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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Groombridge Place Gardens & Enchanted Forest, Tunbridge Wells
Attractions in Kent
In addition to the formal gardens, visit the enchanted forest and enjoy exciting playgrounds, huge swings, strange plants, giant rabbits and shy deer. Don't miss the raised wooden adventure boardwalk, the Dinosaur and Dragon Valley and the Serpent's Lair.
Great Yarmouth Sea Life Centre, Great Yarmouth
Attractions in Norfolk
At this SEA LIFE Centre you'll enter an underwater tunnel display housing tropical sharks, sea turtles and colourful reef fish. This year the centre welcomes a colony of Humboldt penguins, all bred at other SEA LIFE attractions. These endearing, sometimes comical creatures come from the coasts of Chile and Peru where there are estimated to be fewer than surviving 10,000 pairs. Colonies like this may one day provide a vital lifeline for this endangered species. Their disappearance would certainly be a tragic loss to the animal kingdom. Location: Great Yarmouth (South East)
Chichester Cathedral, Chichester
Attractions in West Sussex
The magnificent Chichester Cathedral has stood at the centre of Chichester for nearly 1000 years. It houses a number of treasures including the 12th century Lazarus Reliefs and works by Sutherland, Chagall and Piper.
Grand Pier, Teignmouth
Attractions in Devon
Enjoy a few hours of simple fun on this traditional pier, with many family amusements and games, including the thrills and spills of a rollercoaster.
Killerton House, Exeter
Attractions in Devon
Built in the 18th Century Killerton House offers a display of costumes and has period room sets, laundry, stable yard and chapel. It is set in delightful gardens and parkland, filled with many exotic plants and trees. Children can find the ice house and rustic Bear's Hut.
Athelstan Museum, Malmesbury
Attractions in Wiltshire
This museum has local history exhibits such as costumes, and early fire engine, photographs of the town and an educational hands-on activity call the Mini Museum Detective. There is also an activity corner to keep younger children amused.
Dartmoor Otters & Buckfast Butterflies, Buckfastleigh
Attractions in Devon
Walk among some of the most beautiful butterflies in the world, flying free in a tropical garden with waterfalls, ponds and bridges. At the otter sanctuary visitors can see the playful otters from above and below the water and at feeding time.
Southwold Pier, Southwold
Attractions in Suffolk
Southwold Pier is now one of the finest examples of a Pier to be found in the British isles, it attracts thousands of visitors making it one of Southwold's greatest attractions and has just been awarded the prestigious title of 'Best Tourism Experience 2008' in the 6 counties that comprise the East of England.
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.
Goodwood Racecourse, Goodwood
Attractions in West Sussex
Rightly regarded as one of the most beautiful racecourses in the world, Goodwood offers not just breathtaking views of the Sussex Downs and the Solent, but also top-quality Flat racing in the summer.
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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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