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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Norfolk Shire Horse Centre, Cromer
Attractions in Norfolk
This shire horse sanctuary at West Runcton (near Cromer) is home to 5 breeds of heavy horses, a farming bygones museum, indoor wet weather play area, Blacksmith days and so much more. Includes feeding of animals.
Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford
Attractions in Somerset
Travel through 100 years of motoring history with Britain's most spectacular collection of historic cars from around the world.
London Eye, London
Attractions in London
This is one the most popular tourist attraction in London. The 443ft (135m) big wheel provides the most spectacular views of one of the biggest cities in the worlds. On a clear day you can see 25 miles in every direction from a safe and comfortable capsule.
Monkey World, Wareham
Attractions in Dorset
Monkey World offers sanctuary for over 160 primates including gibbons, orang-utans and chimpanzees. You can learn how they live and more. Pets corner and an adventure play area as well.
Fort Victoria Marine Aquarium, Yarmouth
Attractions in Isle of Wight
See poisonous weever fish, graceful rays, beautiful anemones and amazing cuttlefish that change colour before your eyes. Extraordinary tropical fish and much more can be seen at this aquarium. Built into a series of arches which once housed huge cannons guarding the Solent the aquarium concentrated mainly on the native fish and invertebrate life found around the Isle of Wight.
Morwellham Quay, Tavistock
Attractions in Devon
Despite being 23 miles for the sea, Morwellham Quay was the Empire's greatest copper port in the time of Queen Victoria. Today the 1860s are recreated with a Tamar ketch moored at the quay, shops, cottages and costumed staff to act as guides.
The Royal Armouries- Fort Nelson, Fareham
Attractions in Hampshire
Fort Nelson is a Victorian fortress overlooking Portsmouth Habour, home to the Royal Armouaries's collection of more than 350 historic big guns. Children can explore the massive fort with its secret underground chambers, tunnels and grass ramparts.
Mount Edgcumbe House and Park, Torpint
Attractions in Cornwall
For 400 years this was home to the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe. Its landscaped park overlooking Plymouth Sound has fallow deer, woodland and coastal walks. Mount Edgcumbe offers the opportunity to experience life as a Victoria, including trying on costumes.
Chichester Cathedral, Chichester
Attractions in West Sussex
The magnificent Chichester Cathedral has stood at the centre of Chichester for nearly 1000 years. It houses a number of treasures including the 12th century Lazarus Reliefs and works by Sutherland, Chagall and Piper.
Madame Tussaud's, London
Attractions in London
Dance like a diva and take to the stage with Beyonce, Britney and Kylie, see if you can bend it like David Beckham or have a dinner date with George Clooney. Also try out as a Pop Idol, be photographed by the paparazzi, have your DNA checked and explore the galaxy.
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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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