England Family-Friendly Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities

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


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walk in the footsteps of Harry Potter and explore the wonders of the Wizarding World

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famous waxwork museum, displaying effigies of celebrities, royalty, historic figures and sports stars, with photo-ops alongside your favourites

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set between Bath and Bristol, the home of fun things to do, exciting live horse racing fixtures and high-quality hospitality events

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childhood homes of Lennon and McCartney, now owned by the National Trust, only accessible on a prebooked tour.

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experience an evocative and intimate insight into living in Back to Back housing from the1840s to the 19790s

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designed by the creators of The London Eye, glide up to 450' in this futuristic glass viewing pod for a birds' eye view of Brighton and the South Coast

Cadbury World

Birmingham

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Uncover a world of chocolate delights and enjoy a fascinating, fun-packed family day out dedicated to the story of Cadbury and chocolate

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a family run living heritage attraction with one of the last horse-drawn barges in Great Britain

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historic narrow gauge railway, located in the Western part of the Lake District National Park with two main stations, Ravenglass and Dalegarth

The London Eye

London SE1

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world's tallest observation wheel, offering spectacular views across London's landmarks during a 30-minute "flight" in a climate-controlled capsule

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visit an authentic 18th century seaport and the spectacular HMS Trincomalee. See how tradesmen like tailors, printers and instrument makers earned a wage

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surrounded by a picturesque garden, Beatrix Potter's beloved farm house was the source of inspiration for many of her famous stories

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late 17th Century house with sumptuous interiors including the Museum of Childhood. Explore childhoods of times gone by, play with toys and share stories

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the museum honours the British Army from the mid Victorian era up to the present. There is a children friendly assault course and a family picnic area

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the shelves and workbenches are full of original stock and tools of the trade, including the fittings for the funerals for Winston Churchill and the Queen Mother

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Behind the scenes at the iconic Anfield stadium including the Player's Tunnel, Away Team dressing room and the LFC Story.

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hop on, hop off sightseeing cruise, 50 minute circular cruise, a lunch cruise with set menu or a la carte dinner cruise

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medieval passages under the city's streets that were built to take fresh water pipes into the city with an exhibition and video presentation

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York

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  • archeology

hands-on archeological adventure, giving kids the chance to become trainee "diggers" discovering exciting historic artefacts