England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

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

Island home to a medieval castle, reached by causeway, with Norman church and sub-tropical gardens.

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 Abbey Church, a spiritual haven for the many thousands of visitors who come each year, with bookshops and exhibitions of the Benedictine way of life

founded in the twelfth century, these magnificent ruins echo with centuries old stories. Wonderful walking with ancient tree avenues and a playful water garden

the official residence of the Bishop of Durham and the country residence of the Bishops since Norman times. The chapel is thought to be the largest private chapel in Europe

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

with over 80 miles of riverside, woodland and moorland paths, medieval buildings, picnic areas, tearooms and restaurants, gift shops and fabulous scenery there is something for everyone

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

the impressive remains of this medieval abbey boast an ornately decorated chapter house and cloisters with a small museum