Heritage & Historical Coventry

Coventry Transport Museum
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Coventry Transport Museum
Whether it’s inspiration, thrills or nostalgia you’re looking for Coventry Transport Museum has it all. From bone rattling cycles to mind blowing speed records, it takes you through the history of road transport and the people who made it happen. All ages will be fascinated by this nationally important Museum.
Herbert Art Gallery and Museum - Coventry
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Herbert Art Gallery and Museum - Coventry
The Herbert, Coventry's award winning museum and art gallery, celebrates the city's culture, history and arts. A registered educational charity, situated at the heart of the city centre, the Herbert is also Coventry's creative media centre and history centre. It brings under one roof the unique heritage and creative aspiration of one of...
Coventry Cathedral
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Coventry Cathedral
We open our doors to visitors daily all year round and you are, of course, most welcome to join us for worship any day of the week. Coventry Cathedral charges for admission to the ‘New’ Cathedral. Charges do not apply if your main purpose in coming to the Cathedral is to pray. Charges are £6.00 per adult, with concessions...
Lunt Roman Fort - Coventry
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Lunt Roman Fort - Coventry
Lunt Roman fort is in Baginton, near Coventry and is partial reconstruction of the fort that was established there in AD60 following the Boudiccan rebellion. In 1960 initial excavations uncovered the remains of the defensive ditches of the Roman fort which led to extensive excavations between 1965 and 1973. The goal was to completely uncover the...
Kenilworth Castle
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Kenilworth Castle
Kenilworth Castle is great because you can: Experience one of the grandest ruined castles in the kingdom See the scene of sieges, murders and royal romance! Learn its history through the audio tour and interactive exhibition Come to an exciting programme of events bringing history to life Enjoy great local walks in beautiful countryside Welcome...
National Motorcycle Museum - Solihull
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National Motorcycle Museum - Solihull
It is a place where ‘Legends Live On’ and it is a tribute to and a living record of this once great British industry that dominated world markets for some sixty years. It is a place where an older generation can once again view with nostalgia the machines they rode in days gone by, and younger generations can study the development of...
The National Trust - Baddesley Clinton
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The National Trust - Baddesley Clinton
‘A place to come back to,’ The National Trust’s Baddesley Clinton is now open all year. Explore the magic of the moated Tudor house. Enjoy the freedom of the surrounding countryside, drop in for tea and watch the changing seasons. There are so many reasons to visit; enjoy the fresh air on the estate walks, treat yourself to lunch or afternoon...
Warwick Castle
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Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle is over a thousand years old and has been well maintained with magnificent towers and ramparts. The splendid grounds are an ideal venue for a picnic. There are many attractions at Warwick Castle from dungeons to the Great Hall, State Rooms and the Royal Weekend Party of 1898. Visitors can climb some of the towers and visit the well...
Heritage Motor Centre
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Heritage Motor Centre
The Collections Centre is a 4500m2 building storing around 250 cars from the reserve collections of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust and the Jaguar Heritage Trust, allowing public access to these reserve collections for the first time. Entry is by guided tour and gives visitors a ‘behind the scenes’ experience, including...
The National Trust - Packwood House
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The National Trust - Packwood House
Packwood House is a wonderful country retreat, ‘a house to dream of, a garden to dream in’. Visit The National Trust’s Packwood House and discover how Baron Ash breathed new life in to the house; relax amongst the flowers, explore the gardens, adventure in the woods and venture across the parkland. The house was lovingly restored at the...
Bosworth Battlefield and Country Park - Nuneaton
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Bosworth Battlefield and Country Park - Nuneaton
Visit the location of the Battle of Bosworth. Re-live this famous turning point in British history - the death of a King and the birth of the all powerful Tudor dynasty! In Leicestershire on an August morning just over five centuries ago the armies of Richard III and Henry Tudor faced each other on Ambion Hill. The battle that followed -...
Stratford Armouries
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Stratford Armouries
Stratford Armouries is a truly unique museum located amidst 70 acres of Warwickshire countryside. We are only three miles from Stratford-upon-Avon town centre - close to Mary Aden's Farm in Wilmcote. Our speciality is arms and armour and we literally have thousands of artefacts ranging from The English Civil War and The War of The Roses to World...
RSC Theatre Tours
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RSC Theatre Tours
Following a massive £112m transformation, Stratford-upon-Avon's main theatre reopened its doors in November 2010 to great acclaim. A Grade II listed building, it retains many of the art deco features of the original building, which dates from 1932, with the addition of some modern contemporary twists. The main 1040-seater auditorium has an...
Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
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Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is the independent charity that cares for the world’s greatest Shakespeare heritage sites, and promotes the enjoyment and understanding of Shakespeare's works, life and times all over the world. Together, Shakespeare's five family homes in Stratford upon Avon form an iconic destination in the UK which has...
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
It is 120 years since Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery first opened its doors beneath the clock tower on Chamberlain Square. Since those days BM&AG has gone from strength to strength and is now home to artworks and artefacts that are the envy of the world. More than half a million objects fill the cabinets and walls of ...
