Jorvik Viking Centre
York
multi-media ride through a realistic reconstruction of the sights, sounds and smells of the 10th century Viking settlement on this site
Royal Cornwall Museum
Truro
diverse collections, mainly relating to Cornwall's heritage including the Rashleigh mineral collection
Weald & Downland Living Museum
Chichester
rescuing and conserving historic buildings, teaching traditional trades and crafts to ensure their preservation and sharing the untold stories of rural life
Birdoswald Roman Fort
Brampton
high above a meander in the River Irthing, in one of the most picturesque settings on Hadrian's Wall. A Roman fort, turret and milecastle can all be seen on this excellent stretch of the Wall.
Booth Museum of Natural History
Brighton
with over half a million specimens, such as dinosaur bones, butterflies and stuffed birds. There are many hands-on activities, and several temporary exhibitions.
Gunwalloe
Penrose
a site of archaeological importance surrounded by dunes, beaches, a medieval church and a reedbed rich in wildlife
Admiral Blake Museum
Bridgwater
featuring artefacts and displays from the Civil War and a section on the history of Bridgewater. Admiral Blake is renowned as the founder of the modern British navy
Carn Euny Ancient Village
Sancreed
Excellent preserved ancient villages, with an excellent example of an underground stone-walled passage, known as a ‘fogou'
Fountains Abbey
Ripon
founded in the twelfth century, these magnificent ruins echo with centuries old stories. Wonderful walking with ancient tree avenues and a playful water garden
Godrevy
Gwithian
awe-inspiring coastal views of St Ives Bay and the sheltered coves and sandy beaches, including a view of Godrevy Lighthouse
high tech King Richard lll museum exploring the story of the last Plantagenet king including visiting the site of the grave where he was recently found
Ancient House Museum
Thetford
this early Tudor house has a fine carved oak ceiling and contains exhibits displaying the history of Thetford and Breckland including archaeological and natural history exhibits. There is also a fine herb garden
Athelstan Museum
Malmesbury
located in the Town Hall, this museum contains a selection of coins minted in Malmesbury, along with many other exhibits relating to the history of the area
Carisbrooke Castle
Newport
the quintessential romantic castle, Carisbrooke has been an Elizabethan artillery fortress, a king's prison and a royal summer residence
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Fishbourne
impressive remains of a roman villa built around 75AD. Stroll around the recreated Roman gardens and enjoy the largest collection of mosaics in situ in the England
Museum of Cornish Life
Helston
one of the largest folk museums in the South West, reflecting the social and industrial past of The Lizard Peninsula with regular art exhibitions
Colchester Castle
Colchester
the largest Norman keep in Europe, built on Roman foundations, now a local history museum with several significant collections
Arbor Low
Buxton
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
Axminster Museum
Axminster
housed in the former Police Station and Courthouse and offering an insight into Axminster's past, with displays covering a wide range of topics including agricultural tools to Axminster carpets
Barbury Castle Country Park
Swindon
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
Bexhill Museum
Bexhill
a wide ranging set of exhibits are housed here, covering topics from dinosaurs to ethnography. The temporary exhibitions section further increases the scope of the displays
Blandford Town Museum
Blandford Forum
blacksmith's forge - cobbler's shop - last 400 years display - WWI and WWII memorabilia - Victorian child's playroom - musical instruments - local archeology and palaeontology
Bowlees Visitor Centre
Barnard Castle
located in a Methodist chapel, the centre contains a selection of natural history displays covering a range of topics, including geology, archaeology, vegetation & wildlife
Bridlington Harbour Aquarium and History Museum
Bridlington
set in a medieval building and retaining many original features, this museum concentrates on artefacts and local history
Kendal Museum
Kendal
founded in 1796, making it one of Britain’s oldest museums, boasting unique collections of natural history and archaeological artefacts
Trethevy Quoit
St. Cleer
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
DIG
York
hands-on archeological adventure, giving kids the chance to become trainee "diggers" discovering exciting historic artefacts