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Cheddar Caves & Gorge
Cheddar
Cheddar Gorge is the biggest, most dramatic, gorge in Britain, with cliffs rising to 450ft, and two beautiful stalactite caverns.
The 3 mile long gorge, created by successive Ice Age meltwaters, was first occupied by our ancestors (Homo britannicus)... more
Stafford Castle Visitor Centre
Newport Road, Stafford
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 remains were given an extensive 19th century gothic reconstruction. Lower down... more
Winston Churchill's Britain at War Experience
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 hardships of people living and working in war-torn Britain during that era,... more
Seaton Tramway
Riverside Depot, Harbour Road, Seaton
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. Travelling alongside the River Axe estuary through two nature reserves giving... more
Kidzworld
Stadium Retail Park, Par Moor Road, St Austell
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 the summit of the treehouse, whoosh down fast slides or successfully climb... more
The Needles Park
Alum Bay, Isle of Wight
The Needles Park is the Isle of Wight´s premier visitor attraction and is situated at Alum Bay overlooking the Island´s most famous landmark, The Needles Rocks and Lighthouse. Every year, nearly half a million people visit to view these jagged chalk... more
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Pentewan, St Austell
The Lost Gardens of Heligan, the celebrated restoration of Heligan´s productive gardens is only one of many features which combine to create a destination with a breadth of interest around the year: extensive Victorian pleasure grounds, a 22 acre... more
Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail
Paradise Park, Avis Road, Newhaven
Planet Earth Museum & Sussex History Trail is one of the finest museums of its type in the country with life size moving dinosaurs and interactive displays. The Museum traces the origins of the Earth with a spectacular collection of fossils, minerals... more
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Discovery Quay, Falmouth
National Maritime Museum Cornwall: Celebrating the sea, boats and Cornwall, this multi award winning Museum not only has 15 galleries, over five floors beautifully illustrating the past, present and future of this island nation but also offers a... more
Dinosaur Museum
Icen Way, Dorchester
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 exciting hands-on experience. Cinematic displays tell the story of the giant... more
Merrivale Model Village
Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth
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.
Take your time to discover this captivating model village and its charming... more
York Dungeon
12 Clifford Street, York
York Dungeon is deep in the heart of historic York, buried beneath its very paving stones, lies the North´s most chillingly famous horror attraction. The York Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to... more
Snibston Discovery Park
Ashby Road, Coalville
Snibston is a multi-award-winning interactive museum specialising in science and technology, engineering, transport, fashion, history and mining. Based on the former Snibston Colliery, it comprises 7 hands-on galleries, a children’s outside play... more
Land´s End
Lands End, Sennen, Penzance
Land’s End is the most South-Westerly point of the British Isles and one of Cornwall’s most popular tourist attractions. Many generations have come to have their photo taken under the famous signpost and to look out to the amazing views stretching... more
Honister Slate Mine
Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick
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 quarries, the Westmorland Green Slate is wholly extracted from beneath the... more
Dinner in the Sky at Altitude 360
Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London
There’s no better place to survey the lights of London and taste some fantastic British cuisine than at Altitude 360º at the top of the iconic Millbank Tower. The venue offers breathtaking 360 degree views across the capital, and promises an... more
Crich Tramway Village
Crich, Matlock
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 trams through our unique period street and out into the open countryside for... more
Terracotta Warriors Museum
High East Street, Dorchester
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 warriors, which have been specially created in China by the conservation... more
National Space Centre
Exploration Drive, Leicester
The award winning National Space Centre is the UK´s largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the Space Centre´s futuristic Rocket Tower, you´ll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun. Home... more
Kew Gardens
Kew Road, Kew, Richmond
Explore glasshouses, landscapes and 250 years of history at the world's most famous garden. Climb to the treetops, delve into rainforest or discover more on a guided tour... more
Pumphouse Educational Museum (Rotherhithe Heritage Museum)
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
Bressingham Steam Museum & Gardens
Bressingham, Diss
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 the creation of the Dell Garden were the preliminaries to Alan´s... more
Stockley Farm
Stockley Farm, Arley, Northwich
Stockley Farm, opened in 1987, is an organic farm on the Arley Estate which grows a variety of crops and Milks 200 Organic cows. On arrival you are taken by tractor and trailer from the car park to the farm where there is a variety of animals... more
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Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre & Country Park
Ambion Lane, Sutton Cheney, Market Bosworth
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 to the future Henry VII. Offering diverse ways to re-live history... more
British Airways London Eye