Winterbourne House and Garden - Birmingham
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Winterbourne House and Garden - Birmingham
Restored to its Edwardian Arts and Craft splendour, Winterbourne House is a unique heritage attraction – set within seven acres of beautiful botanic gardens. Only minutes from Birmingham city centre, Winterbourne is a hidden gem – home to beautiful antiques and over 6,000 plant species from around the world. Wander along the...
Tamworth Castle
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Tamworth Castle
Tamworth Castle is the number one heritage attraction located in the town centre of Tamworth.  6 weathly and influencial families have owned the castle over the centuries. The medieval motte and bailey castle has welcomed a number of royal visitors including King Henry II , King James I and his son Prince Charles .The ancient sand stone...
The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
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The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (BMAG) first opened in 1885. It is housed in a Grade II* listed city centre landmark building. There are over 40 galleries to explore that display art, applied art, social history, archaeology and ethnography. Admission:2015 Prices: Charges apply to the tour of the Smith and Pepper factory and the galleries. The...
J. W. EVANS SILVER FACTORY
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J. W. EVANS SILVER FACTORY
English Heritage stepped in to rescue J. W. Evans Silver Factory in 2008. With the completion of the repairs programme, the site opened to the public in summer 2011. Established in 1881, J. W. Evans is one of the most complete surviving historic factories in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter. To walk into the factory today is to enter a lost...
Soho House Museum - Handsworth
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Soho House Museum - Handsworth
Soho House was once a regular meeting place for some of the greatest minds of the 18th century. It was in the dining room of this elegant house that Matthew Boulton, one of the country's first industrialists, entertained the leading scientists and inventors of the industrial age. Boulton’s guests included James Watt, Erasmus...
Selly Manor Museum -Bourneville
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Selly Manor Museum -Bourneville
A museum steeped in history, in one of Birmingham's oldest buildings. One of Birmingham’s oldest buildings, SELLY MANOR dates back to the 1300s. By the turn of the 20th Century, it had been divided into three separate homes, and fallen into disrepair. In 1907, busy establishing his vision of a Bournville village, local chocolate maker and...
KIRBY MUXLOE CASTLE
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KIRBY MUXLOE CASTLE
This picturesque fortified mansion was built for Lord Hastings, who was dramatically seized and executed by Richard III in 1483. Hastings’ descendants still believe they have a direct line to the throne of England. Explore the atmospheric moated remains, the fine gatehouse, and complete corner tower of this brick-built mansion, which have been...
The National Trust - Coughton Court
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The National Trust - Coughton Court
Coughton Court, an imposing Tudor house set in beautiful gardens with a collection of Catholic treasures; with plenty to see and do, this is an excellent place to visit for all ages and interests. Home to the Throckmorton family for 600 years, Coughton Court stands testament to a family’s courage in maintaining their beliefs. From a...
Roman Alcester Heritage Centre
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Roman Alcester Heritage Centre
Roman Alcester is the exciting  exhibition interpreting and displaying objects from Alcester's Roman past. Alcester is one of the most investigated Roman small towns in the country, with over 100 archaeological digs in the last 80 years. Admission:2015 Prices: Free to visit.   Opening Times: 2015 Opening Details: Thursday and...
Donington le Heath Manor House
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Donington le Heath Manor House
The museum is based in a Medieval Manor House dating back to 1280. The house has a fascinating history and is now restored with fine oak furnishings. Visitors to the house can now see restored rooms and displays on medieval life as well as a series of temporary exhibitions on a wide range of subjects. The house is set in recently recreated 17th...
King Richard III Discovery Centre
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King Richard III Discovery Centre
Less than two years have passed since Leicester City Council purchased an old school building with the aim of creating a centre that would tell the story of the remarkable search for –and at that point unconfirmed  discovery of – King Richard lll. Admission: Adult (16+ Years) £8.95 Child (5 – 15 Years)...
JEWRY WALL
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JEWRY WALL
A length of Roman bath-house wall over 9 metres (30 feet) high, near a museum displaying the archaeology of Leicester and its region. Please note: Dogs on leads are welcome. Parking is available by the museum, within St Nicholas Circle. OPENING TIMES 30 APRIL 2017 - 24 MARCH 2018 Visits to the Wall can be made at any reasonable time...
Snibston
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Snibston
Take a fascinating journey around Snibston where you can discover 500 years of technological innovation and its impact on our everyday lives. From the earliest mining tools, proto-type jet engine to the largest fashion display outside London, there is plenty to explore at this must see museum! As the region's largest interactive museum, Snibston...
HALESOWEN ABBEY
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HALESOWEN ABBEY
Remains of an abbey founded by King John in the 13th century. With thanks to the Halesowen Abbey Trust. BEFORE YOU GO Please Be Aware: The land immediately around the site of the abbey is privately owned and no access is permitted. The ruins can be viewed from a nearby footpath. How to Find It: From the A456 the footpath can be found 150...
