Days out in England offer a wide range of activities to fit all budgets. Some of the best attractions are even free. So if you're looking for great things to do that will please all the family look no further.
Whether you're looking to have a
great time with your family, an action-packed adventure or just a relaxing day
out, England has plenty to offer. Here are the top 10 things to do in England
for great days out:
1. For thrill seekers, Alton
Towers is the ultimate place to go. The best
adult rides include Nemesis and Rita, which accelerates from 0-100 kmh in a
jaw-dropping 2.5 seconds. It's great for kids too - there are lots of gentle
attractions plus rides you can all enjoy together.
2. Drayton Manor in Staffordshire is another great day out if you want
thrills, spills and lots of family fun. It's home to the world's first stand-up
tower drop, Apocalypse, as well as kids' rides galore. It's even got its own
zoo!
3. If animals are your thing, Chester
Zoo is great for families. From elephants and
apes to crocodiles and turtles, the marvellous animals are fascinating -
whatever age you are. During school holidays, there's even a shuttle bus to
take you straight from Chester train station to the zoo.
4. England has so much heritage to explore, and one of the best historical
highlights has got to be Stonehenge in Salisbury. The world-famous
pre-historic monument is an icon - you've seen it in pictures and on TV, now
see it for yourself!
5. Bath's Roman baths are also great for a historical visit. Discover
what everyday life was like in a Roman spa and see ancient treasures that were
recovered from the city's sacred spring.
6. Nature lovers will adore a day out at Cornwall's Eden Project. Kids
will be entertained for hours by the workshops, trails and sandpits, while
adults can explore the global garden which has been deemed 'out of this world'.
7. Rother Valley Country Park in Sheffield is a great all-rounder for
the sports enthusiast. Try your hand at sailing, windsurfing, rowing, canoeing,
cycling and more! Wetsuits and equipment are stocked for all ages and sizes, so
everyone can have a go.
8. The Lake District is one of the most beautiful places in England, and
a day out in Windermere will not disappoint. Take a steamer cruise across the
lake, travel on the steam railway, visit the Beatrix Potter attraction or
simply sit back and enjoy the view!
9. If you're looking for an action-packed day out at the seaside, then Blackpool
is the place to be. The lively coastal town has something for all ages and
tastes - from Blackpool Tower to Blackpool Pleasure Beach, which is home to the 235ft Pepsi Max Big One! The
Pleasure Beach is great for kids too, with 27 special family rides that
everyone can enjoy.
10. Last but definitely not least is a day out in England's capital city. The London
Eye - the world's largest observation wheel - is probably the easiest and
most spectacular way to see London's landmarks. You can also mingle with
celebrities at Madame Tussaud's waxwork museum, re-live gory history in the
London Dungeons, or sample royal life at Buckingham
Palace.
