UK Attractions

Aberdeen, Scotland - Brief guides are available in a variety of languages for Provost Skene's House, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Tolbooth. Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and Provost Skene's House provide some of the city's most superb venues for corporate entertaining. Events of all sizes can be catered for in a range of settings, from the splendour of Aberdeen Art Gallery's Centre Court with its impressive collection of contemporary art, to the grandeur of earlier times in the intimate setting of 16th century Provost Skene's House. Aberdeen Maritime Museum is an unrivalled location for all manner...

Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire - Wool was historically the most important and widespread of Wales's industries. Located in the historic former Cambrian Mills, the Museum is a special place with a spellbinding story to tell. Regular weekly tips are available on Aberglasney. The theme park has a host of rides for all ages and dispositions as well as catering facilites and entertainments. Staff at Aberglasney Gardens have been stumped by a mystery object found by a visitor in the grounds. If you want to know more about the Red Kite, local wildlife and history, then the Tregaron Red Kite Centre and museum is the place to visit for...

Abingdon, Oxfordshire - Abingdon is an interesting centre for Autumn breaks, with its heritage buildings and close proximity to Oxford, the Chilterns and the Cotswolds. The July floods had a huge impact on many households in Abingdon - many residents are still unable to live in their homes due to the flood damage. Anyone wishing to contribute should please make cheques payable to Mayor of Abingdon's Charity Fund and send to the above address. There is also useful information on the District Council's website www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk and the Environment Agency website www.environment-agency.gov.uk This site is part of Abingdon...

Kendal, Cumbria - Why not learn a little more about the way Cumbrians lived and worked in the last 250 years, with a visit to the Museum of Lakeland Life at Abbot Hall in Kendal, on the edge of the English Lake District. If this is your first visit to our web site, you might like to read the about the Museum.

Dunfermline, Fife - Abbot House has a number of murals, historic and brand new, courtesy of the artists and craftspeople who have worked to bring its history to life. Alongside them will be one of Scotland. A Craft Fair will surround this arena where famous figures of Dunfermline will be on hand including Andrew Carnegie, King Charles, Queen Margaret as well as King Robert the Bruce himself who will be knighting children and inviting them to join his army. We have a number of exciting events planned for this year. This section will give information on how to navigate around the Abbot House website and how to use its...

Melrose, Scottish Borders - Welcome to Abbotsford, Home of Sir Walter Scott, perfectly located in the Scottish Borders by the River Tweed. Visitors are able to view Sir Walter Scott's immense collection of historic relics, weapons and armour, and over 9, 000 rare books. The Great Unknown, and yet one of the greatest literary figures the world has ever known. He went to Edinburgh University aged 12, and by the age of 21 was a fully qualified practising Member of the Faculty of Advocates. In 1811 Sir Walter bought the property which was to become Abbotsford, set in the heart of the Scottish Borders, on the banks of the River...

Liverpool, Merseyside - Groups of 15 people or more must prebook a guided tour for which there is an additional charge. If you would like to sponsor one of us you can keep our picture proudly on your mantle piece! Acorn Farm based in Merseyside, Liverpool in the North West is an animal farm visitor attraction for fun family days out, school trips and school days out with a selection of free range produce including meats, eggs and goat dairy produce. For the very best in farm or animal attractions, or simply if you want fun family days out or school trips for days out simply go to Acorn Farm. Acorn Farm holds a variety...

Church Stretton, Shropshire - This website will help you find out what museums in Shropshire have to offer and give you access to and information about Shropshire's fascinating natural and human history. We aim to provide services as well as we possibly can. We want you to let us know if you are satisfied with the services the Directorate provides, or if you have suggestions on how services can be better delivered. In fact, we want to hear from you on whatever you feel is important. You can make your comment, compliment or complaint in person or by contacting. It is designed to provide an overview of the wide range of performance...

Bridgwater, Somerset - The current exhibition "Our Somerset", at Blake Museum, Blake Street, Bridgwater, has been put on by local art group the Dockside Daubers. Sedgemoor District Council captures information through our statistical software such as: the date you visited this website; your computer IP address; the country you are accessing this site from; the number of times your computer has visited this website and which pages you have accessed. We also get information on which website you visited before you arrived at our website. An abandoned vehicle is a vehicle that has been left and the owner has no intention...

Knaresborough, North Yorkshire - Impress and inspire your guests at your wedding or corporate event at the majestic Allerton Castle, located on the outskirts of Knaresborough - North Yorkshire. 200 acres of breathtaking parkland and tranquil formal gardens surround this magnificent 18th Century gothic castle - the ancestral home of the Lord Mowbray, Segrave and Stourton. Allerton Castle is the magnificent ancestral home of The Lord Mowbray, Segrave and Stourton, situated on the outskirts of Knaresborough - North Yorkshire, the castle is located in-between Harrogate and York, just off the A1. Dine is an award-winning company, recognised...

