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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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.


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Southampton Maritime Museum, Southampton

Attractions in Hampshire

The museum is a medieval stone warehouse containing exhibitions on the port of Southampton and the Titanic. There are ship models and an interactive exhibition.


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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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Staunton Country Park, Havant

Attractions in Hampshire

Set in 1,000 acres of parkland with huge glasshouses, walled gardens and a folly. This park also has the only remaining ornamental farm in England; with horses; pigs; sheep; Llamas; peacocks and waterfowl.


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Windsor Castle, Windsor

Attractions in Berkshire

Windsor Castle, the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen. The Castle's dramatic site encapsulates 900 years of British history.


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Eastbourne Pier, Eastbourne

Attractions in East Sussex

Jutting out into the sea from the middle of Eastbourne Seafront the Pier, built in the 1870's, has much to offer. Camera Obscura is an original 360 degree Victorian projector, the only pier with a fully functioning attraction of this type.


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Paultons Park, Romsey

Attractions in Hampshire

A family leisure park with more than 50 attractions for all ages, including big rides; little rides a museum and entertainment.


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Blackpool Sea Life Centre, Blackpool

Attractions in Lancashire

The Blackpool SEA LIFE centre houses around 50 varied displays including a vast ocean tank with one of the biggest collections of tropical sharks in Europe. New for this year, Scary Monsters is amazing new attraction that brings together some of the scariest-looking creatures of the deep; beasts from the icy depths that resemble giant insects, slimy and slithering things, bug-eyed beasties and animals that look like they've escaped from Sci-Fi monster movies or ancient myth and legend. Location: Blackpool (North West)


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Holywell Bay Fun Park, Newquay

Attractions in Cornwall

Great rides, go-carts, crazy golf and a maze are just a few of the attractions at this fun park. Others include bumper boats, children's fun rides, a climbing wall and a beach near by.


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Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury

Attractions in Somerset

This ancient abbey is steeped in history and legend. Although a ruin it remains a Christian sanctuary and is a great place to head for peace and quiet set in parkland with ponds and wildlife areas.


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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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