National Space Centre - Leicester
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National Space Centre - Leicester
Great Day Out... With so Much More The award winning National Space Centre is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the Space Centre's futuristic Rocket Tower, you 'll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun. Human Spaceflight: Lunar Base 2025 is the new fantastic experience...
Lichfield Heritage Centre
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Lichfield Heritage Centre
In the Market Square at the very heart of the city of Lichfield is St Mary`s Church, now also the home of the Lichfield Heritage Centre. This church is in fact the fifth one on this site since the first one in 1260, with the present building dating from 1868. With the gradual decline of the city centre population from the 1930`s onwards, this...
Erasmus Darwin House
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Erasmus Darwin House
Admission: £3 adult, £2 conc, £1 child, £6 family.    Opening Times:  11am to 4pm or 5pm seasonally. November through March Thursday through Sunday only 11am to 4pm. Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Ashby-de-la-zouch Castle
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Ashby-de-la-zouch Castle
 A visit to Ashby Castle makes a great family day out in Leicestershire. The property began as a manor house in the 12th century and reached castle status in the 15th century. Come and find out about the castle’s colourful history with our lively audio tour. Hear how Edward IV’s Chamberlain Lord Hastings added the chapel and the...
Ashby de la Zouch Museum
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Ashby de la Zouch Museum
Local history museum with special events for families and children. Open all the year round with interesting exhibitions, models and children's activity sheets. Specially designed hands-on activities for pre-booked school groups and other organised children's groups. The Museum closes for Christmas on Saturday 22nd December and reopens Monday 7th...
Banbury Museum - Oxford
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Banbury Museum - Oxford
Welcome to Banbury Museum. PLEASE NOTE - we're in the process of creating a brand new, much improved website for Banbury Museum which will be launched in the coming months. Please bear with us whilst we make these changes. Opening  hours Galleries, Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Tourist Information Centre and Shop, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday...
Little Steps Gym Walsall
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Little Steps Gym Walsall
All the Little Steps Gym classes have a set format and the class theme changes every week. Themes can be anything from a space adventure to a walk in the park. We aim to encourage children to join into the activity by making every class lots of fun. Every week we cover many different skills including co-ordination and balance. Every class includes...
Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings
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Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings
In 1967 Avoncroft Museum was opened to the public following the rescue and reconstruction of a Medieval Merchant’s House from Bromsgrove. Avoncroft’s priority is to retain historic buildings in their original location. Over five decades, Avoncroft Museum has continued to rescue structures where this had not been achievable. The...
Dudley Zoo & Castle
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Dudley Zoo & Castle
Have a great day out at Dudley Zoo with some of the rarest and most exotic creaures from all over the world, They have togers, lemurs( funny furry animals) lions and penguins to name but a few. They have lots of other stuff going on as well please check their events calendar. As a Charity we rely upon donations from our visitors to support our...
Dudley Canal Trust and Trips
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Dudley Canal Trust and Trips
See the network of underground canal routes that helped form the Industrial Black Country and marvel at the fantastic Limestone Caverns carved by man in his search for raw materials with which to make iron, the foundation of the 19th Century Black Country. Learn about the history and formation of Limestone and the fossilization of small creatures...
Sulgrave Manor - Banbury
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Sulgrave Manor - Banbury
The ancestral home of the Washingtons in Britain discover the history of George Washington and his family: We look forward to seeing you here and to introducing you to     The compact Manor House - not a demanding marathon down endless corridors but a gentle stroll through three centuries of English history in the company of a...
Harborough Museum
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Harborough Museum
Featuring the Hallaton Treasure, one of the most significant Iron Age finds in Britain, in the new Treasure Gallery. A two thousand year old dog that was sacrificed and buried to guard the Hallaton Treasure is now on display at Harborough Museum. Harborough Museum is open at the following times: Monday 10:30 am - 4:15pm ...
Broughton Castle
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Broughton Castle
“About the most beautiful castle in all England ... for sheer loveliness of the combination of water, woods and picturesque buildings.” A generous tribute from historian Sir Charles Oman in 1898, and one continued by the noted diarist James Lees-Milne in a 1989 entry"It is still the most romantic house imaginable. English to...
Rockingham Castle
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Rockingham Castle
This remarkable castle, built on the instruction of William the Conqueror, has been my family's home for 450 years.  Prior to the Watson's ownership the Castle was held by the crown.  There are very few other homes that have been continuously occupied for nearly 1000 years and within that time been owned by just one family since being...
Harrington Aviation Museum
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Harrington Aviation Museum
Housed in the original Group Operations Building on the site of USAAF Station 179, the CARPETBAGGER AVIATION MUSEUM offers a rare look at life on the top secret base of the 801st / 492nd American Eighth Air Force Bomb Group during World War II. Photographs, maps, exhibits and unique film footage describe the secret missions flown by Harrington...
Kiftsgate Court Gardens
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Kiftsgate Court Gardens
Kiftsgate Court Gardens was created in the 1920s and is a beautiful place to take the family with a lot of plants to see and enjoy. Perfect for garden lovers with lots of space for the kids to run around. Perched on a cliffside at the edge of the Cotswalds, it has a large variety of roses, trees and other plants to look at. Please be aware that...
