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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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.
Exmouth Model Railway, Exmouth
Attractions in Devon
With more than 7,500 feet of track this is one of the world's largest scenic 00-guage model railways. It runs through villages and towns all exquisitely modelled in great detail.
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.
Romneu, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney
Attractions in Kent
This was the world's smallest public railway when it opened in July 1927. It now runs regular passenger services covering a distance of 13 ½ miles from the picturesque Cinque Port of Hythe to the fishermen's cottages and lighthouses at Dungeness.
Glendurgan Gardens, Falmouth
Attractions in Cornwall
These delightful subtropical gardens include an extensive laurel maze, the Giant's Stride swing and a reconstructed 19th Century schoolroom. The gardens run down to the sandy beach of Durgan, with good swimming and rock pools.
Warwick Castle, Warwick
Attractions in Warwickshire
Imagine a totally electrifying day out at Britain’s Ultimate Castle. Where you can immerse yourself in 1000 years of jaw-dropping history – come rain or shine. Where ancient myths and spell-binding tales will set your imagination alight and your hair on end. Where princesses are pampered and maidens are wooed. Experience the heat of battle at such close quarters you’ll almost smell the fear, as winners become true heroes and losers are confined to dark, dank dungeons to be forgotten for eternity. It could only be Warwick Castle. Location: Warwickshire (Midlands)
Farleigh Hungerford Castle, Farleigh Hungerford
Attractions in Somerset
In 1370 Sir Thomas Hungerford began the fortification of the original Farleigh Manor, into what became Farleigh Hungerford Castle. The two south towers still remain, as do parts of the curtain wall, the outer gate house and the 14th Century chapel and crypt
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!
Eagle Heights Wildlife Park, Eynsford
Attractions in Kent
Eagle Heights is one of the UK's largest Bird of Prey Centres; currently we have a collection of approximately 150 raptors. This includes over 50 species, many of which are now breeding at the centre or can be seen flying in our daily demonstrations.
Dorest County Museum, Dorchester
Attractions in Dorset
Explore Dorset wildlife, geology and social history in interactive exhibitions and audio-visual displays. Galleries to visit include one devoted to Dorset writes including Thomas Hardy and the archaeology gallery.
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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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