Activities & Places of Interest in the UK

Icen Way, Dorchester, Dorset  

Britain's original Dinosaur Museum is a treat, especially for children. The museum combines life-sized reconstructions of dinosaurs with fossils and skeletons to create an... more

Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, Devon  

The Devon Guild of Craftsmen is the South West's largest contemporary craft centre. The Guild houses a spacious Gallery, large craft shop and The Terrace Cafe with rooftop... more

Killin, Perth & Kinross  

Breadalbane Folklore Centre - a special part of Scotland - and a special place to stop. Where the river splashes over The Falls of Dochart, it tumbles past a beautiful old... more

Park Lane, Goudhurst, Cranbrook, Kent  

Open all year, Bedgebury is perfect for cycling, walking, riding and playing in a spectacular world of trees. The National Pinetum is the world's best conifer collection and a... more

Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire  

Take a tram ride through time at Crich Tramway Village, home of The National Tramway Museum - an ideal destination for all ages. Visitors can ride our world renowned vintage... more

The Droveway, Northey Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire  

The Flag Fen site was first discoverd back in 1982 when a mechanical digger was working on one of the Fen drainage ditches. Timber was uncovered and a team of archaeologists... more

Kelvedon Hall Lane, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex  

Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker is the biggest and deepest cold war bunker open to the public in southeast England. Witness the three lives of the bunker starting with... more

Ashby Road, Coalville, Leicestershire  

Snibston is a multi-award-winning interactive museum specialising in science and technology, engineering, transport, fashion, history and mining. Based on the former Snibston... more

Bodelva, St Austell, Cornwall  

The Eden Project is an unforgettable experience in a breathtaking epic location. Eden is a gateway into the fascinating world of plants and people and a vibrant reminder of... more

12 Pomona Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight  

Shanklin Chine is a world famous gorge that drops 150ft from the cliff to sea level. A deeply shaded path winds down to the shore where there are over 150 plants and mosses to... more

Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria  

Set in the Heart of Lakeland, Honister Slate Mines have, for centuries, produced the beautiful green stone, which it is famous throughout the world. Unlike slate taken from... more

Machynlleth, Powys  

One of the world’s most visited eco-centres, CAT features hands-on displays and practical examples of sustainable living, renewable energy and organic gardening. A not to be... more

Tower Hill, London  

The ancient stones reverberate with dark secrets, priceless jewels glint in fortified vaults and ravens strut the grounds. The Tower of London, founded by William the... more

London  

Kensington Palace is now the Enchanted Palace... Until 2012 Kensington Palace has been transformed into a unique multi-sensory visitor experience weaving contemporary fashion,... more

Murdoch's Lone, Alloway, Ayr, Ayrshire  

Burns National Heritage Park has attracted visitors for 200 years, with its stunning scenery and special connection with the life and works of Robert Burns. Experience the... more

The Railway Station, Toddington, Gloucestershire  

Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, the `Friendly Line in the Cotswolds´ operates a round trip of 20 miles from Toddington via Winchcombe to Cheltenham Racecourse, including... more

Sandy Bay, Littleham, Exmouth, Devon  

World of Country Life gives you value for money, a great day out for all the family come rain or shine. Kids, adults and grandparents will all enjoy a full day of memorable... more

Poldark Mine, Wendron, Helston, Cornwall  

Poldark Mine & Heritage Complex is located in the Wendron Valley, once the scene of industrial activity, Poldark and its 18th century tin mine, described as one of the most... more

Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset  

Wookey Hole Caves: Britain’s most spectacular caves and legendary home of the infamous Witch of Wookey. Wander through the prehistoric valley of the Dinosaurs featuring King... more

Meadow Lane, Stretton, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire  

Probably Britain´s most complete Victorian steam pumping station. Two pumping beam engines, two Lancashire boilers and twenty other steam engines are now fully operational.... more

Manx Museum, Kingswood Grove, Douglas, Isle of Man  

At Manx National Heritage, enjoy 10,000 years of the Isle of Man´s often turbulent history brought to life in an imaginative and thought-provoking way through the Story of... more

64/66 Tooley Street, London Bridge, London  

Winston Churchill’s Britain at War Experience offers visitors an educational and memorable journey back to Britain’s Home Front during World War Two. Explore the every day... more

Scottish Wildlife Trust, Dunkeld, Perth & Kinross  

Visitor Centre and Observation Hide. Centre with wildlife displays, manned by ranger´s staff and volunteers. Adjacent hide with views of breeding osprey and wildfowl.... more

Waverley Excursions Ltd, 36 Lancefield Quay, Glasgow, Glasgow City  

Discover unique coastlines, dramatic gorges, mystical islands and famous seaside resorts aboard historic ships: Waverley – the last seagoing paddle steamer in the World and... more

96 Euston Road, London  

The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom and one of the world's greatest research libraries. It provides excellent information services to the... more

21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London  

Shakespeare´s Globe Exhibition explores the life and works of our greatest playwright, the London where he lived, and the theatre for which he wrote. The Exhibition is the... more

