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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Southampton Maritime Museum, Southampton
Attractions in Hampshire
The museum is a medieval stone warehouse containing exhibitions on the port of Southampton and the Titanic. There are ship models and an interactive exhibition.
Beer Quarry Caves, Beer
Attractions in Devon
Take an eerie tour of this vast underground quarry with a long and eventful history, from the Romans to the Victorians. Beer Quarry stone was used in 24 cathedrals, plus Hampton Court, Windsor Castle and the Tower of London.
Royal Cornwall Museum, Truo
Attractions in Cornwall
See a myriad of minerals, view a naked mummy and discover Cornwall's unique culture. Admire the collection of Newlyn School paintings in the decorative arts gallery. The museum presents a range of changing exhibitions form textiles to contemporary art.
Robinswood Hill Coutry Park, Gloucester
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Explore 250 acres of open countryside with way-marked nature trails and a visitor centre. Pay a free visit to the rare breeds farm and see traditional breeds of farm animals
Beale Park, Reading
Attractions in Berkshire
Beale Park is dedicated to the conservation of rare birds. It is home to an amazing collection of birds and mammals. There is something for everyone with everything from animals, landscaped gardens and adventure play to miniature railway.
West Somerset Railway, Minehead
Attractions in Somerset
This preserved steam railway operates between Minehead and Bishop's Lydeard, near Taunton. It is the longest independent railway in Britain.
Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park
Attractions in East Sussex
The Bluebell Railway is a heritage Steam Railway running through the glorious Sussex countryside. It operates standard-gauge steam trains through nine miles of countryside between Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes and Kingscote.
Bygones, Torquay
Attractions in Devon
Bygones has a life-size Victoria street with period rooms. Children will enjoy the large Hornby railway layouts, medals and militaria and the illuminated ‘fantasyland'.
Dinton Pastures Country Park, Hurst
Attractions in Berkshire
Dinton Pastures Country Park is a 400 acre mosaic of rivers, lakes, meadows and wooded areas fro visitors to explore. Countryside events are organised throughout the year, including guided walks, pond dips for children and activity days.
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, Bristol
Attractions in Bristol
The museum and gallery house a wide range of objects, from real Egyptian mummies, fossils and Alfred the gorilla to art, pottery and clothing. Activities include workshops, children's holiday activities, family Sunday Fundays, walks and arts and crafts sessions.
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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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