Honiton, Devon - It is the oldest building in Honiton and started its life as part of a chapel. They got permission for a chapel in the centre of town and called it All Saints or Allhallows. About 500 years ago we know that there was a school meeting in the chapel. Allhallows Museum is in the centre of the High Street, beside St Paul's Church. In the town famous for lace-making Allhallows Museum has one of the most comprehensive collections of Honiton Lace in the world. One display is devoted to pottery which has been made in Honiton for centuries, particularly by Charles Collard, a noted art potter. There is a...

Llandudno, Conwy - While it has been suggested that Lewis Carroll may have visited Penmorfa there is no evidence for this. However coming from Daresbury in nearby Cheshire he would have been familiar with the North Wales coastal resorts and it is not impossible that he combined a family visit with one to the Liddell's holiday home. We have an indoor walk-through Wonderland Rabbit Hole with life-sized animated displays of some of the most colourful and well known scenes from the Alice story providing an enchanting experience for all ages. Visitors are provided with a personal stereo and professionally recorded narration...

Northampton, Northamptonshire - Easy to find and easy to get to – just 15 minutes drive from the M1, less than an hour from the Midlands and only 90 minutes from London. Lord Spencer will be giving talks on his recently published book 'Prince Rupert the Last Cavalier' from 5th October to 2nd December 2007 as follows. It is a beautiful place which has numerous unusual buildings and landscapes within the park walls as well as in the wider estate. Cancer research UK10 is a fundraising series of 10 kilometre runs held in the grounds of some of the UK’s most beautiful stately homes and are open to both men and women of all running...

Sandown, Isle of Wight - Welcome to the largest exotic animal attraction on the Isle of Wight! Amazon World Zoo Park is a special kind of attraction. Here you can learn about conservation and rainforests and come face to face with some of the worlds most unusual, beautiful and endangered creatures. Some you won't be able to see anywhere else in the UK or even Europe! Our website is designed to help you plan your visit, re-live your experience or even assist with homework! It is now over a decade since my passion for the natural world led me to the heart of the Amazon Basin. We are now proud members of the British & European...

Arundel, West Sussex - Amberley Working Museum is a 36 acre open-air museum dedicated to the industrial heritage of the south-east. Staffed largely by volunteers, the museum contains a wide range of exhibits, ranging from transported-based collections, such as the Southdown bus collection & the village garage, to industry-based collections, such as the Print Workshop & Wheelwrights. Amberley is also home to a number of resident craftspeople, who work to traditional methods. From an award-winning blacksmith to a clay-pipe maker, Amberley helps to promote and preserve a number of traditional crafts & skills for future...

Lewes, East Sussex - Not only that, you can now get MARRIED in a choice of romantic settings at three of our historic properties, with prices to suit the budget of every couple-to-be. The Sussex Archaeological Society is committed to the principles of Sustainable Tourism. Wherever we have historic properties, we strive to be informative, support the integrity of the place, benefit local residents, conserve resources, respect local culture and provide a quality experience for the visitor. To find out more about what we do, spend some time looking at this website. If you want to discover more subscribe to email alerts...

Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Isle of Anglesey - Our underwater camera gives you a fish's eye view of the Fish Forest looking out as well as members of your family looking in! We aim to provide an exciting yet educational visit, incorporating our conservation efforts to preserve our local marine environment. Learn about how pearls form and have your pearl valued and set in a range of gold and silver jewellery. Would you like to contribute to the upkeep and welfare of our animals? More variations of Slider games will be available soon! We can provide worksheets, a Safety Information Document and on-site facilities listed below as well as educational...

Ventnor, Isle of Wight - Situated on the South of the Island, just 2 miles from the coast at both Ventnor and Shanklin. It is a pleasant walk over the fields from Godshill. Each of our cottages is different but all are attractive, clean and comfortable. We have a cafe in the Falconry Centre and ample parking for coaches and cars. We are near Godshill, which makes a convenient second visit of the day for coaches. Please make sure you have read the booking conditions. We will send a confirmation when it is received. The centre runs a number of courses designed to offer people of all ages, and abilities, an opportunity to...

Arbroath, Angus - Despite being in the heart of Scotland’s bustling capital, Holyrood Park is a rich natural landscape brimming with flora and fauna. Take a look at our gift collections specially selected for you. Historic Scotland is an Agency within the Scottish Executive and is directly responsible to Scottish Ministers for safeguarding the nation's historic environment, and promoting its understanding and enjoyment. All functions performed by the Agency are carried out on behalf of Scottish Ministers. Historic Scotland safeguards the nation's historic environment and promotes its understanding and enjoyment...

Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex - Our knowledge is kept alive by the expertise of our volunteers and the careful attention to detail in our research. For those wishing to experience the world of aviation we have regular airport guided tours and our Visitor Centre is full of interesting displays relating to Shoreham's history. In addition, we also publish a quarterly journal which contains a large degree of research material. The Shoreham Airport Historical Association is pleased to announce the availability of their Aviation Enthusiast Tours of the airport. The Airport Archive was established in 1990 to record the history of Britain's...

