England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

recommended places to visit and things to do with children in England


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immerse yourself in history, myths and stunning scenery at Tintagel Castle set high on Cornwall's rugged north coast. Inextricably linked with the legend of King Arthur

The Arthurian Centre

Slaughterbridge

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discover 1,500 years of legend with an exhibition room recalling the legends and history of King Arthur. Brass rubbing, nature trail and children's quiz

Ashby-de-la-Zouch Castle

Ashby-de-la-Zouch

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Ruins of 15C castle, formerly a Norman manor house. Fields nearby were the setting for the tournament in Sir Walter Scott's 'Ivanhoe'

Furness Abbey

Barrow-in-Furness

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the impressive remains of this medieval abbey boast an ornately decorated chapter house and cloisters with a small museum

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well-preserved, Neolithic 'dolmen' burial chamber - stands 2.7 metres (8.9 ft) high - five standing stones, surmounted by a huge capstone with wide vistas from the top of the mound