Top Holiday Attractions in England
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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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Noah's Ark Zoo Farm, Wraxall
Attractions in Bristol
This centre has plenty to entertain children, water buffalo; rhinos; yaks; monkeys; reptiles and 80 other species. There are indoor and outdoor adventure play areas and tractor rides, even the chance to bottle-feed lambs, handle baby chicks and milk a bionic cow.
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.
Seaview Wildlife Encounter, Seaview
Attractions in Isle of Wight
Set in acres of landscaped gardens overlooking the Solent, this wildlife park has magnificent views. The park is filled to the brim with unbelievably tame feathered and furry friends, a magical day out for all ages.
Tank Museum, Bovington
Attractions in Dorset
The Tank Museum brings the history of tanks and tank crew to life. Supported by the world's best collection of tanks & action packed live displays. The Tank Museum is the museum of the Royal Tank Regiment & Royal Armoured Corps.
Dairyland Farm, Newquay
Attractions in Cornwall
Dairyland Farm is Cornwall´s Award Winning Family Attraction - You are assured a warm welcome at Dairyland. The sights, sounds and smells of a real working farm.
Smugglers Adventure, Hastings
Attractions in East Sussex
A hands-on opportunity to learn more about the secrets of smugglers in a series of spooky caverns and passages. Find out what happened when smugglers got caught and how they were punished.
Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth
Attractions in Hampshire
Standing 170m high the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth is two and a half times taller than Nelsons Column making it the tallest accessible structure in the UK out side London. At the top of the Spinnaker Tower you will find the 3 amazing viewing decks: Deck 1 boasts Europe's largest walk on glass floor, Deck 2 has self contained multi media stations exploring the history of the docks and Deck 3 (The Crows Nest) allows customers to an outside viewing deck with amazing 350 degree panoramic views, on a clear day you can see for up to 23 miles. Location: Hampshire (South East)
Lulworth Castle, Wareham
Attractions in Dorset
Lulworth Castle which is 400-years-old is now a museum that offers tours, family days and special events from early spring to late autumn. The castle is often referred to as a "mock" castle, as it was actually built as a hunting lodge. There is plenty to entertain children at this historic building. After viewing the house, which has lots of exhibitions, take a woodland walk and feed the animals at a nearby farm.
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.
Bowood House, Calne
Attractions in Wiltshire
Fun beauty and history are all on offer at the magnificent family home of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne. The house is set in beautiful Capability Brown parkland and there is an adventure playground, plus the Soft Play Palace to entertain children.
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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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