Attractions & Activities in England

Nature Park, Abbotsbury Tourism Ltd, Abbotsbury, Dorset

Abbotsbury Swannery was established by Benedictine Monks during the 1040s. It is the only place in the world that you can walk through a colony of nesting Mute Swans. At 12:00 & 16:00... more

The Stables, Althorp, Northampton, Northamptonshire

Althorp is a delightfully welcoming house. Explore the nineteen rooms, including some of the Spencer Family´s private apartments. Discover magnificent interiors and one of Europe´s... more

Alton, Staffordshire

Escape on an amazing adventure to the Alton Towers Resort and experience unlimited family fun all year round! Join Captain Back and embark on an underwater adventure in the new... more

Lift Lane, Anderton, Northwich, Cheshire

Anderton Boat Lift was opened in March 2002 following a £7m restoration project to restore the famous Victorian structure. One of the `seven wonders of the waterways´ and a major... more

Arundel, 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... more

Bitton Station Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol

The Avon Valley Railway is more than just a train ride, offering a whole new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others. It´s a real treat for the whole family! Based at... more

Portland Works Sutherland Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Aynsley China is one of the best-known names in the Staffordshire Potteries, with a history reaching back to 1775. Throughout much of the twentieth century it remained a family firm... 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 may be... more

Hampton Avenue, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon

Babbacombe Model Village has captured the essence of England´s past, present and future in thousands of miniature buildings, people and vehicles. Feel on top of the world when you take... more

Holiday Inn Stratford, Bridgefoot, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

Bancroft Cruisers is a family business operating in the heart of Stratford upon Avon from the prestigious Holiday Inn Hotel. School Parties, coach parties, and groups always welcome. ... more

Embankment Pier, Victoria Embankment, London

Bateaux London is recognised as being one of London´s leading operators of Thames restaurant cruises. It offers lunch and dinner cruises and private parties on the River Thames.... more

Battle, East Sussex

Battle Abbey was founded around 1070 by William the Conqueror, on the site of the Battle of Hastings. The best-preserved and most impressive part of the abbey is the great gate-house,... 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 beautiful... more

Beer, Devon

Beer Quarry Caves, a vast complex of man-made caverns created by centuries of quarrying Beer Stone. Originally worked by the Romans, supplied stone for 24 cathedrals including Exeter... more

Warwick Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire

Bekonscot Model Village: Good things do come in small packages! BE A GIANT in this minature wonderland where nobody grows up. Established in 1929 Bekonscot Model Village captures a... more

East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton, Devon

Bicton Park is a magical blend of 18th century tranquillity and modern-day facilities for all the family. There is a miniature village, large climbing camp, a nature trail, maze, mini... more

Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon

The Big Sheep is located on the North Devon coast and is a leading member of Devon´s Top Attractions. You´ll be assured of a big welcome at this fun filled attraction, ensuring everyone... more

East Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire

Blackpool Zoo, set in 32 acres of parkland, is where you can see birds and animals in natural environments. It is home to more than 1500 animals that include lions, giraffes, elephants... more

Chester Road, Sandiway, Northwich, Cheshire

Blakemere is a recipe of relaxed shopping mixed with activities and events ideal for a great day out! We have nearly 30 unique shops based in and around a beautifully restored Edwardian... more

Woodstock, Oxford, Oxfordshire

Blenheim Palace, home of the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, was built between 1705 and 1722. It is an English Baroque masterpiece, with a... more

Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire

Blue Planet Aquarium: Come share an incredible voyage of discovery through the underwater world from fresh water lakes and streams to mangrove swamps, rocky shores, stunning coral reefs... more

General Station, Bodmin, Cornwall

At Bodmin & Wenford Railway, discover the excitement and romance of Steam Travel on the Bodmin 6.5 mile Branch Lines. Special events include Easter Fun Weekend, visit of `Thomas´, Steam... more

Ambion Lane, Sutton Cheney, Market Bosworth, Leicestershire

Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre & Country Park is the site of the Battle of Bosworth 1485, the decisive battle of the War of the Roses where Richard III lost his life and his crown... more

Estate Office, Bowood House, Calne, Wiltshire

Bowood House, the family home of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne, was built during the 18th century, to the designs of Henry Keene and Robert Adam. The Chapel and famous... more

Bressingham, Diss, Norfolk

The Bressingham Steam Museum & Gardens story could not have begun without Alan Bloom who first acquired Bressingham Hall in 1947. The successful establishment of a thriving nursery and... more

