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Attractions & Activities Aberystwyth
Attractions and Activities in or near Aberystwyth, such as Vale of Rheidol Railway and Animalarium are listed below. Set in the heart of Cardigan Bay, Aberystwyth is Mid Wales' main seaside resort. Offering a curious mix of attractions and a variety of pubs, cafes and restaurants.
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Vale of Rheidol Railway
Park Avenue, Aberystwyth 0.4 miles away
Opened in 1902, the Vale of Rheidol Railway is a masterpiece of engineering and has been delighting passengers young and old for generations. Although the line no longer carries lead ore from the mines it has been carrying tourists to the beauty spot... more
Animalarium
Borth Zoo, Ynis Fergi, Borth 5.1 miles away
The Animalarium is a small Zoo, and specialises in taking unwanted exotic pets, and surplus from other Zoos. Our latest unwanted pet is Nilly the young female Eurasian Lynx. She was hand reared and is very tame and affectionate. The monkeys, large... more
Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway
Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn 11.6 miles away
Talyllyn Railway boasts narrow gauge steam trains running seven and a half miles into Snowdonia National Park. It offers walks from all stations, museum, cafés, shops, waterfalls, and wheelchair accommodation on all trains. It is not only the first... more
Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT)
Machynlleth 17.6 miles away
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 missed attraction. While you’re here, enjoy a delicious meal in our... more
King Arthur´s Labyrinth
Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Machynlleth 19.1 miles away
King Arthur's Labyrinth: An Underground Storytelling Adventure. Sail underground, through a waterfall and back across a thousand years into the darkest of the Dark Ages. Enjoy tales of King Arthur, and other ancient Welsh legends as you explore the... more
Teifi Valley Railway
Henllan Station Yard, Henllan 29.2 miles away
The Teifi Valley Railway has now been extended as far as the River Teifi,with spectacular views over the river and picnic areas to sit and enjoy the surrounding countryside. Paths run through the woods on both sides of the railway as far as... more
Felinwynt Rain Forest
Felinwynt, Rhosmaen, Cardigan 29.7 miles away
Felinwynt Rainforest Centre is an idyllic rainforest on the west coast of Wales, home to free flying, tropical butterflies in natural soundings. A wonderful day out for all of the family!... more
The National Coracle Centre and 17th Century Flour Mill
Cenarth Falls 31.7 miles away
The National Coracle Centre is a museum and workshop of Coracles set in the grounds of a 17th century flour mill beside the salmon leap. The museum houses a fine collection of coracles from Wales and around the World and also covers the history,... more
Bala Lake Railway
The Station, Llanuwchllyn, Bala 35.2 miles away
Steam narrow gauge railway, Bala Lake Railway offers a 9 mile return journey through the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.... more
Llechwedd Slate Caverns
Blaenau Ffestiniog 41.2 miles away
Llechwedd Slate Caverns offer two tour options: the Miners Tramway where you will board a train in the original slate slabbing mill and ride into an 1846 tunnel via the side of the mountain. This journey remains on the level and tranverses some... more
Brecon Beacons National Park Authority
Plas y Ffynnon, Cambrian Way, Brecon 44.1 miles away
This is a beautiful part of Wales, with traditional market towns, stunning landscape, canal paths, castles and plenty of family attractions. The scenery here is both beautiful and diverse - rolling countryside and valleys, wide open spaces to the... more
Spaceguard Centre
Llanshay Lane, Knighton 44.8 miles away
The Spaceguard Centre is a working astronomical observatory, located in a commanding location overlooking the town of Knighton, Powys, with stunning views that cover four counties. The Centre is dedicated to the study of asteroids and comets that... more
Heart of Wales of Line Form
32 Hendre Road, Llangennech, Llanelli 50.2 miles away
If you are travelling along the Heart of Wales of Line Form for the first time, you will be impressed. Seasoned travellers will need no reminding of the rugged beauty, tranquil villages and picturesque Victorian spa towns that are dotted along one of... more
National Wetlands Centre
Penclacwydd, Llwynhendy, Llanelli 52.0 miles away
The National Wetland Centre Wales, near Llanelli, is run by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT), a leading UK conservation organization, saving wetlands for wildlife and people across the world. Founded in 1946 by the naturalist and artist, the late... more
Anglesey Sea Zoo
Brynsiencyn, Isle of Anglesey 52.3 miles away
The Anglesey Sea Zoo has over 150 species, all found around Anglesey and the North Wales coastline. The tour takes you through the Bone Free Zone, Shipwreck and a walk over the Shark Pool. An underwater camera gives you a fish´s eye view of the Fish... more
Bluestone
The Grange, Canaston Wood, Narberth 52.9 miles away
Bluestone is a five-star, award-winning national park resort, driven and shaped by the expectations of today’s discerning visitor. Set in the heart of the renowned Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Bluestone comprises 178 stylish, comfortable... more
Oakwood Theme Park
Canaston Bridge, Narberth 52.9 miles away
One of the UK´s top ten theme parks, Oakwood Park is one of Wales largest tourist attractions with over 60 rides and 400,000 visitors each year. Whatever the weather, there is something for everyone from white knuckle rides including Megafobia or The... more
