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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South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Dalton-in-Furness
Attractions in Cumbria
A leading conservation Zoo, South Lakes Animal park is home to some of the rarest animals. With many of them free to roam you can see them in their most natural habitat.
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.
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.
Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden
Attractions in Kent
Take a nostalgic trip behind a full-size steam engine on Britain's first light railway. Journey through 10 ½ miles of unspoilt countryside between Tenterden and the Sussex village of Bodiam and experience the sights and sounds of steam engines.
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Aylesbury
Attractions in Buckinghamshire
A working steam museum where you can step back in time as you view the giants of the steam age displayed on a 25 acre site. Exhibits range from express passenger locomotives to the humble shunting engine.
Winston Churchill's Britain at War Experience, London
Attractions in London
An educational adventure about the home front of WWII Britain. Special effects and original artefacts recreate everyday life for ordinary people; the Blitz; rationing; blackouts and evacuation.
Stonehenge, Avebury
Attractions in Wiltshire
For an unforgettable family day out, visit the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge. Located near Salisbury in the beautiful Wiltshire, the ancient Stonehenge continues to inspire and intrigue.
Stourhead, Stourhead
Attractions in Wiltshire
Stourhead's magnificent landscaped gardens offer space to let off steam and there's plenty to discover and explore. Discover the mini-temples and a spooky grotto and climb Alfred's Tower to enjoy the spectacular views. The house has fine interiors, paintings and furnishings.
Ipswich Transport Museum, Ipswich
Attractions in Suffolk
The Ipswich Transport Museum has the largest collection of transport items in Britain devoted to just one town. Everything was either made or used in and around Ipswich, the county town of Suffolk.
National Waterways Museum, Gloucester
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Take a journey through Britain in this award-winning museum, telling the 200-year story of inland waterways. Investigate interactive displays, historic craft, a traditional blacksmith's and an activities room. You enter through a replica lock complete with running water.
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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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