Heart of England Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

packed with over 1000 years of history and set in splendid grounds, there is plenty to see and do including State Rooms, dungeons and falconry

the most visited theme park in the UK with thrilling rides, an indoor and outdoor waterpark, 2 nine hole themed crazy golf courses and much more

set just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, the world famous cottage, with much original furniture, where Shakespeare courted Anne Hathaway

herbaceous borders, over 80 heritage pear and apple trees, over 100 varieties of snowdrops, display of antique garden equipment, children's garden and a garden trail for younger visitors. Truly, something for everyone

explore the birthplace and family home of William Shakespeare, hear tales of contemporary family life, with rare artefacts from the Trust

open for over 35 years, this ever popular farm park invites children to help feed the animals and can hold a newly hatched chick or duckling

covering a wide range of artists including Botticelli, Turner and Monet, all beautifully displayed with state of the art lighting

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

a 15 acre oasis of delight. Designed by J. C. Loudon, a leading garden planner, horticultural journalist and publisher, the gardens were opened in 1832. Today, you will find beauty, peace and tranquility

vast collections, telling the story of the last 400,000 years of history. The art galleries include the world-famous Pre-Raphaelite collection, the largest in the country

part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, where all the staff dress in period costume, with a host of restored Victorian buildings including shops, factories and schools

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

set on the edge of the Black Country, a green oasis with panoramic views, geocaching, and perfect picnic spots

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

opened in 1980, the current collection of vehicles is acknowledged as one of the finest in the world, and the largest in public ownership

a secret, wartime airbase now a museum and visitor centre, restored parkland great for walking and with the 18th Century mansion at its centre

stretching across 3,000 acres of ancient woodland, steeped in history, but with delightful contrasts from the picturesque dingle to the remarkable pieces by Moore and Matisse

a classic lat 18th Century mansion with political, wall paintings by Sir Jame Thornhill and extensive, relaxed gardens and parkland

started in 1922 with 63 acres to explore including a magnificent Magnolia Walk, bluebell woods, with peonies and roses in the summer months. A chain of 7 lakes has been surrounded with rare trees and shrubs

founded in 1973 to preserve the history of cider making. The extensive collection includes cider mills, presses and advertising memorabilia