Charnwood Museum - Loughborough
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Charnwood Museum - Loughborough
Charnwood Museum features a wide range of exhibits reflecting the history, geology, archaeology and industries of Charnwood and the surrounding area. Permanent displays include ‘Coming to Charnwood’, ‘The Natural World of Charnwood’, ‘Living off the Land’ and ‘Earning a Living’. Each contains...
Himley Hall and Park
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Himley Hall and Park
Himley Park is now a premier events venue playing host to a variety of outdoor events from garden plant fairs and classic vehicle shows to the breathtaking Himley Fireworks display. Admission: Free to visit. Pay and display in operation for parking. There is a charge for some of the events.    Opening Times: Himley...
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
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Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
A visit to Northampton Museum and Art Gallery will give you the opportunity to explore the amazing shoe collection recognised as a collection of national importance. You can also find out about the history of Northampton and see our excellent art and ceramics collection. Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday 10am -...
Abington Museum
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Abington Museum
It is an excellent place to visit if you are out with your family or if you are interesting in exploring things like the domestic life in the town, our costume collection or our displays about the Northamptonshire Regiment. Highlights are: The history of the Northamptonshire Regiment Northampton Life Rolling programme...
The Canal Museum
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The Canal Museum
Found in the heart of the beautiful village of Stoke Bruerne on the Grand Union Canal, The Canal Museum is a treasure trove of stories, films, collections and displays all about our waterways. The Canal Museum is housed in a historic corn mill, and provides a fascinating look at the history of Britain's canals. With a wide range of exhibits and a...
Claymills Victorian Pumping Station
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Claymills Victorian Pumping Station
The Trust is embarking on an exciting new venture "Ratty Tails", with the launch of a children's book whose story features Claymills Pumping Station. For several years now, the rats of Claymills Victorian Pumping Station have led young people on an exciting trail around the site. So, when someone said, "Why don't we write...
Sywell Aviation Museum
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Sywell Aviation Museum
Sywell Aviation Museum (SAM) is a voluntary, non-profit-making organisation which aims to preserve the history of Sywell Aerodrome and Northamptonshire's rich aviation heritage from the early days of aviation to the Second World War and beyond. SAM began life in 1998 and the Museum building was opened in 2001 by the legendary aviator Alex...
The Donnington Grand Prix & Military Collection
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The Donnington Grand Prix & Military Collection
THE DONINGTON GRAND PRIX COLLECTION IS, QUITE SIMPLY, THE LARGEST SHOWCASE OF GRAND PRIX RACING CARS IN THE WORLD NOW ALSO INCORPORATING THE WHEATCROFT MILITARY COLLECTION IN THE FIRST TWO HALLS. Four halls, with over 130 exhibits, illustrate the history of motorsport from the turn of the 20th Century, where visitors can get close to the cars...
Hartlebury Castle and Museum
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Hartlebury Castle and Museum
Hartlebury Castle and Museum The County Museum at Hartlebury, housed in the former home of the Bishops of Worcester, is a fascinating place to explore. In the museum galleries you can discover social history, toys through time, travel and transport and the intriguing story of Worcestershire's past. Visitors can also see room sets such as the...
WHITE LADIES PRIORY
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WHITE LADIES PRIORY
Ruins of the late 12th century church of a small nunnery of 'white ladies' or Augustinian canonesses. The priory enjoyed a moment of high drama in 1651 when it briefly became the hiding place of Charles II after his defeat at the Battle of Worcester. Disguised as a woodsman with his face covered in soot, he soon moved to nearby Boscobel...
Worcester City Museum
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Worcester City Museum
Welcome to the City Art Gallery & Museum, Worcester's principal art gallery and museum hosts a unique programme of contemporary art exhibitions, as well as housing a historic picture collection and an intriguing selection of objects ranging from a 19th century chemist's shop to the wonderful Worcester sauce machine.
The Commandery - Sidbury
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The Commandery - Sidbury
A glorious Grade 1 listed site dating back to the 12th century, The Commandery has had a long and varied history that is reflected in its range of architectural styles from medieval to Victorian. The Commandery has exciting stories to tell you about power, greed, war, wealth, romance, death, society and industry. Step back in time to catch a...
Bewdley Museum
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Bewdley Museum
Set in a historic Butchers Shambles, fascinating displays give an insight into the trades and crafts of the Wyre Forest area. With hands-on activities and regular craft demonstrations there's plenty to see and do for the whole family, including the brass foundry, jails, resident crafts people, air raid shelter tours, varied exhibitions...
RUSHTON TRIANGULAR LODGE
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RUSHTON TRIANGULAR LODGE
This delightful triangular building was designed by Sir Thomas Tresham (father of one of the Gunpowder Plotters) and constructed between 1593 and 1597. It is a testament to Tresham’s Roman Catholicism: the number three, symbolising the Holy Trinity, is apparent everywhere. There are three floors, trefoil windows and three triangular gables on each...
