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.

Search Top England Attractions Here

Search by English county below


WWT Slimbridge, Slimbridge

Attractions in Gloucestershire

Visit a large collection of exotic, rare and endangered ducks, geese and swans in this reserve. The Discovery Centre has hands-on displays.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Tank Museum, Bovington

Attractions in Dorset

The Tank Museum brings the history of tanks and tank crew to life. Supported by the world's best collection of tanks & action packed live displays. The Tank Museum is the museum of the Royal Tank Regiment & Royal Armoured Corps.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


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.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Beale Park, Reading

Attractions in Berkshire

Beale Park is dedicated to the conservation of rare birds. It is home to an amazing collection of birds and mammals. There is something for everyone with everything from animals, landscaped gardens and adventure play to miniature railway.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Horseworld, Whitechurch

Attractions in Bristol

Horseworld Visitor Centre is a great day out for all the family. Support the South West's leading horse welfare charity and meet the rescued horses, ponies and donkeys. There are interactive museums and a nature trail as well as pony rides and pet handling.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Allerford Museum, Allerford

Attractions in Somerset

Visit the schools of the past in this museum, housed in an old school building, with a thatched roof and riverside garden. Children can dress up in Victorian clothes, write on slates and play with traditional toys.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly All weather Sunny days Space for eating own food


South Devon Railway, Buckfastleigh

Attractions in Devon

Enjoy a traditional steam-train journey through a beautiful stretch of Devon countryside. There is a free vintage bus service around town in summer.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Hastings Castle and 1066 Story, Hastings

Attractions in East Sussex

Come to the first Norman castle in Britain. At Hastings you can enjoy a spectacular audio-visual show, the 1066 Story, in a medieval siege tent, and explore the dungeons carved out of solid rock beneath the North Gate.


All weather Sunny days Space for eating own food


Prinknash Bird & Deer Park, Gloucester

Attractions in Gloucestershire

Enjoy a wildlife experience walking in this bird park with fallow deer and pygmy goats, peacocks and cranes. There are bird pavilions and a reputedly haunted fish pond teeming with large trout.


All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Tower of London, London

Attractions in London

A visit to the Tower of London's 11 towers encompasses 1,000 years of history, some of it bloody. Far more than just a trip to see the Crown Jewels, there are talks, tours, holiday events and family trails.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food

See more English Attractions


Search by English County

 

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.

Want to add to our Holiday Attractions

Our list of holiday attractions is growing and constantly being updated and so if you want to include a holiday attraction in England that you have been to then simply let us know via our Facebook page.

 

 

Fast search

 

Find Cottage Holidays

Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

Cottage Holiday Favourites