a magical labyrinth of glowing chambers that visitors explore while wearing coloured cloaks. Illuminated entirely by natural daylight, the installation transforms simple primary colours into an ever-changing landscape of shifting hues and radiant pathways.
As you wander through the interconnected tunnels, you encounter moments of live music, movement and performance unfolding throughout the structure. Each visit becomes a unique journey through colour, sound and space.
Created by artists Peter Jones and Lynne Dickens, Colourscape has toured internationally for over 40 years and is presented by the Eye Music Trust. The structure contains dozens of interconnected chambers, offering constantly changing perspectives as visitors move through the installation.
Visitors wear coloured cloaks which blend with the illuminated walls, making everyone part of the artwork itself. Colours appear to shift and merge as you move, creating a dreamlike environment where colour can feel almost physical.
Along the way you may encounter musicians, dancers or performers responding to the unique acoustic and visual environment of the labyrinth. These performances transform Colourscape into a living artwork where sound, movement and colour interact.
Whether you stay quietly soaking in the atmosphere or follow performers through the tunnels, Colourscape offers a joyful and sensory adventure for audiences of all ages.
Colourscape Music Festival is brought to you by Eye Music, Crescent Music and Bath Arts Collective in partnership with Bath Recreation with the support of Arts Council England, Roper Family Charitable Trust and Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Tickets: Adult: £15 , Child (12 and under): £12
Music programme
Saturday 23 May
A day of experimental sound and movement, with multi-instrumentalist Sylvia Hallett (accordion, hurdy-gurdy, amplified bicycle wheel) and Korean flautist Hyelim Kim creating an evolving improvised soundscape, as dancers led by Eileih Muir move audiences through the Colourscape.
Sunday 24 May
Concert guitarist and composer Richard Durrant brings his distinctive blend of classical, folk and improvisation into Colourscape, with Simon Desorgher interweaving live flute and electronics in a shifting, spatial performance.
Monday 25 May
The Voice Trio perform Deborah Pritchard’s specially commissioned Colourscape work alongside English baroque and contemporary vocal music, with Simon Desorgher adding atmospheric flute and electronic interludes between sets.
Tuesday 26 – Friday 29 May
Resident musician Michael Ormiston leads a week of open, family-friendly workshops and performances using instruments from across Asia, inviting audiences to take part, alongside Frome-based artist Domenic DeCicco exploring meditative sound worlds on Native American flutes and global instruments.
Saturday 30 May
Percussionist and composer Ansuman Biswas combines South Asian traditions with contemporary performance and improvisation, joined by internationally acclaimed Chinese percussionist Beibei Wang in a powerful exploration of rhythm, resonance and movement.
Sunday 31 May
Gamelan Kembang Kirang fill Colourscape with the shimmering sounds of Balinese gongs, chimes and flutes, moving through the chambers in a processional performance that transforms the entire space.
Visitor Information
What counts as a child?
Children aged 12 and under qualify for a child ticket. Under 2s go free and do not require a ticket.
How long does the experience last?
Your timed ticket allows approximately 40 minutes inside Colourscape to explore the installation.
When should I arrive?
Please arrive around 10 minutes before your ticket time to allow time for check-in.
What happens when I arrive?
Visitors are asked to take off their shoes and are given a coloured cloak to wear before entering the installation. These cloaks form part of the visual experience inside Colourscape.
How does the experience work?
Colourscape is a large inflatable labyrinth made up of interconnected coloured chambers. Visitors move freely through the structure and can choose their own route.
Will there be music or performances?
Live music and performances may take place inside the labyrinth during your visit, depending on the programme for the day. The last session of the day at 15:30 is quiet with no music or performances making it more suitable for those with sensory issues.
Are there toilets on site?
There will be limited toilet facilities available on site. Additional public toilets are available nearby in the city centre.
Is Colourscape suitable for children?
Yes. Colourscape is suitable for all ages.Children (under 18s) must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Can I take photos?
Photography is permitted, but please be mindful of other visitors enjoying the space.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothing is recommended. On sunny days it can be slightly warmer inside the structure.
Can I take buggies and pushchairs into the installation?
Buggies and pushchairs must be left at the entrance, except in cases of specific mobility needs.
What happens if it rains?
Colourscape operates in most weather conditions, as the installation is covered.The event may close in strong winds for safety reasons.
Are there any rules inside the installation?
For safety and to protect the artwork:
Please do not run inside the structure
Children must stay with their supervising adult
Please be mindful of other visitors in the space
Food and drink
There are no food or drink vendors at Colourscape.
Bath Recreation Ground is located in the centre of Bath, just a short walk from many cafés, restaurants and takeaway options. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the city’s food and drink offer before or after their visit.
Getting to Bath Recreation Ground
Bath Recreation Ground, Pulteney Mews, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4DSBath Recreation Ground is located in the centre of Bath, close to Bath Abbey and the River Avon. Please enter via William Street.
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By train: Bath Spa railway station is approximately an easy 15 minute walk from the site.
By bus: Many local bus routes stop in the city centre within walking distance of the Rec.
By car: Bath has several Park & Ride services and city centre car parks within walking distance of the site. Visitors are encouraged to use public transport or Park & Ride where possible, particularly during busy periods.
Accessibility and sensory information
Colourscape is wheelchair accessible, and staff will be available to assist visitors if needed.
The installation is a visual and sensory experience, with intense colours and occasionally live music or performance. Visitors move freely through the structure and can leave at any time if they wish to take a break. The last session of the day at 15:30 is quiet with no music or performances making it more suitable for those with sensory issues.
For accessibility needs or general enquiries please email izzy@colourscape.org.uk