England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

magnificent building housing 80 million specimens from across the natural world, arranged in four zones around a giant central hall

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

well-presented railway museum, largest in the world, with a wide-ranging appeal beyond the railway enthusiast

famous for its interactive exhibits, this museum has seven floors of exhibits covering the development of science and technology

largest, best-preserved of several mysterious tunnels associated with Iron Age settlements, thought to date from 5th or 4th century BC

former dock at the heart of Liverpool, now rejuvenated with shops and restaurants as well as The Tate Liverpool, The Beatles Story and Merseyside Maritime Museum

collections covering fine art, decorative art, Egyptology, coins, manuscripts, natural history, social history and South Asia with hands on interactive displays for children

Six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, commonly known as the greatest free light show on Earth!

situated in the beautiful parkland of the Blaise Estate at Henbury, the Museum is housed in a late eighteenth century mansion. Here you can see all sorts of familiar - and not so familiar - items from homes through history

from minerals and fossils to a representation of a Cornish kitchen, WWII, the fire service, wildlife and law and order

situated at the Leigh Woods end of the bridge, containing information about the competition to design the bridge, its construction and completion and how it is maintained today

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

the Exmoor pony is the oldest native pony breed in Britain, around 350 still live free on Exmoor

explore the rich natural wetlands and western dry heath a result of the extensive mining operations. 7 mile circular multi use trail

a site of archaeological importance surrounded by dunes, beaches, a medieval church and a reedbed rich in wildlife

an historic park in the heart of suburban Newcastle. It is a peaceful haven for residents, visitors and wildlife alike

Explore Liverpool’s fascinating, diverse history, from port to sport, in this modern, purpose-built waterfront museum.

go 140m underground to England's last deep coal mine, with 14 galleries to explore and blacksmiths to chat to and an adventure playground for children

covering 2500 acres, escape to the great outdoors with wide open spaces, grasslands and deer herds, just a stone’s throw from central London

experience 200 years of transport history walking down a 1940’s high street, board a tram or enjoy the pleasures of the carriage ride

set in a former Victorian sewerage works with displays of beam engines, showcasing Leicester's industrial, technological and scientific heritage

facilities include children and teenage play area, boating lake, roller skating rink, visitor centre and cafe, fishing platforms and sports facilities

185 acres of extensive conifer woods and moorland with forest walks and viewpoints including a summit of 266m above sea leavel

Excellent preserved ancient villages, with an excellent example of an underground stone-walled passage, known as a ‘fogou'

a sensational survivor of ‘the wildwood’ that once covered much of Britain, where post-glacial melt waters have carved out some spectacular limestone cliffs and gorges

from majestic reservoirs, quiet forests and wild open spaces there is something for everyone to explore in the Upper Derwent Valley

Enjoy the varied programme of exhibitions, films and events. Relax in the new cafe with outdoor balcony seating and find fresh and fun new products in the shop. There is also a children's events programme

beauty spot on the edge of Bodmin Moor with spectacular cascades and a number of well defined walking trails and teeming with wildlife

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

enjoy 300 years of history through hands-on exhibits and displays. Discover what family life was life for the rich and the poor. Then be transported back to the days before washing machines to try out a dolly peg and dress up as a servant

with paintings by world famous artists Rembrandt and Vermeer, this hidden gem offers a unique look at an elegant Georgian mansion

with lots of interactive exhibits catering from the serious student to the youngest child covering Reading's history from pre Roman times to the Victorians

The Scott Polar Research Institute's Museum holds a collection of artefacts, paintings, drawings, photographs (including cinematographic film, lantern slides, and Daguerreotypes), and other material

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

stunning gardens encompassing the ruins of the abbey with different themed sections including a herb garden and children's play area. An ideal spot for a picnic

Blackburn's cathedral since 1926, this church dates from much earlier, & includes a Georgian nave, sculptures by John Hayward & some splendid windows

a traditional park with open spaces, attractive floral bedding and a recently updated children's play area

850 acres of natural parkland surrounding the ruins of Bradgate house, home of Lady Jane Grey, the 9 day Queen of England. Also featuring extensive wildlife

admire the panoramic vista across the water and the wide variety of wildlife from the Wildlife Centre reached by a boardwalk

covers the history of Bude and the surrounding area, including natural history, maritime and industrial heritage, and development of tourism

awarded the national Green Flag Award, a peaceful garden left as a legacy from the Fox family including many varied species

explore the forest on two wheels, foot or horse back, discovering the unique sculptures dotted throughout the forest on the way

400 acres country park surrounding one of the highest hills in the area - which may have had religious significance in prehistoric times

bought in 1888 for the princely sum of £3,120. Originally created in 1841, they are now home to a surprising variety of plants, shrubs and trees

one of the largest folk museums in the South West, reflecting the social and industrial past of The Lizard Peninsula with regular art exhibitions

housed in one of the old warehouses, this museum covers the history of London's port and its role in the development of a great trading nation

local museum covering local history with collections covering all aspects of local life including a replica Cornish kitchen

spanning some 450 acres, and home of the legendary Robin Hood, the forest offers something for everyone of all ages and abilities

The Tate Liverpool is the home of modern art in the North with four floors of 20th century artists as well as visiting exhibitions.

