England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

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


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

Housesteads Fort

near Bardon Mill

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  • fortress
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the most remarkable Roman remains in the country, a real insight into Roman military life and discover the past behind the archaeological remains

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remains of 2,000 year-old settlement with traceable village street and houses, with an underground passage, known as a 'fogou'

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fairytale fortress ruins are all that remain after the castle was destroyed by Parliamentarians in the 17th Century with stunning views of the coast

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a romantic fairy tale castle with an intriguing past with a rare, original port culls in the gatehouse

Chedworth Roman Villa

Stow-on-the-Wold

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in a wooded Cotswold setting with beautiful mosaics and two bath houses with audio guides and Roman themed, children's activities

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discover surprisingly cosy homes carved into the rock. Walk across Kinver Edge, buzzing with wildlife. Quirky tea room inside a rock house

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with excavated remains and stunning reconstructions of original buildings and roman artefacts combine to give a unique insight the Romans in Britain during the second to fifth Century

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Ashford Borough Museum, housed in a 17th-century building, presents Ashford's rich history through engaging exhibits spanning from the Roman era to modern times.

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local museum in converted church with displays covering local family histories, trades and schools

Binchester Roman Fort

Bishop Auckland

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the largest Roman fort in County Durham. A small part has been excavated and is open to visit. Explore the remains of a Roman bath house with its amazing under floor heating system

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museum of Bridport's local history with events and interactive displays suitable for all ages.