England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

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


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set on a rocky promontory next to the Castle, one of the great Norman buildings of Europe, boasting a magnificent rose window

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visit this modern masterpiece designed by Sir Basil Spence with the iconic tapestry by Graham Sutherland and the magnificent stained glass windows by John Piper

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explore, discover and experience Great St Mary's with a guided or self guided tour of church. Climb the 123 steps of the tower to see the panoramic views across Cambridge. Learning events also aimed at children

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one of the great glories of English religious architecture, this most impressive church boasts 14th Century stone carvings, notably of musicians