ELEANOR CROSS, GEDDINGTON
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ELEANOR CROSS, GEDDINGTON
In 1290 Eleanor of Castile, the beloved wife of Edward I and mother of his 14 children, died at Harby in Nottinghamshire. The places where her body rested during the journey south to its tomb in Westminster Abbey were marked by stone crosses. The stately triangular Geddington cross, with its canopied statues surmounted by a slender hexagonal...
Elvaston Castle
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Elvaston Castle
Set four miles south-east of the city of Derby is Elvaston Castle Country Park, a picturesque site featuring over 200 acres of woodlands, parkland and formal gardens. At the heart of the estate lies Elvaston Castle - a Gothic Revival masterpiece designed by James Wyatt in the early 1800s, based on the original house dating back to 1633. Wyatt's...
BOSCOBEL HOUSE AND THE ROYAL OAK
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BOSCOBEL HOUSE AND THE ROYAL OAK
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Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood
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Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood
Two totally different experiences sitting side by side. The country home of the Lords Vernon, a delight of 17th-century craftsmanship, featuring exquisite plasterwork, wood carvings and classical story-based murals. Be amazed by the grandeur of the Great Staircase and Long Gallery. The Museum of Childhood is a delight for all ages with something...
Melton Carnegie Museum
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Melton Carnegie Museum
Melton Carnegie Museum re-opened fully on Saturday 13th November 2010 following a major building project which has created a new state-of-the-art gallery, study area and community space for museum activities, schools, volunteers and community groups. The museum, which has now doubled in size, features displays on local history, trades, foxhunting...
Great Central Railway
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Great Central Railway
Voted number 12 on the list of the 50 greatest railway journeys in the world the Great Central Railway is the UK's only double track, main line heritage railway. It’s the only place in the world where full size steam engines can be seen passing each other – just as it was when steam ruled the rails. Trains run every weekend of the...
Keith Hardings World of Mechanical Music
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Keith Hardings World of Mechanical Music
Welcome to The World of Mechanical Music , a special place in the heart of England noted for traditional standards of British craftsmanship and hospitality. Here, in a period setting in the beautiful Cotswolds, is a unique collection of self-playing musical instruments presented as a live entertainment. Here are also what has been described...
Chedworth Roman Villa
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Chedworth Roman Villa
Chedworth Roman Villa can be reached after a lovely drive through beautiful countryside, which adds to the experience. This is an excellent place to enjoy a picnic with the famly while surrounded by a lovely woodland. The kids will be able to learn about what life at the villa must have been like, plus the history of how the site was discovered...
Sudeley Castle Gardens & Exhibitions - Cheltenham
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Sudeley Castle Gardens & Exhibitions - Cheltenham
The history of Sudeley Castle and its award-winning gardens spans over a thousand years and contains many varied tales of royal associations, wars and periods of neglect and subsequent restoration. The Castle has changed hands over a dozen times during its history and today it is the private home of Lord and Lady Ashcombe, Henry and Mollie...
HAILES ABBEY
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HAILES ABBEY
Built in the 13th century by the Earl of Cornwall, the beautiful ruins of Hailes Abbey are set amid delightful Cotswold countryside. Once the centre of monastic life, the abbey is now the perfect place to relax and enjoy a picnic in a unique historic setting. Don't Miss The Museum, housing sculptures, stonework and other site-finds Audio...
BELAS KNAP LONG BARROW
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BELAS KNAP LONG BARROW
Belas Knap is a particularly fine example of a Neolithic long barrow, with a false entrance and side chambers. Excavated in 1863 and 1865, the remains of 31 people were found in the chambers. The barrow has since been restored. Managed by Gloucestershire County Council. BEFORE YOU GO Access: The barrow is located just over half a mile...
WITLEY COURT AND GARDENS
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WITLEY COURT AND GARDENS
Explore the dramatic ruins of Witley Court and travel back to a world of lavish house parties. Learn the stories behind the people who once lived and partied here, from servants to royal visitors. Discover elaborate parterre gardens and monumental fountains then find your way through enchanting woodland to the unique adventure play area. Witley...
Stafford Castle
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Stafford Castle
This prominent vantage point and strategic site was quickly recognised by the Normans, who built a huge timber fortress here by 1100 AD. In the years shortly after the Norman invasion of 1066, William the Conqueror is believed to have ordered defences to be built against a still hostile and rebellious native community. The fortunes of the castle...
Cotswold Motoring Museum - Bourton-on-the-Water
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Cotswold Motoring Museum - Bourton-on-the-Water
Located in the picturesque village of Bourton-on-the-Water which makes a great day out or break in the Cotswolds, the Cotswold Motoring Museum is a truly fascinating journey through the 20th Century. Overflowing with vintage and classic cars and caravans, precarious looking motorcycles, original enamel signs and an intriguing...