18 mile largely traffic free, surfaced and virtually level multi use trail which provides access to the beautiful Cornish countryside along a disused railway line between Wenfordbridge, Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow

tells the story of Reading's two rivers - the Kennet and the Thames with a beautiful gypsy caravan and preserved turbine machinery

set in Honiton's oldest building with one of the most comprehensive collections of Honiton Lace in the world with examples from 16th 20th Century

200 acre Victorian Park on the South side of the Thames with a children's play area and children's zoo and a small gallery

this pioneering virtual museum has been designed over the past two years to substitute the large, centrally-located museum building, with programming initiatives from the imaginative use of the distinctive and growing museum collection

situated on Nottingham's urban fringe this 450 acre park is made up of pleasant grassland & secluded woods with many beautiful mill lakes and many picnic spots throughout

country park set in 120 acres with a network of paths leading through wetland and wildflower meadows

with shops, restaurants and the Cricklepit Wildlife Centre, cycle hire, boat trips and a climbing wall, there is something for all the family

tropical and traditional planting with stunning views fo the sea and estuary, shell grottoes and an Edwardian bandstand

Hyde Park in London is a vast, historic green space known for its Serpentine Lake, Speaker's Corner, and numerous memorials, concerts, and recreational activities.

museum with large collection covering all aspects of military actions and wartime life, mainly during the 20th century

11 acres if gardens landscaped by Capability Brown. The history of the ruined 18th Century house is depicted in the Gate House Museum

a prehistoric monument that was started in the Neolithic period, probably between 3,000 and 2,500 BC, consisting of 42 stones in a 40-meter diameter circle

this is a unique 18C flour mill standing on the "Isle" of Widmore. The mill was restored in 1958 to a working condition , with further renovations in 1979

telling the story of the local people and with a wealth of temporary art exhibitions. The museum section also holds artefacts from the ancient Egyptians

the house dates back to the early fifteenth century and has had many refurbishments down the centuries, the museum portrays the history of the local fenland and the spacious gardens include an eighteenth century ice house

modern museum in canal-side location covering Banbury's local history and its canal heritage

visitors can admire the remains of an Iron Age fort which is situated in a fine example of chalk grassland, running alongside is the Ridgeway National Trail

enjoy the picturesque views of the Dart Valley from the remains of this small Tudor artillery fort

grand historic building on Canterbury's High Street, housing library, tourist office, café and a small museum

set on the north side of the River Blyth with a picnic area and children's play area, as well as pleasant horse and nature trails. The park covers 57 hectares of woodland and grassland.

set at a point where the River Derwent is at its widest with all manner of bird life including swans, herons, Canada geese and a variety of ducks and moorhens. Location of a number of film and TV productions

these extensive remains were once an 11C motte-&-bailey castle built by William of Normandy's half brother

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

housed in a historic and unusual 18th century Butcher's Shambles, providing a fascinating insight into the growth and trades of the town, the lives of its people and local crafts

remains on an Iron Age hill fort - impressive ramparts - now surrounded by woodland - walks - wildlife - ideal place for picnics

blacksmith's forge - cobbler's shop - last 400 years display - WWI and WWII memorabilia - Victorian child's playroom - musical instruments - local archeology and palaeontology

Originally opened in 1874, these Victorian gardens are bursting with floral splendour and colourful displays. Winding through the park is the garden’s lake and a multitude of pathways

massive ruins of Henry II's 12th-century tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines

located in a Methodist chapel, the centre contains a selection of natural history displays covering a range of topics, including geology, archaeology, vegetation & wildlife

set in a medieval building and retaining many original features, this museum concentrates on artefacts and local history

a lovely example of Victorian Gothic with many symbolic items to be found in the Hidden Nature Trail within the cathedral

the only medieval building in the City containing architecture from 15th to 20th Century and housing magnificent Tudor memorials and striking stained glass

this country park includes a picnic area, forest walks & wildlife observation.

climb the battlements for impressive views from the remains of this 13th Century round tower and keep

gain an insight into the areas rich heritage with an interpretation centre fro the Cornwall Mining World Heritage Site

celebrates Liverpool's history as a great port with a variety of objects , models, displays and even full-sized vessels

occupying part of a former boat building yard - a broad collection of artefacts tell the history of Mevagissey and its residents -

sits atop a rocky promontory, remains of an artillery fort built by Henry VIII to defend Fowey Harbour. Access via a narrow winding foot path

one of the most important Anglo-Saxon burial sites in Europe in the form of a group of low grassy mounds overlooking the River Deben

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

tranquil haven in the city with a traditional Victorian bandstand where summer concerts are held and with a small water garden dating from the original gardens

Liverpool's oldest museum with five floors of exhibits, covering technology, science and natural history

large area, regenerated for the 2012 Olympics, now a mixed use park with several iconic sports venues, open spaces and ArcelorMittal Orbit

from the home of Augustinian friars in the C12th to a country club in the C20th, the land known as Caversham Court Gardens has a long recorded history. Volunteers give illustrated talks

art installation consisting of 100 cast-iron, life-size figures spread out along three kilometres of the foreshore, stretching almost one kilometre out to sea

ancient woodland, at least a thousand years old, with an unusual soil mixture, giving rise to this unique forest with mosses, fungi & insects.

The International Slavery Museum increases the understanding of transatlantic, chattel and other forms of enslavement.

Step back in time to an authentic Fen, to one of the oldest nature reserves in the country, virtually the last of its kind left in Britain