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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Madame Tussaud's, London
Attractions in London
Dance like a diva and take to the stage with Beyonce, Britney and Kylie, see if you can bend it like David Beckham or have a dinner date with George Clooney. Also try out as a Pop Idol, be photographed by the paparazzi, have your DNA checked and explore the galaxy.
Birdland Park & Gardens, Cheltenham
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Spot the penguins; flamingos; storks; cranes; parrots; ibis; hornbills and many other birds at this centre for all things feathers, set in woodland and gardens.
Morwellham Quay, Tavistock
Attractions in Devon
Despite being 23 miles for the sea, Morwellham Quay was the Empire's greatest copper port in the time of Queen Victoria. Today the 1860s are recreated with a Tamar ketch moored at the quay, shops, cottages and costumed staff to act as guides.
Stuart Line Cruises, Exmouth
Attractions in Devon
Enjoy a pleasure boat cruise along the beautiful River Exe or a sea trip along the South Devon coast. There are also day trips to Torquay, Brixham and Sidmouth. See web site for further information.
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)
Arundel Castle, Arundel
Attractions in West Sussex
The medieval Arundel Castle, dating back to the Norman Conquest has been and is the home of the Dukes of Norfolk and Earls of Arundel. There are amazing artefacts to see, collected by successive Dukes on the `Grand Tour´.
Dinosaur Adventure Park, Norwich
Attractions in Norfolk
Armed with your Adventurers' Guide, explore and play in 100 acres of woods and parkland, discovering the amazing world of the dinosaurs. Dinosaurs, creepy crawlies, educational activities, discover tribes, raptor racers, Jurassic putt and lots more.
Dyrham Park, Chipping Sodbury
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Dyrham Park was built 1691 to 1702 for William Blathwayt and its rooms have changes little since they were first furnished. There are restored Victorian domestic rooms, including kitchen, bells passage, bake house, larders, tenant's hall and a delft-tiled dairy.
The Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, Dorchester
Attractions in Dorset
This is a delightful unusual museum where the teddy bears are life-size. See the teddy bear family at work, rest and play. A large selection of teddy bears can be bought at the period shop. From the earliest antique teddy bears to today's TV favourites they are all waiting to greet you in this enchanting Teddy Bear Museum.
Tower Bridge Exhibition, London
Attractions in London
Inside the Tower Bridge Exhibition you will learn how the world's famous bridge works and the history of its construction. Enjoy panoramic views from the walkways situated high above the River Thames and visit the original Victoria engines.
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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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