Advantages, space-saving multitasking with presumably less chance of leaking. I'd prefer the taps where they can be reached before you get in, for a shower and even more so for a combined shower/bath. Also for a shower/bath because you're stepping over a high ledge I think a grab rail is a good idea.

I had one years ago and just accepted it's what was there. My preference would be to have at least a shower but if resale is on the cards then I think both seperate if possible unless there isn't room.

@macyjean, the tap is away from the shower, it will be the single tap you can see on the bath wall under the hob that will have a tripple function, shower, hand shower or bath as in new builds at least I believe it's mandatory that the shower taps are out of the shower zone so the water temp can be adjusted first. If you look closely there are no taps on the shower rail.

Your suggestion of a grab rail is a great idea but hard to know where it could be put but perhaps there is a spot on the other end of the bath??

@Linda1 Maguire,

I agree that baths and the elderly don't mix well at all but I'm curious where would you bath a young child if not in the bath??

Are you suggesting holding a child in a shower meaning you would have to be in there with them?

Thanks Barbara, I was too busy looking longingly at the shower shelf.

Yes the shelf is nice isn't it and a decent size too.

Thanks for all the feed back guys. Your bathroom looks lovely Sue