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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Planet Earth Museum and Sussex History Trail, Newhaven
Attractions in East Sussex
Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail is one of the finest museums of its type in the country with life size moving dinosaurs and interactive displays.
Hawk Conservancy Trust, Andover
Attractions in Hampshire
Set in 22 acres of woodland and wildflower meadow, there are over 150 birds of prey on view, from the tiny Pygmy Owl to the impressive Steller's Sea Eagles! Many of these birds are involved in their spectacular daily flying demonstrations, whilst others are part of important breeding or environmental enrichment projects.
Bury St Edmunds Abbey, Bury St Edmunds
Attractions in Suffolk
The extensive remains of the wealthiest and most powerful Benedictine monastery in England, shrine of St Edmund. They include the complete 14th century Great Gate and Norman Tower, and the impressive ruins and altered west front of the immense church.
Hastings Castle and 1066 Story, Hastings
Attractions in East Sussex
Come to the first Norman castle in Britain. At Hastings you can enjoy a spectacular audio-visual show, the 1066 Story, in a medieval siege tent, and explore the dungeons carved out of solid rock beneath the North Gate.
Denby Pottery Visitor Centre, Denby
Attractions in Derbyshire
Tours at Denby are conducted in the working factory by experienced Tour Guides who explain how the pottery is made. There's a choice of Tours - choose the Craftroom Tour,if you have young children. For a more in depth look at the making processes, there's the Factory Tour.
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.
Wimborne Model Town and Gardens, Wimborne
Attractions in Dorset
Built well over 50 years ago, the magnificent 1/10th scale models continue to surprise and amaze visitors from all over the world with their superb quality and realism. There are also award winning gardens and play houses.
Haddon Hall, Bakewell
Attractions in Derbyshire
Haddon Hall is a fortified medieval manor house dating from the 12th Century, and is the home of Lord and Lady Edward Manners whose family have owned it since 1567. Haddon has featured in many films and TV programmes including, most recently Pride and Prejudice starring Keira Knightly, Mathew MacFadeyn, and Dame Judy Dench. Also BBC's 2006 production of Jane Eyre starring Toby Stevens and Ruth Wilson.
Banham Zoo, Banham
Attractions in Norfolk
Banham Zoo is the ultimate fun filled day out for all the family and home to almost 100 animals from around the world. Set in 35 acres of gardens and countryside you can see everything from the big cats to birds of prey, and siamangs to Shire horses.
Royal Victoria Country Park, Southampton
Attractions in Hampshire
There are more than 240 acres of parkland, woodland and foreshore to be explored. The park is in the grounds of an old military hospital that now houses a fascinating exhibition depicting its history, with superb views and a shop.
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Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire
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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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