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 British Museum, London
Attractions in London
Far more than a collection of arts and antiquities, the British Museum offers virtual tours for children of all ages, family activities and events, plus exhibitions of games and toys. A great cultural day out for the whole family.
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.
Bristol Ice Rink, Bristol
Attractions in Bristol
With a variety of family and disco skating sessions every day, Bristol Ice Rink is a fun family day out. Learn to skate session available throughout the year.
Woodchester Park & Mansion, Stonehouse
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Knows as ‘The Secret Valley', this park was formerly an 18th Century park with five lakes and it is now virtually covered with trees. It contains an unfinished Victoria Gothic mansion. There are way-marked walks and trails through the woods.
Drayton Manor Theme Park, Tamworth
Attractions in Staffordshire
Packed with a host of great rides and attractions set in 280 acres of lakes and parkland, Drayton Manor features some of the biggest, wettest and scariest rides around! New for 2011, a 4D Cinema featuring Mumble from Happy Feet! Visit Europe's first Thomas Land with 12 themed rides and attractions. Also new for 2011, walk the Dino Trail, where you will discover these prehistoric giant creatures for yourselves in their new trail designed to educate and intrigue! An amazing fun filled day for the whole family! Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire (Midlands)
Dartmoor Otters & Buckfast Butterflies, Buckfastleigh
Attractions in Devon
Walk among some of the most beautiful butterflies in the world, flying free in a tropical garden with waterfalls, ponds and bridges. At the otter sanctuary visitors can see the playful otters from above and below the water and at feeding time.
@Bristol, Bristol
Attractions in Bristol
With over 300 hands-on exhibits to explore, live shows and a Planetarium, At-Bristol is one of the UK's biggest and most exciting interactive science centres.
The Big Sheep, Bideford
Attractions in Devon
Fun filled attraction, ensuring everyone in the the family has a truly great day out whatever the weather. With hilarious shows running all day to entertain the whole family and a huge indoor playground to tire everyone out, you´ll be having the best day of your holiday baa none!
Tailor of Gloucester Beatrix Potter Museum, Gloucester
Attractions in Gloucestershire
The attraction and shop are in the very house used by Beatrix Potter to inspire her story of helpful sewing mice, ‘The Tailor of Gloucester'. Displays and models bring this classic English tale to life.
The Deep Aquarium, Hull
Attractions in East Yorkshire
The Deep is an award winning Yorkshire family attraction that is home to 40 sharks, over 3,500 fish and thousands of various sea creatures. Using a combination of hands on inter actives, audiovisual presentations and living exhibits The Deep tells the story of the worlds oceans on a journey from the beginning of time through to the present day. Each afternoon make way to the enormous 10 meter deep pool containing 2.5 million litres of water to watch the divers feed the sharks and Rays by hand. Location: Hull, Yorkshire (North)
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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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