Oakham Castle
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Oakham Castle
Only the great hall of the Norman castle is still standing, and is surrounded by steep earthworks marking the inner bailey. The hall dates from c. 1180—90 and according to Nikolaus Pevsner (in his "The Buildings of England: Leicestershire and Rutland" ) "It is the earliest hall of any English castle surviving so...
Rutland County Museum
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Rutland County Museum
Rutland County Museum and Visitor Centre is the perfect introduction to England’s smallest county. The museum displays tell the story of the county, and are complimented by exhibits of archaeology, history and rural life. The museum has a varied and exciting programme of Exhibitions and Events. Opening Times : Tue - Fri 10.00...
CROXDEN ABBEY
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CROXDEN ABBEY
OPENING TIMES 1 APRIL - 31 OCTOBER 2017 Monday 10:00 - 17:00 Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00 Thursday 10:00 - 17:00 Friday 10:00 - 17:00 Saturday 10:00 - 17:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES FOR THIS PERIOD Good Friday 14 Apr 2017 10:00 - 17:00 Easter Sunday 16 Apr 2017 10:00 - 17:00 Easter Monday 17 Apr...
Milton Keynes Museum
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Milton Keynes Museum
The Museum is located in the peaceful surroundings of Stacey Hill Farm. Stacey Hill Farm was built early in the Victorian era as a model farm. It was located on the the outskirts of Wolverton, one of the UK's original "railway towns". Today the buildings overlook the "new city" of Milton Keynes but when they were built...
Kedleston Hall
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Kedleston Hall
Take a trip back in time to the 1760s at this spectacular Neo-classical mansion framed by historic parkland. Designed for lavish entertaining and displaying an extensive collection of paintings, sculpture and original furnishings, Kedleston is a stunning example of the work of architect Robert Adam. Admission: Whole property: Adult:...
Rutland Railway Museum
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Rutland Railway Museum
We are an open-air Museum based in the heart of the rural East Midlands where the now extinct industry of home iron ore production is preserved for visitors. The industrial revolution and the subsequent development of the British economy relied on the presence of a number of basic raw materials, notably coal and iron ore. The history...
The Oxfordshire Museum - Woodstock
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The Oxfordshire Museum - Woodstock
Set in the historic town of Woodstock, the Oxfordshire Museum tells the story of Oxfordshire through 11 galleries and many exhibitions featuring history, popular culture, contemporary arts and crafts throughout the year. Admission is free. Opening hours Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 2pm - 5pm Last admission 4.45pm...
Blenheim Palace- Pleasure Gardens and Train - Woodstock
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Blenheim Palace- Pleasure Gardens and Train - Woodstock
Home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough, Blenheim Palace is the birth place of Sir Winston Churchill and a World Heritage Site. Blenheim Palace was a gift from Queen Anne and a grateful nation to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough following his famous victory at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. Visit...
KIRBY HALL
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KIRBY HALL
Kirby Hall is one of England’s greatest Elizabethan and 17th-century houses, once owned by Sir Christopher Hatton, Lord Chancellor to Queen Elizabeth I. Although this vast mansion is partly roofless, the walls show the exceptionally rich decoration that proclaims that its successive owners were always at the forefront of new ideas about...
Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre
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Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre
Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre aims to involve people in different aspects of Milton Keynes history, from the Roman and Medieval, to the new town which began in the 1960s. We hold events through the year, including exhibitions, workshops and guided walks, culminating in our exciting Medieval Family Fun Day in September. Our events are...
CHICHELE COLLEGE
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CHICHELE COLLEGE
Located in the attractive Northamptonshire market town of Higham Ferrers, Chichele College is a rare surviving example of a chantry college. It was founded in 1422 by the locally born Henry Chichele, Archbishop of Canterbury. Such colleges, common in England in the 14th and 15th centuries, were groups of priests who shared a communal life which...
Wollaton Hall & Park - Nottingham
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Wollaton Hall & Park - Nottingham
Set in over 500 acres of historic deer park, Wollaton Hall is a spectacular Tudor building, designed by Robert Smythson and completed in 1588, it is now the home to the city's Natural History Museum. Wollaton's Courtyard Stables are home to the city's Industrial Museum, Steam Engine House, Wollaton Visitor Centre and the Yard Gallery, a vibrant...
Tales of Robin Hood
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Tales of Robin Hood
Welcome, Traveller! You can ride through medieval Nottingham in unique adventure cars and see, hear, touch and smell expertly captured scenes from the days when Robin stole from the rich and gave to the poor – with the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and his men in hot pursuit. In the evenings you can join Robin and the lovely maid...
Nottingham Castle
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Nottingham Castle
Nottingham today is a modern City steeped in history and legend. Situated in the heart of England, its relationship with the Robin Hood story is forever fixed in the hearts of people throughout the world. Many religions are now represented in Nottinghamshire. Nottingham itself was the birthplace of William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army....
Nottingham Ghost Walk
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Nottingham Ghost Walk
Welcome, fellow spirit, and join us, as we reveal the ghostly secrets of this ancient city of Nottingham! In the shadows of the Castle, in a graveyard, and underground in the living sandstone rock, we weave our web of chilling tales. Rich and poor, noble and treacherous, young and old, Nottingham’s ghosts all await you (quite literally...
