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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Dunster Castle, Dunster
Attractions in Somerset
The fortified home of the Luttrels for 600 years, this castle is set in beautiful parkland and has a terraced gardens of rare shrubs. Attic and basement tours with a below-stairs exhibition are popular; children's guide, trail and activity sheets are available.
Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden
Attractions in Kent
Take a nostalgic trip behind a full-size steam engine on Britain's first light railway. Journey through 10 ½ miles of unspoilt countryside between Tenterden and the Sussex village of Bodiam and experience the sights and sounds of steam engines.
Winston Churchill's Britain at War Experience, London
Attractions in London
An educational adventure about the home front of WWII Britain. Special effects and original artefacts recreate everyday life for ordinary people; the Blitz; rationing; blackouts and evacuation.
Wycombe Museum, High Wycombe
Attractions in Buckinghamshire
Set in beautiful grounds, and with exciting hands-on activities, Wycombe Museum is a great place to discover the fascinating and varied history of the district and the famous collection of Windsor chairs.
Cholderton Charlie's Farm, Sailsbury
Attractions in Wiltshire
This park for rare farm animals has a wealth of things to see and do and is home to one of Britain's largest collections of rabbit breeds. There is also a replica Iron Age roundhouse farm and nature trail.
Bowood House, Calne
Attractions in Wiltshire
Fun beauty and history are all on offer at the magnificent family home of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne. The house is set in beautiful Capability Brown parkland and there is an adventure playground, plus the Soft Play Palace to entertain children.
Bignor Roman Villa, Bignor
Attractions in West Sussex
Bignor Roman Villa: One of the largest villas to be open to the public in Great Britain, with some of the finest mosaics all in situ and all under cover.
Houses of Parliament, London
Attractions in London
Take a trip through the history and politics of our country; sit on the backbenches or become a Lord. You can attend debates and watch committee hearings, tour the buildings or climb the famous Clock Tower as see Big Ben.
Skipton Castle, Skipton
Attractions in North Yorkshire
Over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England and is well worth a visit at any season of the year.
Mohair Centre, Lewes
Attractions in East Sussex
The Mohair Centre is a working farm with an Ofsted registered holiday play scheme and nursery on site. This children's farm has Angora goats and other farm animals. Watch the lambing and kidding in the spring.
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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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