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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Barnstaple Heritage Centre, Barnstaple
Attractions in Devon
More than 1,000 years of Barnstaple's history is on show here, with hands-on visual and audio displays and life-size models and reconstructions. Barnstaple Heritage Centre offers great entertainment for all the family including quizzes and games, brass-rubbing and children's costumes.
Bressingham Steam Experience and Gardens, Diss
Attractions in Norfolk
Immerse yourself in a steam experience at this highly popular family attraction. Narrow guage railway rides, Victorian steam roundabout, locatmotive sheds, traction engines, a royal coach, gardens and lots more.
Nutbourne Vineyard, Pulborough
Attractions in West Sussex
Nutbourne Vineyards were first planted in 1980 and there are now 18 acres of vines in production. They grow 7 different types of grape: - The Riesling Style: - Bacchus, Huxelrebe, Reichensteiner, Schönburger, Muller Thurgau, and some Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for our Sparkling blend. Visitors can wander through all the vineyards, learn how grapes are grown in this country, and then visit the historic Windmill to taste some of the Award winning wines they make.
California Country Park, Finchampstead
Attractions in Berkshire
California Country Park is set within 100 acres of rare ancient bogland and lowland heath. It offers a wealth of walking and wildlife watching opportunities for visitors. The Park is open daily throughout the year.
The Helicopter Museum, Weston-Super-Mare
Attractions in Somerset
More than 80 helicopters dating from 1931 to the present day are displayed here in hangers. There are open-cockpit days and Helicopter Experience or Air Experience flights available. The museum organises special events throughout the year.
Stoneywish Nature Reserve, Ditchling
Attractions in East Sussex
Within sight of the South Downs and close to the historic village of Ditchling, the 50 acres of Stoneywish offer a magical retreat from the rush of modern living. Here you will find a corner of Sussex countryside as it used to be, meadows, wetlands and woodland full of native flowers and home to a wealth of wildlife, in addition to our own farm animals.
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.
Arlington Court, Barnstaple
Attractions in Devon
Arlington Court is an unexpected jewel: a complete family estate. The intimate Regency house contains treasures for all tastes, from model ships to shells, all collected by the Chichesters. Offering incident and contrast, the 19th-century picturesque garden is a perfect place to explore, picnic or play.
Great Yarmouth Sea Life Centre, Great Yarmouth
Attractions in Norfolk
At this SEA LIFE Centre you'll enter an underwater tunnel display housing tropical sharks, sea turtles and colourful reef fish. This year the centre welcomes a colony of Humboldt penguins, all bred at other SEA LIFE attractions. These endearing, sometimes comical creatures come from the coasts of Chile and Peru where there are estimated to be fewer than surviving 10,000 pairs. Colonies like this may one day provide a vital lifeline for this endangered species. Their disappearance would certainly be a tragic loss to the animal kingdom. Location: Great Yarmouth (South East)
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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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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