Top Holiday Attractions in England

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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Shanklin Chine, Shanklin

Attractions in Isle of Wight

Enjoy the unique tranquility of Shanklin Chine, the Isle of Wight's oldest tourest attraction, which first opened in1817. A natural scenic gorge with a 45feet waterfall and stream leading to a beach. Shanklin Chine was once a site for shipwrecks and smuggling. It was later used for training Commandos during WWII.


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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.


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Totnes Elizabethan Museum, Totnes

Attractions in Devon

This Elizabethan house, built in 1575, features an Elizabethan herb garden, a Tudor bedroom, a kitchen and a Victorian nursery. Displays cover 5,000 years of local history and there is a special exhibition on Charles Babbage, father of the modern computer.


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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)


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Upton Counrty Park, Poole

Attractions in Dorset

Upton House has pretty, formal gardens that lead into woodland, meadow and a saltmarsh teeming with wildlife on the edge of Poole Harbour.


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Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford

Attractions in Somerset

Travel through 100 years of motoring history with Britain's most spectacular collection of historic cars from around the world.


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Romneu, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney

Attractions in Kent

This was the world's smallest public railway when it opened in July 1927. It now runs regular passenger services covering a distance of 13 ½ miles from the picturesque Cinque Port of Hythe to the fishermen's cottages and lighthouses at Dungeness.


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The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Chatham

Attractions in Kent

Visitors can enjoy 400 years of exciting naval history and architecture set in an 80 acre site. Explore HMS Cavalier, Britain's last WWII destroyer, the submarine Ocelot and the Victoria sloop Gannet.


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Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Bridlington

Attractions in East Yorkshire

Sewerby Hall, situated close to Bridlington, on the East Yorkshire coast is a grade I listed country house is set in 50 acres of landscaped gardens. Experience what this historic country house has to offer.


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Museum of Army Flying, Stockbridge

Attractions in Hampshire

This museum traces the development of army flying, from balloons and kites through to the present day. Aircraft include a Sopwith Pup, a Miles Magister and a collection of WWII gliders.


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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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