Inveraray, Argyll and Bute - PUFFER FLEET STATUS. 11th October 2007 - VITAL SPARK is at Holy Loch Marina - AULD REEKIE is still at Crinan Basin but WILL be moving out of Crinan before End of November 2007. The Clyde Puffer 'SS.AULD REEKIE' will be moved from Crinan Basin to Inveraray Pier soon. NEW MEMBERS: Your details do NOT appear on the Memberlist until your account has been manually approved and activated using your valid email address. This section has been created to keep you up-to-date with what is happening to 'Auld Reekie. If you have a nautical item for sale you can advertise it here FREE. This data is based on...

Northwich, Cheshire - Arley is a place of enormous character, charm and interest. Visitors are frequently struck by the warm and intimate atmosphere and the feeling that Arley is a much-cherished family home. The Hall is an impressive example of a Victorian country house built in the Elizabethan style. Historic splendour and magical gardens are not the only reason Arley Hall is one of the finest venues in Cheshire for civil marriage ceremonies and wedding receptions. If you looking for something in particular, why not try the Arley search facility, which can be found on every page top right, under the main Arley image....

Arundel, West Sussex - The seat of The Dukes of Norfolk and set in 40 acres of sweeping grounds and gardens, Arundel Castle has been open to visitors seasonally for nearly 200 years. It is one of the great treasure houses of England, each having its own unique place in history and is home to priceless works of art. Below is a selection of popular gifts exclusive to Arundel Castle. Until 1938 the Muniment Room was at Norfolk House in London and all the deeds and medieval court rolls were kept there. The 11th Duke employed various scholars and antiquarians to sort and study the papers, including his kinsman Henry Howard...

Tamworth, Staffordshire - Please email your comments and photos or send them by post, remember to send a stamped addressed envelope if you want your photos returned. You can choose to have a two hour private tour guide booking or for smaller groups a D.I.Y.booking. A pre-visit would be most advantageous to teachers wishing to maximize the educational potential of their visit by preparing work sheets relevant to their children´s Key Stage in Life processes and Living Things. The visit may also be used as a stimulus to other subjects such as the history of farming or comparing adaptations of breeds from different geographical...

Oxford, Oxfordshire - Ashmolean Museum: Services; further information about the Museums services, including venue hire, publications, photographic services and commercial filming. You will have significant demonstrable experience of working in museum exhibitions. Project management experience and the ability to manage a complex series of budgets are vital. You have excellent interpersonal and team working skills, excellent follow through and the ability to remain calm while working to implacable deadlines. The Ashmolean is a University Museum and a Department of the University, which owns the collections and employs...

Lancaster, Lancashire - The drive and pathways were created in C19th but it was James Williamson Snr. who financed the landscaping of the park as we see it today, commissioning Mr. Mclean, landscape Architect, to carry out the work. Until very recently this 6.3 hectares 15.6 acres extension to Williamson Park was a part of the Lancaster Moor Hospital estate. Wherever you turn you can see exotic species flying, feeding and nesting amongst a natural environment. Williamson Park is committed to providing a safe environment for all visitors. The observer becomes the gnomon, standing on the centre of the plinth and telling...

Birmingham, West Midlands - This section contains information about how to use the website and information about the accessibility features that this website uses. We have tried to make the website accessible and easy to navigate. If you encounter problems while using the website, please let us know and we will try our best to help. Information about Birmingham Museums & Art Gallery or about its collections can be found in the About the Museums section. You are welcome to make further enquiries by contacting us. Birmingham Museums & Art Gallery uses its collections, buildings and services to encourage learning, inspiration...

Saffron Walden, Essex - We have a shop on site which is currently stocked with railway memorabilia, including goods from the Thomas the Tank Engine range and books of the history of the railway. A selection of confectionary and ice-creams are also available along with various beverages. All visitors are welcome to come along in 1960's dress! There will be a 1960's Quiz for Adults and a Guess the Word letter competition for the Children entry free. Other attractions include swing boats, a children's roundabout and sideshows, and hot food and refreshments will be available. The Audley End Miniature Railway is a delightful...

Edinburgh, Scotland - Walking tours of Edinburgh. Learn about the historical dark side of Edinburgh, with tales about Mary Kings Close, Mercat Cross, Graverobbers, Cannibals, Plagues, The Great Fire, Witchcraft, Ghost and Ghouls, Myths and Legends. A-Haven Townhouse Hotel - A Victorian Town House Hotel which has fourteen well equipped, high quality bedrooms all with en-suite facilities at value for money prices close to Edinburgh city centre. Located in the old town below South Bridge, in the centre of Edinburgh, are the infamous underground vaults that have featured on U.S. and European television as one of the most...

Bromsgrove, Worcestershire - The Museum was founded in 1964 following an unsuccessful attempt to prevent the destruction of a listed historic house in Bromsgrove. The Museum's education mission is delivered through our award winning learning programme, as well as through special exhibitions and events that seek to bring the past more vividly into focus for the visiting public alike. The most recent comments from our visitors can be found below. The displays explain that these were not just the domain of the working man, but that all members of the family, including wives and children, were expected to contribute to the families....