Top Holiday Attractions in England

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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Fleet Air Arm Museum, Yeovil

Attractions in Somerset

The Royal Navy operates on the sea, under the sea, on the land and in the air. The Fleet Air Arm Museum represents the flying arm of the Royal Navy and the museum includes the largest collection of naval aircraft and Concorde.


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Soldiers of Gloucestershire, Gloucester

Attractions in Gloucestershire

The story of Gloucestershire's soldiers and their families in peacetime and war over the past 300 years is told in this award-winning museum.


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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.


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Old Sarum, Sailsbury

Attractions in Wiltshire

This great earthwork, with more that 2,000 years of history and its huge banks and ditches was created by Iron Age people around 500 BC and later occupied by Romans, Saxons and the Normans. See the remains of the prehistoric fortress, the palace, castle and cathedral.


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Somerset County Museum, Taunton

Attractions in Somerset

An interesting museum housed in Taunton Castle, it has costumes, silver and a 16th Century almshouse on display. The museum includes the shipwreck coin hoard –the largest hoard of Roman silver coins found in Britain.


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West Somerset Railway, Minehead

Attractions in Somerset

This preserved steam railway operates between Minehead and Bishop's Lydeard, near Taunton. It is the longest independent railway in Britain.


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Royal Victoria Country Park, Southampton

Attractions in Hampshire

There are more than 240 acres of parkland, woodland and foreshore to be explored. The park is in the grounds of an old military hospital that now houses a fascinating exhibition depicting its history, with superb views and a shop.


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Corfe Castle, Wareham

Attractions in Dorset

Explore this ruined castle with a long and fascinating history as a fortress, prison and home. The Castle View Visitor Centre has hands-on displays and children are encourages to touch castle artefacts and try on replica medieval clothing.


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Royal Cornwall Museum, Truo

Attractions in Cornwall

See a myriad of minerals, view a naked mummy and discover Cornwall's unique culture. Admire the collection of Newlyn School paintings in the decorative arts gallery. The museum presents a range of changing exhibitions form textiles to contemporary art.


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SS Great Britain, Bristol

Attractions in Bristol

Visit the world's first great ocean liner, the pinnacle of Victoria engineering and luxury. Take a hard-hat tour and witness the conservation of this historically important iron ship. Step back in time when you board the SS Great Britain, discover the true stories behind the ship that changed the world.


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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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