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 far and wide. Its success is unquestionable, as is its popularity... more
Hampton Court Palace
East Molesey
Hampton Court Palace: The flamboyant Henry VIII is most associated with this majestic palace, which he extended and developed in grand style after acquiring it from Cardinal Wolsey in the 1820s. He lavished money on fabulous tapestries and paintings,... more
Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, Telford
The Ironbridge Gorge Museums are a series of ten amazing museums located in the beautiful Ironbridge gorge. The seperate museums are: Blists Hill Victorian Town, Broseley Pipeworks, Coalport China Museum, Darby Houses, Enginuity, Jackfield Tile... more
Kings College
Cambridge
Welcome to King´s College, a constituent college of the University of Cambridge, in the United Kingdom. King´s is one of the oldest Cambridge colleges, having been founded in 1441 by Henry VI. It is also Cambridge´s premier tourist attraction, due... more
The British Library
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 academic, business, research and scientific communities and offers unparalleled... more
Galleries of Justice
Shire Hall, High Pavement, Nottingham
The Galleries of Justice Museum is home to the Villainous Sheriff of Nottingham and is the only Museum of its kind in Europe. Based at Nottingham’s old county gaol the Museum portrays Nottingham’s horrible history and crime and punishment through the... more
Wookey Hole Attractions and Hotel
Wookey Hole, Wells
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 Kong and relax in our magical fairy garden. The 19th Century Paper Mill... more
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Beer Quarry Caves
Beer
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 and St Pauls. Beer stone is ideal for fine detail carvings, but... more
London Dungeon
28-34 Tooley Street, London
London Dungeon is deep in the heart of London, buried beneath the paving stones of historic Southwark. The world´s most chillingly famous horror attraction. The London Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back... more
The Observatory Science Centre
Hertsmonceux, Wartling Road, Hailsham
The Observatory Science Centre is unique because of its connection with astronomy. The copper clad domes and historic telescopes give the buildings a special atmosphere with hands-on exhibits, activities and science shows.... more
Chislehurst Caves
Caveside Close, Old Hill, Chislehurst
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, lay the Chislehurst Caves - miles of dark mysterious passageways... more
Farmer Giles Farmstead
Teffont, Salisbury
At the Farmer Giles Farmstead, see the animals in their natural habitat and learn about farming from the past through to the present day. Outdoor activities include bottle feeding the lambs, grooming the donkeys, tractor & trailer rides and an... more
Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway
The Railway Station, Toddington
Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, the `Friendly Line in the Cotswolds´ operates a round trip of 20 miles from Toddington via Winchcombe to Cheltenham Racecourse, including the 693 yard Greet Tunnel, one of the longest on a preserved railway and... more
Tales of the Old Gaol House
Saturday Market Place, King's Lynn
At Tales of the Old Gaol House, let your imagination run riot as your personal stereo guide takes you through King´s Lynn´s 1930s police station and into the old cells beyond, where smugglers caught by the revenue men of the Custom House would be... more
At-Bristol
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 centres.
Join Morph and friends for a journey through animation past and... more
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre
Milford, Lifton
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 operating fairground rides from the early 20th Century.... more
Shakespeare´s Globe Exhibition
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 largest of its kind devoted to Shakespeare and is situated beneath the... more
Shanklin Chine
12 Pomona Road, Shanklin
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 see.... more
Sherlock Holmes Museum
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 unspoiled (by which is meant un-modernised!) and is identical to the lodging... more
Westons Cider Visitor Centre
The Bounds, Much Marcle, Ledbury
Join a tour around Westons Cider Visitor Centre, and hear how cider is produced, from the planting of the orchards to the moment cider is poured into a glass. Stroll through the Henry Weston Courtyard Garden and into the Bottle Museum Tea Rooms. With... more
Tower of London
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 Conquerer in 1066-7, is one of the world´s most famous fortresses, and one of... more
Hillside Shire Horse Sanctuary
Hillside Animal Sanctuary, Hilltop Farm, Frettenham, Norwich
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 the beautiful North Norfolk countryside. Visit our Museum and relive the... more
Tutankhamun Exhibition
High West Street, Dorchester
Experience the magnificence and wonder of the world´s greatest discovery of ancient treasure. Be there at the discovery, explore the ante-chamber filled with its treasures, and witness Howard Carter raising the golden coffins in the burial chamber.... more
The New Forest Wildlife Park
Deerleap Lane, Ashurst, Southampton
Enjoy a wildlife adventure in this beautiful park, set in 25 acres of unspoilt woodland in the lovely New Forest. Get up close to the Sika, fallow and roe deer that roam freely throughout the park and watch the excitable otters squeaking and... more
Jane Austen Centre
40 Gay Street, Bath
Jane Austen is perhaps the best known and best loved of Bath´s many famous residents and visitors. The Centre is a new permanent exhibition, which tells the story of Jane´s Bath experience and has been created with the guidance of local members of... more
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