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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BBC Television Tour, London
Attractions in London
On this tour you will see behind the scenes of the BBC TV Centre. You may visit areas such as the News Centre, dressing rooms and studios. No two tours are ever the same. All tours must be pre-booked and visitors must be ten years and over.
Newquay Zoo, Newquay
Attractions in Cornwall
A great day for the family, Newquay Zoo is home to many of the world's endangered species. With a great collection of animals and a rainforest Tropical Zone there is plenty to see.
Bignor Roman Villa, Bignor
Attractions in West Sussex
Bignor Roman Villa: One of the largest villas to be open to the public in Great Britain, with some of the finest mosaics all in situ and all under cover.
Knightshayes Court, Tiverton
Attractions in Devon
This lavish house was built around 1870 by William Burges. Its much admired garden features a water lily pond, topiary and a restored walled garden. There's plenty to see from looming gargoyles, imaginative carvings including the ‘seven deadly sins' and the medieval great hall complete with minstrel's gallery.
Stuart Line Cruises, Exmouth
Attractions in Devon
Enjoy a pleasure boat cruise along the beautiful River Exe or a sea trip along the South Devon coast. There are also day trips to Torquay, Brixham and Sidmouth. See web site for further information.
INTECH, Winchester
Attractions in Hampshire
This centre houses an interactive technology exhibition set up to bring the worlds of science, technology, engineering and Mathematics to life. Here you can bend light, create your own tornado spout and vortex and work out how much energy it takes to power a light bulb. The Astrium Planetarium is a digital state of the art theatre with a variety of shows to suit all interests.
Dorest County Museum, Dorchester
Attractions in Dorset
Explore Dorset wildlife, geology and social history in interactive exhibitions and audio-visual displays. Galleries to visit include one devoted to Dorset writes including Thomas Hardy and the archaeology gallery.
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.
Stepney City Farm, London
Attractions in London
This is an urban working farm with a full range of livestock. Children and adults are given the chance to meet farm animals, learn how to grow food and try out arts and crafts.
Buckingham Palace, London
Attractions in London
Take a trip around the official residence of the Royal Family with audio tours introduced by HRH Prince Charles. Enjoy a walk in the palace grounds or take part in an activity trail and catch the Changing of the Guard. Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837.
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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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