History

Serving Bath and beyond since 1962

Moss of Bath est 1962

Founded by Frank Moss in 1962, Moss of Bath originally sold small electrical appliances and black and white televisions. Over 60 years on, Frank’s son Tim is now at the helm, offering that critical mix of tech expertise and exceptional customer service. With Tim’s proactive and positive approach to business, Moss of Bath has embraced the thriving home entertainment landscape – expanding to include everything from high-end and bespoke audio visual systems to home cinema installation, smart lighting and more.

At its heart, Moss of Bath is still a family business with roots firmly tied to the city of Bath. Privately owned by its directors and with a strong team of knowledgeable staff, Moss draws upon its wealth of experience gained over decades.

1962

In Combe Down, Frank Moss starts selling small domestic appliances and black and white televisions

1971

The launch of the VCR transforms the way we watch TV/Film/Video content. VHS v BETA MAX war begins.

1979

Sony introduce the ‘Walkman’.

1982

Moss of Bath introduce CD players to Bath at a packed Beaufort Hotel

1981

MTV launches with ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’, changing how we started to listen to music.

1983

Moss of Bath open up in Eric Snook’s old store at 45 St.James’s Parade

1991

Moss of Bath invite clients to experience the latest TV technology: “Nicam Stereo Transmission” at The Bath Spa Hotel

1996

Moss of Bath expand into adjoining premises to create a new television showroom

1996

DVD players revolutionise video technology and consign the VHS format to history.

1998

Moss of Bath hold an open evening to launch flat panel TVs and becomes the first CE retailer in the UK to display wall mounted televisions. The 42″ Phillips plasma screen sells for £13.5k

2000

The demand for televisions on walls keeps the Moss of Bath custom installation teams busy and we go from one van to four.

2001

BBC iPlayer launches.

2009

Moss of Bath launches its own Satellite & Aerial team.

2012

Moss of Bath celebrate 50 years in business.

2017

Moss of Bath celebrate 55 years in business and win three national industry awards.