Attractions & Activities in Central England

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Guiting Power, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Cotswold Farm Park was established in 1971, and can be aptly described as a pageant of history on four legs. Alongside the serious aims of conservation and education, visitors of all... 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 trams... more

Derby Road, Denby, Derbyshire

Denby Visitor Centre in an attractive rural location set around a courtyard next to the pottery. Shops include Home Store, factory shop with bargains on seconds, gift shop, garden &... more

Foxfield, PO Box 1967, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

The Foxfield Railway is a preserved Steam Railway in North Staffordshire. Formerly built to carry coal, it now carries visitors on a five mile round journey through the picturesque... more

Shire Hall, High Pavement, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

At the Galleries of Justice, journey with us through 300 years of Crime and Punishment on this historic site. Your senses are bombarded with the sounds, sights and smells of justice and... more

Uttoxeter Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Gladstone Pottery Museum was originally the Gladstone Works, started in the 1780s. The ovens were last fired in 1960. The Museum was opened in 1974 and is the last remaining Victorian... 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 the 693... more

21 Ryelands Street, Hereford, Herefordshire

Learn the history of cider making at Hereford´s Cider Museum, how the apples are milled and how the juice is fermented to produce cider. Also on display is cider-making equipment, a... more

Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire

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,... more

Minster Yard, Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Lincoln Cathedral is visible from 25 miles away and is a distinguished landmark which is even more stunning close up. Take a guided floor or roof tour, see the imposing West Front with... more

Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire

Large collection of railway locomotives and rolling stock. Operating standard gauge railway (three and a half miles) and narrow gauge railway (one mile). Farm Park, Country Park,... more

Exploration Drive, Leicester, Leicestershire

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... more

East Street, Pembridge, Herefordshire

Old Chapel Gallery is situated in a key position on the popular black and white tourist trail in the heart of rural North Herefordshire. Established by Yasmin Strube in 1989 in the... more

Bethesda Street, City Centre, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery is the home of the world´s finest collection of Staffordshire ceramics, including the National Minton Collection. Discover the story of... more

Priory Gardens, Coventry, West Midlands

The best way to find out about medieval life in Coventry is to visit the Priory Visitor Centre. When excavated the site revealed the remains of Coventry´s first Cathedral and the Priory... more

High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge, West Midlands

At Stuart Crystal, take a self guided tour through the glassworks including the underground passages and tunnels which have not previously been open to the public. A spiral staircase... more

Cosford, Shifnal, Shropshire

The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford houses one of the largest aviation collections in the UK with 70 historic aircraft on display in three wartime hangars and within the National Cold... more

194 Osmaston Road, Derby, Derbyshire

The Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre, is housed at the present factory which was established in 1878. The business can trace its origins to the original factory, which was set up in... more

The Railway Station, Bewdley, Worcestershire

In just over three decades, the Severn Valley Railway has graduated from relative obscurity to great prominence in British railway preservation. Nowadays, the initials SVR are not... more

Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

The Shakespeare Houses (Henley Street): Five beautiful historic houses and gardens, all associated with William Shakespeare and his family. Mary Arden´s Farm - home to Shakespeare´s... more

Ashby Road, Coalville, Leicestershire

Visit Snibston Discovery Park and see our £1.4 million makeover. Try and lift a Mini Cooper in our brand new hands on gallery Extra Ordinary, which shows how technology has affected our... more

Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

For over 200 years, Spode Pottery´s beautiful and original designs have become some of the most collectable and sought after in the history of ceramics. Not only is Spode the oldest... 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 remains were... more

Swans Nest Lane, Tramway Walk, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly centre, the UK’s largest tropical butterfly paradise celebrates its 25th year! Rain or shine, discover many of the world’s most beautiful butterflies in an... more

Lindridge Lane, Desford, Leicestershire

The Tropical Bird Gardens are situated in approx. 5 acres of land. Home to several hundred tropical birds of over 70 species. There are large aviaries with many exotic species such as... more

Melton Spinney Road, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire

Twinlakes Park is set in beautiful countryside and has 14 family rides, 10 playzones and 100,000 sq.ft. of indoor play. There are an unbelievable variety of attractions for the whole... more

Burton Road (on the A444), Atherstone, Warwickshire

Unforgettable family days out since 1963 Come and see wild animals from across the world at Twycross Zoo, the centre for conservation, education and family fun. With 50 acres of... more

Warwick, Warwickshire

Experience over 1000 years of history at Warwick Castle. For nearly 600 years the Mill and Engine House used the power of the River Avon to grind grain. A century ago that same `hydro´... more

Barlaston, Dilhorne, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

For a unique experience and a very warm welcome, the stunning new Wedgwood Museum is the place to visit - wether you just like looking at beautiful objects or have specialist interest.... more

Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcestershire

At West Midlands Safari Park the 4 mile drive-through Safari covers an area of over 150 acres. Home to a variety of, exotic and unusual animals which roam the reserves, including rare... more

The Bounds, Much Marcle, Ledbury, Herefordshire

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... more