Nottingham Castle Caves
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Nottingham Castle Caves
Beneath the Castle a labyrinth of manmade caves and tunnels continue to tell the turbulent story of this historic site. Come along for a memorable tour and discover the secret passageways, King David's legendary dungeon, the Duke of Newcastle's Wine Cellar and Mortimer's Hole. Take a tour to experience the caves for yourself, learning on the...
Nottingham Heroes and Villains Tour
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Nottingham Heroes and Villains Tour
Touring the key sites of interest in the City, you will hear fascinating and intriguing tales of Nottingham’s past, focusing on the principal characters of interest throughout time - Nottingham’s “Heroes and Villains”! And we of course look in detail ‘behind the legend’ of Nottingham's most famous character, ...
City Of Caves
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City Of Caves
 Discover a hidden world beneath your feet underneath the streets of Nottingham. Explore our original and historic site with sandstone caves with our actor led tours and meet our friendly characters Archie and Annie the Archaeologists or wander through at your own pace with our fantastic audio tour. You will be taken on an archaeological...
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford
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Royal Air Force Museum Cosford
Set in scenic Shropshire, the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford has one of the largest aviation collections in the UK, with 70 historic aircraft displayed in three wartime hangars and within the new National Cold War Exhibition. This landmark building covers over 8,000sqm, visitors will be able to see Britain’s V Bombers the Vulcan, Victor and...
Nottingham tourism centre
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Nottingham tourism centre
Alongside the official tourist board for Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, the centre provides information about countywide attractions, accommodation, offers, events, ticket booking, gifts and souvenirs.
Bridlesmith Gate Caves
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Bridlesmith Gate Caves
Bridlesmith Gate has a long history with references to Bridilsmethisgate dating to 1304 . In earlier days it was known by the name Lorimers Street or by the latin translation vicus lorimorium . A lorimer was somebody who made the metal portions of a horse’s bridle. There are several known cave systems below properties on Bridlesmith...
Greens Windmill and Science Centre
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Greens Windmill and Science Centre
Hands-on experiments in the Science Centre which explore electricity, magnetism and light, ideal for young children.
Galleries of Justice
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Galleries of Justice
Based at Nottingham’s old courthouse and gaol, there are many ways to explore the Galleries of Justice Museum, with free exhibitions, audio & performance led tours and a themed café. Whatever you choose to do, you will be delving in to the dark and disturbing past of crime and punishment. Opening times and costs ...
North Leigh Roman Villa
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North Leigh Roman Villa
The remains of North Leigh Roman Villa are set within a peaceful landscape on the banks of the River Evenlode in Oxfordshire.  This 'courtyard villa' is considered one of the larger villas of Roman Britain. It was at its most extensive in the early 4th century when it included four bath suites, 16 mosaic floors and 11 rooms with under-floor...
Oxford Bus and Morris Motors Museums - Witney
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Oxford Bus and Morris Motors Museums - Witney
The Oxford Bus Museum has its origins in the Oxford Bus Preservation Syndicate, established in 1967 by a group of enthusiasts who had the foresight to realise that vehicles of potential significance to future generations should be saved before they were lost for all time.  Beginning with just one vehicle – which can still be seen...
Minster Lovell Hall and Dovecote
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Minster Lovell Hall and Dovecote
The picturesque ruins of Minster Lovell Hall, a 15th century Oxfordshire manor house, lie in a beautiful rural setting beside the River Windrush. They include a fine hall, tower and nearby dovecote. Minster Lovell Hall was built in the 1430s by William, Baron of Lovell and Holand - one of the richest men in England. It was later home to Francis,...
Bletchley Park - Milton Keynes
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Bletchley Park - Milton Keynes
Bletchley Park is an estate located in the town of Bletchley, in Buckinghamshire, England, which currently houses the National Museum of Computing. During World War II, Bletchley Park was the site of the United Kingdom's main decryption establishment, the Government Code and Cypher School (GC&CS), where ciphers and codes of several Axis...
APETHORPE PALACE
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APETHORPE PALACE
Among England's greatest country houses, Apethorpe Palace holds a particularly important place in English history because of its ownership by,  and role in, entertaining Tudor and Stuart monarchs. Elizabeth I once owned the building, which she had inherited from  Henry VIII. For a period, Apethorpe was a royal palace lived in...
LEIGH COURT BARN
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LEIGH COURT BARN
Leigh Court Barn is an outstanding example of English medieval carpentry, and the largest cruck framed structure in Britain. Built for Pershore Abbey in about 1325, it is over 42 metres long with 18 cruck blades - each made from a single oak tree. BEFORE YOU GO Opening Times: the barn is open daily, 10am-6pm from April to October, and...
