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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Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, Bourton-on-the-Water
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Although the main focus here is on motoring, the museum has a toy collection that includes teddy bears, aeroplanes and rare pedal cars. It is also home to Brum the little yellow car from children's TV, which was filmed here.
Oceanarium Bournemouth, Bournemouth
Attractions in Dorset
Explore the secrets of the ocean and some of the world's most amazing waters. Come face to face with a vast array of colourful creatures from stingrays, sharks and exotic fish to piranhas, chameleons, green turtles and tortoises.
Farleigh Hungerford Castle, Farleigh Hungerford
Attractions in Somerset
In 1370 Sir Thomas Hungerford began the fortification of the original Farleigh Manor, into what became Farleigh Hungerford Castle. The two south towers still remain, as do parts of the curtain wall, the outer gate house and the 14th Century chapel and crypt
Cattle Country Adventure Park, Berkeley
Attractions in Gloucestershire
A farm park with exotic cattle such as American bison. It also has Gloucester Old Spot pigs and a large adventure playground with big slides and an outdoor paddling pool (in summer) and miniature railway.
Paignton Zoo, Paignton
Attractions in Devon
Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Visit the desert, cross the savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Use your senses to discover the wild world: look around, listen out - you'll even need your sense
The Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell
Attractions in Berkshire
Berkshire's premier hands-on interatcive science and nature exhibition. Explore the wonders of the human body or try the amazing puzzles. Over 90 exhibits to entertain children and adults alike. A great family day out.
Snappy's Adventure Play Centre, Whitstable
Attractions in Kent
Snappy's is a large indoor adventure play centre with an extensive range of approved play equipment all designed to an exciting dinosaur theme. There is a dedicated area for under 4's, a twin wavy-board slide and a Game Zone for older children.
Howletts Wild Animal Park, Canterbury
Attractions in Kent
Howletts is set in mature parkland and contains John Aspinall's collection of animals. See one of the largest collections of tigers in the worlds and the largest breeding colony of gorillas in captivity. From close encounters with tigers at the glass-fronted enclosures to a high ropes adventure on the Treetop Challenge, you'll find surprises around every corner.
Longleat, Warminster
Attractions in Wiltshire
Fantastic attractions, amazing animals, spectacular shows! Longleat Safari & Adventure Park is bigger and better than ever with over 15 exciting attractions...an adventure you'll never forget!
Bank of England Museum, London
Attractions in London
This museum housed within the Bank of England traces the history of the bank. Visitors can view gold bars dating from ancient to modern times, as well as coins, a unique collection of bank notes and more. Stories from the Past tells unexpected tales of the Bank, a nun, a giant and a sewer man.
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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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