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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Bristol Ice Rink, Bristol
Attractions in Bristol
With a variety of family and disco skating sessions every day, Bristol Ice Rink is a fun family day out. Learn to skate session available throughout the year.
Legoland Discovery Centre Manchester, Manchester
Attractions in Manchester
LEGOLAND Discovery Center is your passport to a LEGO world of colour, creativity and fun. Join the battle on Kingdom Quest - an interactive LEGO laser ride, feel a part of the story in the 4D cinema or learn top LEGO building secrets from the Master Model Builder. The ultimate place for all LEGO fans – young and old! Location: Manchester (North)
Barrington Court, Barrington
Attractions in Somerset
Am enchanting garden laid out in a sequence of walled rooms, with a working kitchen garden. The Tudor manor house is an antique furniture showroom,
Leeds Castle, Maidstone
Attractions in Kent
This Medieval castle, situated on two islands in a lake set in 500 acres of parkland is a popular attraction. Once a Norman stronghold, the castle has since been a residence for six of England's medieval queens, a palace for Henry VIII and a retreat for the powerful.
Dinton Pastures Country Park, Hurst
Attractions in Berkshire
Dinton Pastures Country Park is a 400 acre mosaic of rivers, lakes, meadows and wooded areas fro visitors to explore. Countryside events are organised throughout the year, including guided walks, pond dips for children and activity days.
Eggesford Garden and Country Centre, Chulmleigh
Attractions in Devon
Set within the picturesque Eggesford Gardens, the heritage centre has imaginative displays depicting the local social history of the beautiful Taw Valley. There are bicycles for hire or you can explore the nearby woodland trails on foot.
Bodiam Castle, Bodium
Attractions in East Sussex
One of the most famous and evocative castles in Britain, Bodiam was built in 1385 as both a defence and a comfortable home. The exterior is virtually complete and the ramparts rise dramatically above the moat. Enough of the interior survives to give an impression of castle life.
Goodwood Racecourse, Goodwood
Attractions in West Sussex
Rightly regarded as one of the most beautiful racecourses in the world, Goodwood offers not just breathtaking views of the Sussex Downs and the Solent, but also top-quality Flat racing in the summer.
Warwick Castle, Warwick
Attractions in Warwickshire
Imagine a totally electrifying day out at Britain’s Ultimate Castle. Where you can immerse yourself in 1000 years of jaw-dropping history – come rain or shine. Where ancient myths and spell-binding tales will set your imagination alight and your hair on end. Where princesses are pampered and maidens are wooed. Experience the heat of battle at such close quarters you’ll almost smell the fear, as winners become true heroes and losers are confined to dark, dank dungeons to be forgotten for eternity. It could only be Warwick Castle. Location: Warwickshire (Midlands)
Crownhill Fort, Plymouth
Attractions in Devon
At the largest of Plymouth's great Victorian forts, visitors can discover the underground tunnels, explore the ramparts, marvel at Victorian architecture and view the guns, including the ‘disappearing' Moncrieff.
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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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