Top Holiday Attractions in England
Whether you are looking for something to keep you, your partner or a group of friends entertained our selection of holiday attractions in England will give you some inspiration.
From thrills and spills at theme parks to the peace and relaxation of beautiful gardens there is something for everyone across England. The attraction listings include museums, country houses, castles, cathedrals, farms, zoos and so much more.
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Roald Dahl Childrens Gallery, Aylesbury
Attractions in Buckinghamshire
Awaken your senses at this award winning museum, dedicated to the beloved children's author. It has innovative touchable displays and exciting programme of events. Come along and let your imagination run wild.
Howletts Wild Animal Park, Canterbury
Attractions in Kent
Howletts is set in mature parkland and contains John Aspinall's collection of animals. See one of the largest collections of tigers in the worlds and the largest breeding colony of gorillas in captivity. From close encounters with tigers at the glass-fronted enclosures to a high ropes adventure on the Treetop Challenge, you'll find surprises around every corner.
Royal Air Force Museum, London
Attractions in London
Soar through the history of aviation for an aerodynamic day of fun. With an interactive gallery, film shows and more that 80 legendary aircraft on display, this is the place for a great family day out.
Scarborough Sea Life Sanctuary, Scarborough
Attractions in East Yorkshire
Home to a seal rescue programme that is busy year round, the Sanctuary also hosts penguin and otter enclosures and a spectacular aquarium with a colourful ocean tank and walkthrough underwater tunnel. New this year – visit resident sea turtle Antiopi and the brand new refuge for endangered freshwater turtles, the latest in a Europe-wide network of breeding facilities for these strange and exotic animals… many of which have been pushed to the brink of extinction. Location: North Yorkshire (North)
Museum of Army Flying, Stockbridge
Attractions in Hampshire
This museum traces the development of army flying, from balloons and kites through to the present day. Aircraft include a Sopwith Pup, a Miles Magister and a collection of WWII gliders.
Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay
Attractions in Devon
There are hundreds of 1:12 scale models set in award winning gardens at this model village. Marvel at villages, farms and rural areas, beautiful lakes and waterfalls, railways and details of everyday life.
Norman Lockyer Observatory, Sidmouth
Attractions in Devon
The solar system, space travel, communications and the weather are all explained and explored in fascinating exhibitions, models and hands-on activities. Visitors can talk to people all over the world in the radio room.
Diggerland, Cullompton
Attractions in Devon
Unusually, Diggerland is based on the world of construction machinery! Adults and children (of at least 90cms in height) can ride and drive real construction machines, under the guidance of trained staff. No driving licence required!
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Bridlington
Attractions in East Yorkshire
Sewerby Hall, situated close to Bridlington, on the East Yorkshire coast is a grade I listed country house is set in 50 acres of landscaped gardens. Experience what this historic country house has to offer.
Athelstan Museum, Malmesbury
Attractions in Wiltshire
This museum has local history exhibits such as costumes, and early fire engine, photographs of the town and an educational hands-on activity call the Mini Museum Detective. There is also an activity corner to keep younger children amused.
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South West England
Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire
North West England
Cheshire, Cumbria, Lancashire, West Yorkshire
North East England
County Durham, East Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear
East of England
South East England
Berkshire, East Sussex, Essex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, Surrey, West Sussex
Heart of England
Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Derbyshire, Hertfordshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Rutland, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands
West of England
Attractions with Wheelchair Access
Most UK holiday attractions now offer suitable wheelchair access and you will find on our listings that we have indicated where we believe they are accessible. However you should check prior to departure with the attraction for your specific needs.
Pet/Dog Friendly Attractions
Many of the attractions are dog friendly and so we have indicated where we believe they are pet friendly. Again, please check prior to departure with the attraction to make sure as rules do change.
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