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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Globe Theatre, London
Attractions in London
This museum is an exciting, engaging introduction to the life, works and theatre of Shakespeare's time. Experience a performance in a replica Elizabethan theatre, or enjoy the interactive exhibits about Shakespeare's life.
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Fast Track Tickets, Dunstable
Attractions in Bedfordshire
Escape on an adventure across acres of beautiful English countryside with fantastic views across the Chiltern Downs and watch lions, tigers, elephants, hippos and giraffes out and about in huge outdoor enclosures. Hop aboard the Jumbo Express train adventure or take a free Safari Bus as you make your way around the scenic Zoo, one of Europe's largest conservation centres. In 2011 check out the regular events timetable throughout the year including daily demonstrations featuring elephants, sea lions and birds of prey. Location: Bedfordshire (South East)
Banham Zoo, Banham
Attractions in Norfolk
Banham Zoo is the ultimate fun filled day out for all the family and home to almost 100 animals from around the world. Set in 35 acres of gardens and countryside you can see everything from the big cats to birds of prey, and siamangs to Shire horses.
Classic Boat Museum, Newport
Attractions in Isle of Wight
A great indoor collection of lovingly restored sailing and motorised classic boats, dating from the 19th Century.
Dartmoor Otters & Buckfast Butterflies, Buckfastleigh
Attractions in Devon
Walk among some of the most beautiful butterflies in the world, flying free in a tropical garden with waterfalls, ponds and bridges. At the otter sanctuary visitors can see the playful otters from above and below the water and at feeding time.
INTECH, Winchester
Attractions in Hampshire
This centre houses an interactive technology exhibition set up to bring the worlds of science, technology, engineering and Mathematics to life. Here you can bend light, create your own tornado spout and vortex and work out how much energy it takes to power a light bulb. The Astrium Planetarium is a digital state of the art theatre with a variety of shows to suit all interests.
Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park
Attractions in East Sussex
The Bluebell Railway is a heritage Steam Railway running through the glorious Sussex countryside. It operates standard-gauge steam trains through nine miles of countryside between Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes and Kingscote.
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.
Druidstone Park, Canterbury
Attractions in Kent
Set in attractive gardens and woodland, Druidstone caters for the imaginations of all ages. Go on a discovery trail through the enchanted woodland and enjoy hands on experiences in the farmyard. Discover the sleeping dragon and other mystical and magical creatures in the enchanted woodland trail, home to a herd of white fallow deer.
The Dinosaur Museum, Dorchester
Attractions in Dorset
The award-winning Dinosaur Museum combines fossils, skeletons and life-size dinosaur reconstructions with video, hands-on and computer displays. This is fascinating fun for all the family.
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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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