Top Holiday Attractions in England
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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Horseworld, Whitechurch
Attractions in Bristol
Horseworld Visitor Centre is a great day out for all the family. Support the South West's leading horse welfare charity and meet the rescued horses, ponies and donkeys. There are interactive museums and a nature trail as well as pony rides and pet handling.
Old Sarum, Sailsbury
Attractions in Wiltshire
This great earthwork, with more that 2,000 years of history and its huge banks and ditches was created by Iron Age people around 500 BC and later occupied by Romans, Saxons and the Normans. See the remains of the prehistoric fortress, the palace, castle and cathedral.
Durlston Counrty Park, Swanage
Attractions in Dorset
A country park with wildflower meadows; downland; cliffs; sea and a wealth of wildlife. There is also a visitor centre for local information.
Bank of England Museum, London
Attractions in London
This museum housed within the Bank of England traces the history of the bank. Visitors can view gold bars dating from ancient to modern times, as well as coins, a unique collection of bank notes and more. Stories from the Past tells unexpected tales of the Bank, a nun, a giant and a sewer man.
Sheffield Ski Village, Sheffield
Attractions in South Yorkshire
For a unique and exhillarating family day check out the Ski Village at Sheffield. Europes largest all season ski resort includes ski and snowboard acitivities as well as bowling and lots more.
Pennywell , Buckfastleigh
Attractions in Devon
With a different hands-on activity, show or display every 30 minutes, children won't get bored at this fun farm. From feeding the animals to egg-collecting, this is also a great educational experience. Ride on the miniature railway and quad bikes.
Porfell Wildlife Park & Sanctuary, Liskeard
Attractions in Cornwall
A place where families can enjoy close contact with domestic, exotic and wild animals. Discovery and surprise are all part of the fun as you feed the ducks, chickens, goats and deer. There are also zebras, lemurs, raccoons, wallabies and many more.
Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
Attractions in Cumbria
Step inside this charming 17th-century building to enjoy a new exhibition of Beatrix Potter's original watercolour paintings and sketches. This gallery has an interesting history, as previously it was the office of Beatrix's husband, William Heelis.
Pecorama, Seaton
Attractions in Devon
On a visit to these pleasure gardens, visitors can enjoy a gentle stroll around the Peco Millennium Celebration Garden, which has five linked and themed gardens. There is a 1-mile miniature steam locomotive journey on the Beer Heights Light Railway. On entering the famous Model Railway Exhibition, you will be greeted with a display of superbly crafted model railway layouts in all the many scales and gauges produced by the company.
Osborne House, East Cowes
Attractions in Isle of Wight
Osboure House was bought by Queen Victoria and Prince Ablert in 1845 and used as a retreat from the stresses and strains of court life. Today it is on the the most important memorials to Britians's Monarchy. Enjoy a horse and carriage ride through the grounds.
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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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