Top Holiday Attractions in England

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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Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Aylesbury

Attractions in Buckinghamshire

A working steam museum where you can step back in time as you view the giants of the steam age displayed on a 25 acre site. Exhibits range from express passenger locomotives to the humble shunting engine.


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Pleasure Beach Great Yarmouth, Great Yarmouth

Attractions in Norfolk

East Anglia's most popular tourist attraction, occupying a nine-acre seafront location in Great Yarmouth. With over 20 large rides and crazy golf, water attractions, kiddie rides and awe inspiring white knuckle classics... There is something for everyone.


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Diggerland - Devon, Cullompton

Attractions in Devon

Unusually, Diggerland is based on the world of construction machinery! Adults and children (of at least 90cms in height) can ride and drive real construction machines, under the guidance of trained staff. No driving licence required!


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Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden

Attractions in Kent

Take a nostalgic trip behind a full-size steam engine on Britain's first light railway. Journey through 10 ½ miles of unspoilt countryside between Tenterden and the Sussex village of Bodiam and experience the sights and sounds of steam engines.


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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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Bodiam Castle, Bodium

Attractions in East Sussex

One of the most famous and evocative castles in Britain, Bodiam was built in 1385 as both a defence and a comfortable home. The exterior is virtually complete and the ramparts rise dramatically above the moat. Enough of the interior survives to give an impression of castle life.


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Tank Museum, Bovington

Attractions in Dorset

The Tank Museum brings the history of tanks and tank crew to life. Supported by the world's best collection of tanks & action packed live displays. The Tank Museum is the museum of the Royal Tank Regiment & Royal Armoured Corps.


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Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay

Attractions in Devon

There are hundreds of 1:12 scale models set in award winning gardens at this model village. Marvel at villages, farms and rural areas, beautiful lakes and waterfalls, railways and details of everyday life.


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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.


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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.


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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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