GreenWood Forest Park
Y Felinheli, Caernarfon 53.1 miles away
Let the family adventure begin! Voted Best Family Attraction in North Wales, GreenWood Forest Park is a ‘must visit’ day out. Set in 17 magical acres, discover bags of woodland adventure, awesome attractions and forest family fun. Jump aboard... more
Llangollen Wharf
Wharf Hill, Llangollen 54.3 miles away
From Llangollen Wharf you can embark on either a horse drawn boat trip or a motorised aqueduct cruise. The horse drawn trip last about 45 minutes and run every hour taking you through some of the most beautiful canals in Britain. The aqueduct cruise... more
Llangollen Railway
The Station, Abbey Road, Llangollen 54.3 miles away
Llangollen Railway is a mainly Steam hauled Heritage Railway Line starting at Llangollen Station located beside the Dee River Bridge in Llangollen Town, and continuing for 7 ½ miles upstream, following the River Dee to the village of Carrog. As well... more
Plantasia
Parc Tawe, Swansea 55.2 miles away
Plantasia is a unique hot-house garden with unusual and exotic plants and animals. There is a tropical area, like a tropical rain forest, an arid area that shows what is is like for plants in the desert. In the Bird House, Parakeets and lorikeets fly... more
The Dinosaur Park
Great Wedlock, Gumfreston, Tenby 57.8 miles away
The Dinosaur Park is home to over 25 life size, animated dinosaurs, in a woodland setting. In addition there are several family acitivities including Fossil Hunting, Dino Games Garden, Inddor and Outdoor Play Areas. All of our manned rides are... more
Caldey Island
Tenby 59.5 miles away
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 by monks from the Cistercian Order. Visitors can explore the island´s... more
Margam Country Park
Margam, Port Talbot 60.9 miles away
850 acres of Parkland which include 12th century monastry ruins, 12th century church, 18th century orangery, 19th century country house. Largest collection of deer in Wales, 30 acres of refurbished gardens. New for 2002 - light railway attraction.... more
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Llanion Park, Pembroke Dock, Pembroke 61.2 miles away
This is Britain's only truly coastal National Park. It's a spectacular landscape of rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, wooded estuaries and wild inland hills, and a place of sanctuary for wildlife. People belong here, too. They have shaped the landscape... more
Plassey Craft and Retail Centre
The Plassey, Eyton, Wrexham 62.2 miles away
Bring the family for a fun and unique day out at The Plassey! Frequent “Family Events” and family activity Craft workshops - please see website www.plassey.com for more information. Over 25 shops set around charming Edwardian buildings and... more
Hereford Cider Museum
21 Ryelands Street, Hereford 62.3 miles away
Learn the history of cider making, how apples were milled, pressed and fermented to produce cider. The Museum is housed in an old cidermaking factory and visitors can walk through original cider cellars. Admire 19th century watercolours and cider... more
Hereford Cathedral
5 College Cloisters, Cathedral Close, Hereford 62.9 miles away
Hereford Cathedral, the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Exhibition is famous for housing both the spectacular medieval map of the world and the cathedral´s unique Chained Library, the largest in existence. The Mappa Mundi reveals how 13th century... more
Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, Telford 68.7 miles away
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
Hoo Farm
Preston-on-the-Weald Moors, Telford 71.7 miles away
Hoo Farm is family run and over 100 years old, set in 32 acres of paddocks and woodland. The farm is home to owls, ostriches, ferrets, lizards, snakes, meerkats and many more, with different activities running throughout the day from Lamb Feeding and... more
Westons Cider Visitor Centre
The Bounds, Much Marcle, Ledbury 72.3 miles away
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
Chester Race Company Ltd
The Racecourse, Chester 73.1 miles away
The crowds here are testament to the racecourse’s enduring popularity, and perhaps more so than any other racecourse in Britain, the quality of racing at Chester is not uppermost in patrons’ thoughts - not that it is anything but good all summer!... more
Chester Cathedral
Chester Cathedral Office, 12 Abbey Square, Chester 73.5 miles away
Originally built as a monastery founded in 1092, Chester Cathedral was reconstuted as a Cathedral in 1541. The building has a rich and fascinating heritage and a visit here opens a window onto a rich and varied story of monks, kings and craftsmen. ... more
Severn Valley Railway
The Railway Station, Bewdley 74.9 miles away
In just over four decades, the Severn Valley Railway has graduated from relative obscurity to great prominence in British railway preservation. Nowadays, the initials SVR are not solely part of the specialist jargon of keen railway enthusiasts -... more
Chester Zoo
Upton by Chester, Chester 75.1 miles away
Visit Chester Zoo - a world of wildlife awaits you! Discover over 8000 wonderful animals and 400 different species including some of the most endangered in the world! From the magnificent elephants and rhinos to the delicate butterflies, there is a... more
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West Midland Safari & Leisure Park
Spring Grove, Bewdley 75.5 miles away
At West Midlands Safari Park the 4 mile drive-through Safari covers an area of over 150 acres, which includes the ‘Kingdom of White Lions’ where you can see the largest pride of White Lions in Europe. The park is home to a variety of, exotic and... more
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- 2012 MAIN SEASON - Park full open ...
