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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Paultons Park, Romsey
Attractions in Hampshire
A family leisure park with more than 50 attractions for all ages, including big rides; little rides a museum and entertainment.
Lulworth Castle, Wareham
Attractions in Dorset
Lulworth Castle which is 400-years-old is now a museum that offers tours, family days and special events from early spring to late autumn. The castle is often referred to as a "mock" castle, as it was actually built as a hunting lodge. There is plenty to entertain children at this historic building. After viewing the house, which has lots of exhibitions, take a woodland walk and feed the animals at a nearby farm.
Classic Boat Museum, Newport
Attractions in Isle of Wight
A great indoor collection of lovingly restored sailing and motorised classic boats, dating from the 19th Century.
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.
Arundel Castle, Arundel
Attractions in West Sussex
The medieval Arundel Castle, dating back to the Norman Conquest has been and is the home of the Dukes of Norfolk and Earls of Arundel. There are amazing artefacts to see, collected by successive Dukes on the `Grand Tour´.
Poldark Mine and Heritage Complex, Helston
Attractions in Cornwall
Poldark and its 18th century tin mine, described as one of the most atmospheric mine tours in Europe. Now a hive of activity with its pottery makers, wood turners, local craft workshops and candle makers.
Fort Victoria Marine Aquarium, Yarmouth
Attractions in Isle of Wight
See poisonous weever fish, graceful rays, beautiful anemones and amazing cuttlefish that change colour before your eyes. Extraordinary tropical fish and much more can be seen at this aquarium. Built into a series of arches which once housed huge cannons guarding the Solent the aquarium concentrated mainly on the native fish and invertebrate life found around the Isle of Wight.
Flambards Experience-Victorian Village and Gardens, Helston
Attractions in Cornwall
Flambards Experience is one of the most popular days out in Cornwall. You can explore over 50 life-size Victorian shops, homes and traders set in cobbled streets with carriages and fashions, or visit the Britain in the Blitz Exhibition and War Galleries showing Cornish involvement in WWII.
Peak Cavern, Castleton
Attractions in Derbyshire
Set within a 250 foot vertical cliff there are various natural caverns including the Orchestra gallery (with amazing acoustic properties) Roger Rains house (with a perpetual waterfall amd the devil's cellar.
SS Great Britain, Bristol
Attractions in Bristol
Visit the world's first great ocean liner, the pinnacle of Victoria engineering and luxury. Take a hard-hat tour and witness the conservation of this historically important iron ship. Step back in time when you board the SS Great Britain, discover the true stories behind the ship that changed the world.
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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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