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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The Lost Gardens of Heligan, St Austell
Attractions in Cornwall
Spectacular gardens set in 80 acres of grounds. Learn how these gardens have been restored to glory and see the many subtropical species that thrive here.
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.
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.
Bookers Vineyard, Bolney
Attractions in West Sussex
Take the opportunity to see what Bookers Vineyard do and try one of their various Tour and Tastings. Visit an English Vineyard in Bolney, Sussex, close to the City of Brighton (the entertainment centre of the Sussex coast).
California Country Park, Finchampstead
Attractions in Berkshire
California Country Park is set within 100 acres of rare ancient bogland and lowland heath. It offers a wealth of walking and wildlife watching opportunities for visitors. The Park is open daily throughout the year.
Cotswold Farm Park, Cheltenham
Attractions in Gloucestershire
Meet more than 50 flocks and herds of British rare breeds. Enjoy seasonal demonstrations and children's activates including adventure playgrounds, an indoor tractor school, farm safari rides and a pet's corner.
Wycombe Museum, High Wycombe
Attractions in Buckinghamshire
Set in beautiful grounds, and with exciting hands-on activities, Wycombe Museum is a great place to discover the fascinating and varied history of the district and the famous collection of Windsor chairs.
Farming World, Faversham
Attractions in Kent
There are more that 100 traditional breeds of farm animals to meet in this safe environment. In the Hawking Centre visitors can see many indigenous birds of prey in spectacular displays. There are also indoor play areas and crafts. A fantastic, working farm park attraction in Kent and an excellent value family day out.
Somerset County Museum, Taunton
Attractions in Somerset
An interesting museum housed in Taunton Castle, it has costumes, silver and a 16th Century almshouse on display. The museum includes the shipwreck coin hoard –the largest hoard of Roman silver coins found in Britain.
Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth
Attractions in Hampshire
Standing 170m high the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth is two and a half times taller than Nelsons Column making it the tallest accessible structure in the UK out side London. At the top of the Spinnaker Tower you will find the 3 amazing viewing decks: Deck 1 boasts Europe's largest walk on glass floor, Deck 2 has self contained multi media stations exploring the history of the docks and Deck 3 (The Crows Nest) allows customers to an outside viewing deck with amazing 350 degree panoramic views, on a clear day you can see for up to 23 miles. Location: Hampshire (South East)
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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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