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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Living Coasts, Torquay
Attractions in Devon
Living coasts is an acquatic centre that focuses on the conversation of coastal and marine life around the world. It includes huge aviary that allows birds to fly free and so you can truly see coastal birds up close.
Drayton Manor Theme Park, Tamworth
Attractions in Staffordshire
Packed with a host of great rides and attractions set in 280 acres of lakes and parkland, Drayton Manor features some of the biggest, wettest and scariest rides around! New for 2011, a 4D Cinema featuring Mumble from Happy Feet! Visit Europe's first Thomas Land with 12 themed rides and attractions. Also new for 2011, walk the Dino Trail, where you will discover these prehistoric giant creatures for yourselves in their new trail designed to educate and intrigue! An amazing fun filled day for the whole family! Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire (Midlands)
Dyrham Park, Chipping Sodbury
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Dyrham Park was built 1691 to 1702 for William Blathwayt and its rooms have changes little since they were first furnished. There are restored Victorian domestic rooms, including kitchen, bells passage, bake house, larders, tenant's hall and a delft-tiled dairy.
Poldark Mine and Heritage Complex, Helston
Attractions in Cornwall
Poldark and its 18th century tin mine, described as one of the most atmospheric mine tours in Europe. Now a hive of activity with its pottery makers, wood turners, local craft workshops and candle makers.
Paignton Zoo, Paignton
Attractions in Devon
Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Visit the desert, cross the savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Use your senses to discover the wild world: look around, listen out - you'll even need your sense
Farmer Palmers Farm Park, Poole
Attractions in Dorset
Farmer Palmers Farm Park offers lots of hands-on fun with the animals for children up to 8 years old. Undercover straw mountain, indoor soft play area and a tractor trailer ride all add to the fun.
Brighton Sea Life Centre, Brighton
Attractions in East Sussex
For a fun and educational day out, visit Brighton Sea life Centre. Walk through the Underwater Tunnel, be amazed by the fantastic Ocean Tank and get close up to sharks, rays, giant sea turtles and tropical fish.
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Estate, Ripon
Attractions in North Yorkshire
A World Heritage Site, set in 323 hectares (800 acres) of beautiful countryside, offering an unparalleled opportunity to appreciate the range of England's heritage. Discover the magnificent 12th-century abbey ruins and the only surviving Cistercian corn mill. Amble through the beautiful landscaped Georgian water garden of Studley Royal, complete with Neo-classical statues, follies and breathtaking views.
Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury
Attractions in Somerset
This ancient abbey is steeped in history and legend. Although a ruin it remains a Christian sanctuary and is a great place to head for peace and quiet set in parkland with ponds and wildlife areas.
Fort Victoria Model Railway, Yarmouth
Attractions in Isle of Wight
The British and Continental trains weave their magic through villages, mountains, tunnels and factories; rekindling many happy childhood memories for many of their visitors. There are working models, some operated by a push button system, whilst others are running all day. A circus and fairground, with working models is an assed attraction as it also has its own miniature railway.
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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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