Thursford, Fakenham, Norfolk  

The Thursford Collection, in the tranquil setting of a small Norfolk village, takes you back to a traditional old-fashioned fairground where majestic engines sit next to... more

Ladgate Lane, Acklam, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire  

The North of England´s pioneering eco-centre. Featuring - eco-centre, tropical hydroponicum, River Tees model, play areas, tearooms and shop. Free parking.... more

221b Baker Street, London  

The Sherlock Holmes Museum has already had over 2 million visitors since opening 12 years ago. It is unique. It is in a Georgian building dating from 1815. It is totally... more

Lavender Pond & Nature Park, Lavender Road, Rotherhithe, London  

Artefacts from the foreshore of the River Thames dating from Roman times and exhibitions ´The Blitz Room´, ´The 1950s´ and ´20th Century Artefacts From The Home´.... more

St John Street, Stirling, Stirlingshire  

Stirling Old Town Jail - can you imagine what prison life was like 150 years ago? Come and find out! It might look grim on the outside - but what is it like inside? Step... more

Anchor Road, Harbourside, Bristol  

At-Bristol...Bringing science to life! With action-packed exhibits, live shows and a Planetarium, At-Bristol really is one of the UK´s most exciting interactive science... more

Milford, Lifton, Devon  

In addition to a large collection of Steam, Agriculture and bygones the Centre now hosts the historic collection of the Fairground Heritage Trust including a collection of... more

31 Market Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh  

Edinburgh Dungeon - deep in the heart of Scotland, buried beneath the paving stones of Edinburgh, lies the world´s most chillingly famous horror attraction. Step through its... more

Newport Road, Stafford, Staffordshire  

Stafford Castle is a Norman Stone motte and bailey fortress. Standing on the motte are the remains of a massive hall-keep built in 1348. After the civil war, the slighted... more

Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk  

Welcome to Merrivale Model Village, one of Great Yarmouth's best-loved attractions, a fantastic model village set in an acre of floral landscaped gardens on the sea front. ... more

Aviemore, Highland  

CairnGorm Mountain is an outstanding place to visit at any time of year. Britain’s 6th highest mountain is home to the UK’s highest funicular railway which takes visitors on a... more

Tenby, Pembrokeshire  

Caldey Island is reached by a pleasant boat trip from Tenby Harbour. Inhabited since the stone age and home to various orders of monks since the Celtic times, it is now owned... more

Kenmore, Loch Tay, Aberfeldy, Perth & Kinross  

The Scottish Crannog Centre is a unique five-star heritage centre featuring Scotland's only authetic recreation of an early Iron Age lake-dwelling based directly on the... more

Clearwell, Coleford, Gloucestershire  

Clearwell Caves are now a working mining museum where visitors can see impressive caverns with geological and mining displays. Iron ore from the Caves has been used over many... more

Moss Street, Bury, Greater Manchester  

Bury Art Gallery & Museum opened in 1901 thanks to the generosity of the children of local paper manufacturer Thomas Wrigley. To commemorate Queen Victoria´s Diamond Jubilee... more

Hillside Animal Sanctuary, Hilltop Farm, Frettenham, Norwich, Norfolk  

Hillside Shire Horse Sanctuary: Come and see our Heavy Horses, Ponies and Donkeys, also sheep,pigs, rabbits, ducks, hens, goats and many more rescued animals in their home in... more

Wood Lane, London  

BBC Tours As well as the award winning Tours of Television Centre and Broadcasting House in London, visitors can also explore BBC Birmingham, Manchester and Norwich. Visitors... more

Riverside Depot, Harbour Road, Seaton, Devon  

Seaton Tramway operates a three mile route through East Devon´s glorious Axe Valley between Seaton and the small village of Colyford and the ancient town of Colyton.... more

Stadium Retail Park, Par Moor Road, St Austell, Cornwall  

Looking for things to do in Cornwall? Visit Cornwall’s newest visitor attraction and discover 54,000 sq ft of ‘all weather’ adventures. Splish splash in smugglers cove, reach... more

Porthcurno, Penzance, Cornwall  

The Minack Theatre was built by Rowena Cade and is an internationally famous cliffside theatre. From the local village play in 1929 to the seventeen week summer season now... more

Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch, Argyll & Bute  

Welcome to the magical marine world of The Loch Lomond Aquarium. We will introduce you to many strange, beautiful and facinating creatures of the deep. Prepare for... more

High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset  

The Terracotta Warriors Museum in Dorchester is host an exhibition of the Chinese Terracotta Army from the Chin Dynasty. The exhibition features a spectacular group of... more

Bow Street, Covent Garden, London  

The Royal Opera House is the third theatre on the Covent Garden site, the previous two being destroyed by fire. The new building opened in May 1858 becoming known as the Royal... more

Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent  

Dickens World takes visitors on a fascinating journey through Dickens’ lifetime as you step back into Dickensian England and are immersed in the urban streets, sounds and... more