Things to do in South East England

Beale Park Beale Park is home to a unique collection of rare and endangered birds, with a walk through aviary, an owlery and animal favourites including monkeys, prairie dogs, meerkats and wallabies. Part of the Child Beale Trust, Beale Park is located on the banks of the River Thames in Reading,  Berkshire, providing visitors with a stunning backdrop for a relaxing and entertaining day out.

Beaver Zoological Gardens Beaver Water World are a Registered Charity in the United Kingdom, whose aim is to rescue and care for mistreated, unwanted and rare reptiles and other animals. The Reptile collection at Beaver Water World started in 1980 with a small Indian Python, rescued by a local pest control officer. 'Rivet' the Python, soon grew out of his small vivarium and was also found a mate. It was decided that a large snake room should be built at the ...

Blue Reef Aquarium Hastings Blue Reef Aquarium Hastings.  Blue Reef is part of an exciting new generation of aquarium attractions designed to inspire deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world.  Over 40 living displays recreate amazing undersea habitats from local waters to exotic seas.  Informative, entertaining talks and feeding displays throughout the day.  Enjoy incredibly close encounters with seahorses, tropical sharks, giant octopus and hundreds of other amazing aquatic creatures. Plus. Don’t miss the amazing ...

Bodiam Castle is one of the most famous castles in Britain, built in 1385, as both a defence and a comfortable home. The exterior is virtually complete and the ramparts rise dramatically above the moat. Enough of the interior survives to give a good impression of castle life.  See wonderful views of the Rother Valley from the top of the towers.

Camber Castle

Camber Castle Camber Castle is the ruins of an unusually unaltered artillery fort, built by Henry VIII to guard the port of Rye. There are monthly guided walks round Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, including the castle.  The castle has undergone restoration and conservation works to maintain its glorious image. The castle is opened on Saturday and Sunday afternoons (2−5pm) in July, August and September (plus afternoons of bank holiday weekends March-Sept).

Carisbrooke Castle is located on the Isle of Wight, and the castle is best known as the place where King Charles I was imprisoned. You can still play bowls on the very green Charles used. For a castle that has lived through more than 800 years of service, including resisting a siege by the French and seeing off the Spanish Armada, it's also very well preserved. Explore the Edwardian style Princess Beatrice Garden.

Colchester Zoo Colchester Zoo is one of Europe's finest zoos with over 260 rare species many part of breeding programmes. Interactive daily displays get you closer to the animals and the zoo offers a wide range of educational activities for schools and groups as well as team building for corporate groups. Colchester Zoo's Action for the Wild is the zoo's charitable arm and is responsible for conservation work around the world.Colchester Zoo's UmPhafa Private Nature Reserve is in KwaZulu ...

Deal Castle

Donnington Castle

Dover Castle Enjoy great family days out in the South East with a visit to Dover Castle! Spectacularly situated above the White Cliffs on the Kent coastline this magnificent castle boasts a fascinating history. Go behind the scenes of the newly opened Great Tower with our interactive web pages. Journey through the castle chambers with our virtual tour, play interactive games, discover fascinating facts about medieval Dover and even be welcomed by King Henry II himself! For ...

Eynsford Castle

Farnham Castle

Guildford Castle

Herstmonceux Castle

Hever Castle

Howletts Zoo Park Spend a thrilling day out in Kent at Howletts Wild Animal Park - a 90 acre adventure in beautiful ancient parkland. There'll be surprises around every corner on your journey of discovery including close encounters at the glass fronted tiger enclosures, gorillas, clouded leopards, monkeys, tapirs, giant anteaters, macaques, rhinos and many other rare and endangered species from around the world. Don't miss the Black Rhino breeding sanctuary, the UK's largest herd of African elephants and Walking With ...

Leeds Castle Set in 500 acres of beautiful parkland, a visit to Leeds Castle in the garden of England is full of discovery. Open all year round, its special blend of heritage and history, glorious gardens, attractions, programme of events, and licensed restaurant make it the perfect choice for a day out. The castle as it stands today is the result of over 900 years of alterations and changes. It has Norman foundations; a mediaeval gatehouse; the Gloriette, built by ...

Lewes Castle

Odiham Castle

Pevensey Castle

Port Lympne Safari Park Port Lympne Safari Park Every day is different at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and there's always something new to see and do. Set in 600 acres, including a magnificent mansion and 15 acres of landscaped gardens the park offers a totally wild day out in Kent for all the family!  Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is home to the largest breeding herd of Black Rhinos outside Africa as well as Siberian and Indian ...

Rochester Castle

Rye Castle

Smugglers Adventure Caves Acres of caverns in the St. Clements Smugglers Caves conceal Hastings' exhilarating history of smugglers, bootleggers and warring gangs.

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 seafront and a 20-minute walk from Margate Station (direct ...

Tropical Wings World of Wildlife Tropical Wings World of Wildlife - There is a massive selection of wildlife to interact with at the Tropical Wings Zoo in Essex. Some of the daily activities and attractions at the zoo include: One of the UK's largest tropical butterfly houses Feeding the Wallabies Otter and Meerkat Feeding Time Birds of Prey Flying display in the Outdoor Arena. TRACTORLAND TODDLER PLAY AREA CHILDREN'S ASSAULT COURSE TROPICAL BUTTERFLY HOUSE AND CATERPILLAR CORNER - WHERE BUTTERFLIES COME TO LIFE DISCOVERY KINGDOM - ...

Upnor Castle

Walmer Castle

Winchester Great Hall Winchester Great Hall was the first and finest of all 13th century halls, and contains greatest symbol of medieval mythology, King Arthurs Round Table.  Situated at the top of the High Street just to the left of The Westgate

Yarmouth Castle Yarmouth Castle, Isle of Wight provides a magnificent picnic spot, with views over the Solent for a lovely relaxing family day by the sea. Step inside and discover the atmospheric recreation of how the rooms were used in the 16th century, and see the exhibition about the many wrecks which occurred in the treacherous stretch of sea which the castle overlooks.