Dolly Tub Launderette, Bath
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Cash Only - Coin Operated
This launderette operates with coins only. Cash only, no electronic payment accepted. Change machine not available. Convenience store nearby provides change with purchase.
Services Offered
Professional laundry services available at this location.
Features & Amenities
This launderette offers the following facilities and amenities to make your laundry experience convenient and comfortable.
Location
Opening Hours
- Saturday: 7am-8pm
- Sunday: 7am-8pm
- Monday: 7am-8pm
- Tuesday: 7am-8pm
- Wednesday: 7am-8pm
- Thursday: 7am-8pm
- Friday: 7am-8pm
The Dolly Tub is a well-established self-service launderette in Bath, conveniently located at St James' Place near the town centre. Operating seven days a week from 7am to 8pm, this family-run launderette has served the community for over 40 years with coin-operated washing machines in multiple sizes and high-speed tumble dryers. The facility offers both self-service washing and professional bedding services including duvet cleaning, pillow cleaning, and full bedding set washes with free collection and delivery throughout the Bath area. The launderette maintains excellent cleanliness standards with three daily cleaning sessions and provides a comfortable waiting area with folding tables. Customers appreciate the friendly staff assistance, modern well-maintained equipment, and convenient location near local amenities, making it an ideal choice for residents, students, and travelers seeking affordable laundry solutions.
Service Pricing
| Washing Machine - Standard | £5.00 per wash | Standard machine wash |
| Washing Machine - Large | £6.00 per wash | Large capacity machine |
| Washing Machine - Extra Large | £7.00 per wash | Extra large capacity machine |
| Pillow Cleaning - Synthetic | £7.50 per pillow | Washed, dried and folded |
| Pillow Cleaning - Feather/Down | £12.00 per pillow | Washed, dried and folded |
| Bedding Set - Single | £20.00 per set | Cover, sheet and 2 pillowcases, washed, dried and folded |
| Bedding Set - Double | £25.00 per set | Cover, sheet and 2 pillowcases, washed, dried and folded |
| Bedding Set - King/Super King | £30.00 per set | Cover, sheet and 2 pillowcases, washed, dried and folded |
| Bedspread - Single | £20.00 per item | Washed and folded |
| Bedspread - Double | £25.00 per item | Washed and folded |
| Bedspread - King | £30.00 per item | Washed and folded |
| Duvet Cleaning - Single Synthetic | £25.00 per duvet | Washed and folded |
| Duvet Cleaning - Single Feather/Down | £40.00 per duvet | Washed and folded |
| Duvet Cleaning - Double Synthetic | £30.00 per duvet | Washed and folded |
| Duvet Cleaning - Double Feather/Down | £60.00 per duvet | Washed and folded |
| Duvet Cleaning - King Synthetic | £36.00 per duvet | Washed and folded |
| Duvet Cleaning - King Feather/Down | £70.00 per duvet | Washed and folded |
Special Offers
- 🎉 Free collection and delivery in and around the Bath area for bedding services
Dolly Tub Launderette Customer Reviews
What Customers Love About This Launderette
Staff go above and beyond; owners provide genuine help, change, and even lifts to guests
Exceptionally clean facilities with well-maintained industrial-grade machines
Welcoming, friendly community atmosphere that makes laundry an enjoyable experience
Reliable, high-quality washing and drying results, even for delicate items like silk
Convenient location with nearby shop for change and detergent supplies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What payment methods does Dolly Tub Launderette accept?
Dolly Tub Launderette operates on a cash-only basis and does not accept electronic payments or cards. There is no change machine on-site, but a nearby convenience store can provide change with a purchase. Customers are advised to bring coins or visit the local shop beforehand to ensure they have the correct denominations.
What are the washing machine prices and sizes available?
Dolly Tub Launderette offers three standard washing machine sizes: Standard (£5.00), Large (£6.00), and Extra Large (£7.00). The launderette also features a specialist extra-large duvet machine for oversized items. Detergent is not included in the wash price, so customers should bring their own or purchase it from nearby shops.
How much does it cost to use the dryers?
Dryer costs at Dolly Tub Launderette start at £1.00 to begin a cycle, with extensions available for £0.50 per additional block and shorter cycles at £0.20. Customers should note that drying time may be extended if lint trays require attention, so checking the machine's condition before use is recommended to manage costs effectively.
What bedding and duvet cleaning services are offered?
Dolly Tub Launderette offers professional washing for duvets, pillows, bedspreads, and bedding sets. Synthetic duvets range from £25.00 (single) to £36.00 (king), whilst feather and down duvets cost £40.00 to £70.00 depending on size. The bedding service wash, available Tuesday and Thursday, includes free collection and delivery within the Bath area. Customers should contact the launderette for specific requests and availability.
Is Dolly Tub Launderette open 24/7, and when is the last wash time?
Dolly Tub Launderette is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. However, the last wash must begin by 7:00 PM, with the facility closing to new entries at 8:00 PM. Customers should plan their visit accordingly to ensure sufficient time to complete washing and drying before the closing deadline.
What facilities and amenities are available at the launderette?
Dolly Tub Launderette provides free parking (subject to availability), comfortable seating, and 24-hour CCTV surveillance for customer safety. The facility does not offer WiFi or on-site vending machines, but the launderette is within walking distance of the town centre with a nearby deli, pub, and newsagent for additional convenience. Staff are noted for their friendly and helpful service.
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