Southern England
The Garden is a mixture of formal and informal flowers, world famous for it's Camellia groves and magnolias. Noted in Dorset for its Rhododendron and Hydrangea collections and the charming Victorian Garden. Facilities include the Colonial Restaurant, a quality gift shop and a superb plant centre where many of the flowers grown in the Garden can be purchased. Established in 1765 by the first Countess of Ilchester as a kitchen garden for ...
Isle of Wight
One of the oldest vineyards in Britain and located on the isle of wight, Adgestone is set on a south facing slope in ten acres of outstanding natural beauty overlooked by Brading Down, just half a mile from the Roman Villa. The Romans, it is believed, planted their vines on this site. It would be nice to think that Roman Gentry at their bacchanalian feasts drank wine grown on these same ...
England,London
Benjamin Franklin House
In the heart of London, just steps from famed Trafalgar Square, is Benjamin Franklin House, the world's only remaining Franklin home. For nearly sixteen years between 1757 and 1775, Dr Benjamin Franklin - scientist, diplomat, philosopher, inventor, Founding Father of the United States and more - lived behind its doors.
London
Big Ben
Big Ben in Westminster - The name Big Ben is often used to describe the tower, the clock and the bell but the name was first given to the Great Bell. There are 334 steps to the belfrey and a total of 393 to the lantern (the Ayrton Light). The Clock Tower was completed in 1859 and the Great Clock started on 31 May, with the Great ...
London
Chiswick House
Chiswick House is the first and one of the finest examples of neo-Palladian design in England. Inspired by the architecture of ancient Rome and 16th Century Italy, the third Earl of Burlington built the house as a homage to Renaissance architect Palladio. Never intended as a private residence, Chiswick House remains a bold architectural experiment; a showcase for art collections, and a venue for entertaining.
East Midlands
Tucked away on the Suffolk coast, Dunwich Heath offers you peace and quiet and a true sense of being at one with nature. A rare and precious habitat, the heath is home to special species such as the Dartford warbler, nightjar, woodlark, ant-lion, adder and much more. Quiet and serene, wild and dramatic, this is an inspiring visit, whatever the time of year. From July to September, the heath is ...
Southern England
Fontwell Park has been voted the best small racecourse in the South East. Recent development has made fontwell park into a perfect setting for events and weddings and is sited in west sussex just a stones throw away from the south coast and its atttractions.
Southern England
Fontwell Park has been voted the best small racecourse in the South East for the past 16 years Whether you 39 re a racing enthusiast on a friends day out or on a family outing you can be sure of a warm welcome and a great day at Fontwell Park For a list of fixtures please visit website above Southern and Fontwell Park Racecourse have teamed up to offer a ...
London
A Meridian Duck Tour is an absolutely unique Sightseeing Tour in London for you and your family to see the sights of Greenwich in London from both land and water.
See the O2 Arena, Old Royal Naval College, National Maritime Museum, Royal Observatory Greenwich Park and so much more.
Southern England
The house now known as the Manor House stands opposite the east end of the church. It was formerly known as Brook or Brooke House and the name was only changed in the late 19th century.
The house is first mentioned (as Broke House) in the reign of Elizabeth I in a grant dated 1589, but this was an earlier building, though some parts of it are incorporated in the present house. ...
Southern England
The Roman Town House in Dorchester was discovered as a result of excavations taken place during the 1930s. What lay beneath the ground, was the history of another time, Roman Times from around the 4th century AD. Today, this amazing Roman Town House is preserved, and available for anyone to see, free of charge, at any time of year.
The Roman Town House is in the grounds of County Hall, very ...
West Midlands
Leading the world's enjoyment and understanding of Shakespeare's work, life and times visit shakespeares house and gardens - the birthplace of William Shakespeare.
Devon and Cornwall
Stonehenge
Mystery surrounds this 5,000 year old monument in the centre of the World Heritage Site. Visit this prehistoric South West site and decide for yourself whether Stonehenge was a place of sun worship, a healing sanctuary, a sacred burial site, or something different altogether! An awe-inspiring family visit, Stonehenge is a powerful reminder of the once-great peoples of the late Stone and Bronze Ages.
Erected between 3,000 BC and 1,600 BC, ...
London
The Thames Barrier is one of the largest movable flood barriers in the world. The Environment Agency runs and maintains the Thames Barrier as well as the capital’s other flood defences. The barrier spans 520 metres across the River Thames near Woolwich, and it protects 125 square kilometres of central London from flooding caused by tidal surges.
Visiting the Information Centre is a great way to learn more about the Thames Barrier. There's also a ...
The Bodleian Library is a working library which forms part of the University of Oxford. It is housed in a remarkable group of buildings which form the historic heart of the University, and you can explore the quadrangles of these magnificent structures at no charge. Different ticket options allow you to visit the interior of some of the buildings, such as the University’s oldest teaching and examination room, The Divinity ...
England,London
The Houses of Parliament
Westminster Hall is a striking building and is officially a royal palace. Standing on the banks of the river Thames the Parliamentary buildings hold many important historical stories, most famously Guy Fawkes. The building originates from 1840 after a fire destroyed the previous building. Big Ben towers 96 metres high in the sky overlooking Westminster. In the summer months it can get pretty congested with ...
England,London
London Eye
At 135 metres above London, the London Eye is the worlds tallest observation wheel, with 40km panoramic views on a clear day. Constructed in 1999 it is the largest observation wheel in the world and visited by 3.5 million people a year.
London
Fully excavated remains of the historic and unique Roman Theatre of Verulamium. The Roman Theatre of Verulamium is unique. Built in about 140AD it is the only example of its kind in Britain, being a theatre with a stage rather than an Amphitheatre. Initially, the arena would have been used for anything from religious processions and dancing, to wrestling, armed combat and wild beast shows. From about 180AD the stage ...
South East England
The Shell Grotto
In 1835 Mr James Newlove lowered his young son Joshua into a hole in the ground that had appeared during the digging of a duck pond. Joshua emerged describing tunnels covered with shells. He had discovered the Shell Grotto; 70ft of winding underground passages leading to an oblong chamber.
The Shell Grotto is on Grotto Hill, Margate, Kent, around five minutes’ walk from the ...
Southern England
Set within 125 acres of country park this anglo saxon village contains artifacts from this period. The visitors centre has a display with some of the artifacts and the parks natural history. There is also a Shop & Cafe, Children's pay area, Nature trail and Picnic area.
