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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The Canterbury Tales, Canterbury
Attractions in Kent
This fascinating Audio-visual experience located in the centre of Canterbury is one of the town's most popular visitor attractions. Step back in time to experience the sights, sounds and smells of the Middle Ages in this stunning reconstruction of 14th Century England. The Canterbury Tales is a stunningly accurate recreation of medieval life. With new audio guides, it provides an excellent introduction to the City and its famous literary connection.
Lands End Visitor Centre, Penzance
Attractions in Cornwall
The Heritage Centre can be found amidst the beautiful scenery that marks this famous 'end' of England. The Centre includes the 4D The Curse of Skull Rock Experience.
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.
Madame Tussaud's, London
Attractions in London
Dance like a diva and take to the stage with Beyonce, Britney and Kylie, see if you can bend it like David Beckham or have a dinner date with George Clooney. Also try out as a Pop Idol, be photographed by the paparazzi, have your DNA checked and explore the galaxy.
London Aquarium, London
Attractions in London
London Aquarium offers more than 350 species from oceans, lakes, rivers and streams around the world. Visitors can stand face to face with spectacular sharks in a tow-storey tank, get hands-on with a ray at the touchpool or spot animals in the coral reef.
Dunster Castle, Dunster
Attractions in Somerset
The fortified home of the Luttrels for 600 years, this castle is set in beautiful parkland and has a terraced gardens of rare shrubs. Attic and basement tours with a below-stairs exhibition are popular; children's guide, trail and activity sheets are available.
Exmouth Model Railway, Exmouth
Attractions in Devon
With more than 7,500 feet of track this is one of the world's largest scenic 00-guage model railways. It runs through villages and towns all exquisitely modelled in great detail.
Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay
Attractions in Devon
There are hundreds of 1:12 scale models set in award winning gardens at this model village. Marvel at villages, farms and rural areas, beautiful lakes and waterfalls, railways and details of everyday life.
Winston Churchills 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.
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Estate, Ripon
Attractions in North Yorkshire
A World Heritage Site, set in 323 hectares (800 acres) of beautiful countryside, offering an unparalleled opportunity to appreciate the range of England's heritage. Discover the magnificent 12th-century abbey ruins and the only surviving Cistercian corn mill. Amble through the beautiful landscaped Georgian water garden of Studley Royal, complete with Neo-classical statues, follies and breathtaking views.
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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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