England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

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


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

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

Blandford Town Museum

Blandford Forum

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  • family-friendly
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  • free admission
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  • limited opening
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  • archeology
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  • World War II
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  • music

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

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  • open year round
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  • English Heritage
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  • wildlife

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