Clifton, Bristol

A visit to Bristol Zoo Gardens is a trip to an amazing world of animals, all set within award winning 12 acre gardens. Meet over 450 species of exotic, endangered and just plain cute... more

Riverside Building County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London

The British Airways London Eye has become, quite literally, the way the world sees London. It is one of the most spectacular and popular attractions in the world, drawing visitors from... more

96 Euston Road, London

On display in The British Library are hundreds of items from the world´s greatest collection of books, manuscripts, music, stamps, sound recordings and maps. The Library´s collections... more

The Station, Buckfastleigh, Devon

Buckfast Butterlies and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary offers a great day out for all the family. Learn about conservation issues and what we can do to encourage these insects into our own... more

London

Buckingham Palace was built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham and was made the royal family´s principal residence by Queen Victoria in 1837. It is now the official London residence of... more

Bucklebury, Reading, Berkshire

Bucklebury Farm Park: Berkshires Best kept Secret! Over 70 acres of parkland in which to see deer in their natural habitat, take the free tractor and trailor ride to see them at close... more

Maritime Museum, Bucklers Hard, Beaulieu, Hampshire

Bucklers Hard Village is one of England´s most attractive and unusual villages. It was created in the early 18th century by the 2nd Duke of Montagu, who planned to build a free port,... 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 in 1897,... more

Long Sutton, Spalding, Lincolnshire

The Butterfly & Wildlife Park is set in the heart of the Fens and is a fun day out for all. Visit one of the largest tropical Gardens in the UK. Admire the unusual billed exotic birds... more

Linden Road, Bournville, West Midlands

Discover the history of Cadbury at Cadbury World, from its social pioneering to the perfection of the recipe for Cadbury Dairy Milk; first launched in 1905, and still a market leader... more

Park Hall Road, Charnock Richard, Chorley, Lancashire

Camelot is a land where Knights battle for honour in spectacular jousting tournaments, where dragons fly through the air and wizards perform all manner of sorcery. With asuperb... more

Market Place, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Ceramica Trust is a unique experience and a great day-out for the whole family. Following the path from clay right through to a finished product, you see a reconstruction of the inside... more

Westerham, Kent

Chartwell was the family home of Sir Winston Churchill from 1924. The rooms are kept as they were during his lifetime and offer an insight into both his domestic and political life.... more

Chessington, Surrey

CHESSINGTON WORLD OF ADVENTURES GOES EAST Brand new Asian-themed land opens for 2010 season Explorers of all ages have lots of reasons to be excited this Easter, as Chessington World of... more

Upton by Chester, Chester, Cheshire

Chester Zoo, with over 7000 animals and 500 species, all set in 110 acres of picturesque gardens, is an exciting, fun day out for all. It is also an important research facility and the... more

Market Department, Pavement Centre, Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Chesterfield Open Market is one of the largest open-air markets in the country, held every Monday, Friday and Saturday all year round, plus a Thursday Flea Market that gets bigger every... more

Cathedral Cloisters, Chichester, West Sussex

The magnificent Chichester Cathedral has stood at the centre of Chichester for nearly 1000 years. It houses a number of treasures including the 12th century Lazarus Reliefs and works by... more

Caveside Close, Chislehurst, Kent

Chislehurst Caves: Miles of Mystery and History Beneath your Feet! Grab a lantern and get ready for an amazing adventure! Just a short way from central London, close to Bromley in Kent,... more

Cherry Garden Pier, Cherry Garden Street, London

City Cruises plc, the award winning riverboat operator on the Thames, provides extensive sightseeing, entertainment and charter services.

The sightseeing service, offers a hop-on... 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. The... more

Clovelly, Bideford, Devon

Clovelly is a little village clinging to a wooded 400-foot cliff, west of Bideford. There is no traffic on its tumbling, cobbled street. Flower-strewn cottages line the descent to the... more

Maldon Road, Stanway, Essex

Colchester Zoo is one of the finest Zoos in Europe with over 270 species in 60 acres of parkland. Many species are endangered and part of international breeding programmes. Interactive... more

Combe Martin, Devon

Come and see Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park the home of the only full-size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex, along with a pair of vicious interacting Meglosaurs, a Velociraptor and... more

Compton Verney, Warwickshire

Compton Verney offers a unique Art Gallery experience. Housed in a Grade I listed Robert Adam Mansion set in 120 acres of ´Capability´ Brown landscaped parkland, it houses art from... more

The Square, Corfe, Wareham, Dorset

Corfe Castle guarded the route through the Purbeck Hills, the dramatic ruins stand on a natural hill. The first castle was built of wood and later rebuilt in stone by William the... more