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Clearwell Caves
Clearwell, Coleford 76.3 miles away
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 centuries to make tools, weapons and machinery. Some forms of the iron ore... more
Techniquest
Stuart Street, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff 76.3 miles away
Techniquest - the UK´s most family friendly science centre with more than 150 hands-on exhibits and puzzles, Science Theatre, Planetarium, Discovery Room, Laboratory and The Hub.... more
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford
Cosford, Shifnal 76.4 miles away
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 War Exhibition. A major feature of this unique exhibition is... more
Hack Green Secret Bunker
PO Box 127, Nantwich 76.8 miles away
Hack Green was one of 21 fixed radar stations in the country and one of only 12 fully equipped with searchlights and fighter aircraft control. In one of the cabinets in the museum you can see some of the original communications equipment used by... more
Three Choirs Vineyard
Newent 77.0 miles away
Three Choirs is a friendly way to discover how healthy vines and classic wines have once again taken root in England after an absence of nearly 900 years. We invite you to stroll among 70 acres of carefully cultivated vines, where we nurture... more
Blue Planet Aquarium
Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port 77.0 miles away
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 and mighty ocean depths. Blue Planet Aquarium has the largest... more
The International Centre for Birds of Prey
Boulsdon House, Newent 78.0 miles away
The International Centre for Birds of Prey: Described by one visitor recently as a Hidden Gem of a place, the Centre houses over 250 birds of prey, eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, kites, buzzards and falcons. There are three superb flying... more
Chepstow Racecourse
Chepstow 79.3 miles away
One of only three racecourses in Wales, Chepstow proudly hosts the country’s most prestigious race, the Welsh National, run just after Christmas, the centrepiece of its best day’s racing of the year. Chepstow’s location – just across the Severn... more
Worcester Cathedral
Chapter Office, 8 College Yard, Worcester 80.0 miles away
Worcester Cathedral has been a place of worship for fourteen centuries. It is believed to be England´s loveliest cathedral with an ancient crypt, medieval cloisters and Royal tombs.... more
Red House Glass Cone
High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge 81.2 miles away
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 allows you to walk up through the core of the glass furnace onto a... more
Beatles Story
Brittania Vaults, Albert Dock, Liverpool 82.1 miles away
The Beatles Story is the story of how four young lads from Liverpool were propelled to worldwide fame and fortune. The story is on audio guide that is narrated by John Lennon´s sister, Julia.... more
Liverpool Cathedral
St James Mount, Liverpool 82.4 miles away
Liverpool´s world famous Cathedral is open daily throughout the year - the largest Cathedral in the UK, breathtaking in its architecture, beauty and atmosphere. Climb to the top of the tower for spectacular vistas across the region and river, and the... more
Watermouth Castle & Theme Park
83.1 miles away
Watermouth Castle & Theme Park overlooks the picturesque Watermouth Cove. There is something for all the family from Gnomeland, Adventureland, Castle Treasures, Dungeon Labyrinth and much more.... more
Blakemere Craft Centre
Chester Road, Sandiway, Northwich 84.0 miles away
Blakemere is a recipe of relaxed shopping mixed with activities and events ideal for couples and 'ladies who lunch'. It’s also a great day out for all the family! With over 25 unique boutique style shops based in and around a beautifully restored... more
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