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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Porfell Wildlife Park & Sanctuary, Liskeard
Attractions in Cornwall
A place where families can enjoy close contact with domestic, exotic and wild animals. Discovery and surprise are all part of the fun as you feed the ducks, chickens, goats and deer. There are also zebras, lemurs, raccoons, wallabies and many more.
Windermere Lake Cruises, Ulverston
Attractions in Cumbria
Windermere Lake Cruises are one of the most popular attractions in Cumbria. Windermere is England's largest lake, in the heart of the Lake District and these cruises range from 45 minutes to 3 hours. Or you can even spend all day on and around the lake.
Ferne Animal Sanctuary, Chard
Attractions in Somerset
Take your time to stroll around the 51 acres of tranquil surroundings for 300 rescued and retired animals, ranging from horses to chipmunks.
Eastbourne Pier, Eastbourne
Attractions in East Sussex
Jutting out into the sea from the middle of Eastbourne Seafront the Pier, built in the 1870's, has much to offer. Camera Obscura is an original 360 degree Victorian projector, the only pier with a fully functioning attraction of this type.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Bridlington
Attractions in East Yorkshire
Sewerby Hall, situated close to Bridlington, on the East Yorkshire coast is a grade I listed country house is set in 50 acres of landscaped gardens. Experience what this historic country house has to offer.
Holywell Bay Fun Park, Newquay
Attractions in Cornwall
Great rides, go-carts, crazy golf and a maze are just a few of the attractions at this fun park. Others include bumper boats, children's fun rides, a climbing wall and a beach near by.
How We Lived Then Museum of Shops, Eastbourne
Attractions in East Sussex
More than 100,000 exhibits of old shops, displays and room sets depicting 100 years of shopping and social history. Stroll through Victorian-styles streets and pay a visit to the grocer, chemist and many more.
Avon Heath Country Park, St Leonards
Attractions in Dorset
Enjoy a day at Dorset's largest country park, walking or cycling in the beautiful heathland and woods. Special events include pond dipping; Easter egg trails; bug hunts; den building; orienteering; animal tracks and signs and dawn-chorus walks.
Tehidy Country Park, Cambourne
Attractions in Cornwall
Enjoy an active day at this country park in 345 acres of woodland, lakes and ponds, with 9 miles of footpaths to explore. There is also the opportunity to follow horse, cycle and woodland trails.
Thorpe Park, Chertsey
Attractions in Surrey
As the nation’s Thrill Capital, THORPE PARK is THE place to get your adrenaline pumping in 2011. Experience the UK’s most thrilling theme park as you’re thrown, spun, swung and soaked on some of Europe’s most extreme rides. New for 2011, climb aboard a life raft and get in a spin on Storm Surge, the ultimate sky-high spinning water ride, Face Your Fears on SAW – The Ride, the world’s most terrifying rollercoaster, and brave the ‘Unholy Trinity’ of Stealth, Colossus and Nemesis Inferno. Location: Surrey (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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