“Most cities are eclectic. There's a bit of medieval, Georgian, some Vi...” — Ken Loach Quote

“Most cities are eclectic. There's a bit of medieval, Georgian, some Victorian and some 20th century. That's fine. Bath is different because it was built within 100 years or less. It has a homogeneity.”

“You'll get unsociable people whatever the nationality, colour, race or creed. I guess the British abroad have probably got the worst record of anyone.”

“A TV series is a long commitment.”

“I go to the hamam and put henna on my skin and hair. Even when I go to New York, I let the shower run hot to create a steam hamam at my hotel. But when I finish with the bath, I put on expensive French creams.”

“Now my favourite pastime is to take a bath with my son.”

“I grew up in a little town between Bath and Bristol with my parents and grandparents in the same house. It was rural and idyllic.”