Ironbridge Gorge Museums
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Ironbridge Gorge Museums
Once described as "the most extraordinary district in the world", the Ironbridge Gorge is still a remarkable, and beautiful, place to visit today. A huge amount of early industry survives as furnaces, factories, workshops, canals and the settlements of Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, Jackfield and Coalport.
Enginuity - Ironbridge
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Enginuity - Ironbridge
Enginuity is one of the ten Ironbridge Gorge Museums. Enjoy a fun-filled family day out at this science and technology centre packed with hands-on activities and interactive exhibits. Switch on your imagination in our interactive Design & Technology Centre and discover how good ideas are turned into great products.   Find out how a...
IRON BRIDGE
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IRON BRIDGE
The world's first iron bridge was erected over the River Severn here in Shropshire in 1779. This pioneering single-span cast-iron structure was a turning point in British design and engineering; after it was built, cast iron came to be widely used in bridges, aqueducts and buildings. Now Britain's best-known industrial monument, the bridge gave...
BUILDWAS ABBEY
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BUILDWAS ABBEY
Impressive ruins of a Cistercian abbey, including its unusually unaltered 12th century church and beautiful vaulted chapter house with tiled-floored chapter house. Situated in a wooded Severn-side setting, not far from the Iron Bridge and Wenlock Priory. DON'T MISS The chapter house with its amazingly intact tiled floor and decorative...
Shropshire Raft Tours
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Shropshire Raft Tours
Shropshire Raft Tours welcomes you to our canoe/kayak hire, mini raft hire and mega stand up paddle board hire along the beautiful River Severn located in Coalport, Shropshire. Your 7 mile trip starts in Coalport. We provide all the equipment including a free minibus shuttle. We allow up to 4 hours to paddle the route which gives you time to...
ODDA'S CHAPEL
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ODDA'S CHAPEL
One of the most complete surviving Saxon churches in England, this chapel was built in 1056 by Earl Odda, a relation of Edward the Confessor. It was incorporated into a farmhouse in the 17th century, with a kitchen in the nave and a bedroom in the chancel, and rediscovered in 1865. Nearby is the equally famous Saxon parish church. BEFORE YOU...
Teddy Bears of Bromyard
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Teddy Bears of Bromyard
Upstairs is the shop with a Victorian frontage and some great toys for sale and downstairs is their delightful museum. There is both a dolls and a teddy bear hospital together with hundreds exhibits .
Time Machine Museum
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Time Machine Museum
Welcome to the finest collection of Television Science Fiction props and costumes in the GALAXY !! A visit to this permanent Museum really is a MUST for fans of Television Science Fiction with items from lots of different shows all under one roof, with ONE admission charge to see them all! Get up close to lots of actual screen used props and...
EDVIN LOACH OLD CHURCH
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EDVIN LOACH OLD CHURCH
The ruins of a church built within the earthworks of a Norman motte and bailey castle. BEFORE YOU GO Parking: Parking is available in the small area used by the parish church. Groups and Schools: The site is approached via a narrow lane which is unsuitable for coaches. Facilities: Edvin Loach is isolated with no nearby...
LILLESHALL ABBEY
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LILLESHALL ABBEY
Founded in about 1148, this Augustinian abbey became a private residence after the Reformation, and was severely damanged during the Civil War during a Parliamentarian siege. Despite that, much of the church survives, and is viewable from gallery level. There is also a lavishly sculpted processional door and other cloister buildings. BEFORE...
Woburn Abbey and Gardens
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Woburn Abbey and Gardens
For an amazing family day out, go on a safari drive adventure in the heart of Bedfordshire! Come to Woburn Safari Park and meet the wildlife roaming in over 300 acres of beautiful parkland. Enjoy a full day of family fun for one low ticket price. Park for free in the leisure area and walk through our animal encounters, where you'll see...
Woburn Abbey and Gardens
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Woburn Abbey and Gardens
Woburn Abbey has been the home of the Earls and Dukes of Bedford for nearly 400 years and is still very much a family home. We hope you will be inspired to visit, perhaps to discover our historic Royal links, view the famous 'Armada Portrait' of Queen Elizabeth I or come and enjoy one of over 30 exciting events each year. Admission: From:...
BUSHMEAD PRIORY
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BUSHMEAD PRIORY
Bushmead Priory is a rare survival of the complete refectory of an Augustinian priory, with a fine timber roof and notable 14th century wall paintings. ABOUT GIFTAID The Gift Aid admission price includes a voluntary donation of 10%. Provided you have paid enough UK Income or Capital Gains Tax * (to cover all of your Gift Aid donations in this...
WENLOCK PRIORY
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WENLOCK PRIORY
The tranquil ruins of Wenlock Priory stand in a picturesque setting on the fringe of beautiful Much Wenlock. An Anglo-Saxon monastery was founded here in about 680 by King Merewalh of Mercia, whose abbess daughter Milburge was hailed as a saint. Her relics were miraculously re-discovered here in 1101, attracting both pilgrims and prosperity to the...
Newstead Abbey
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Newstead Abbey
he Abbey was founded as a monastic house in the late 12th century, and to this day the house retains much of its medieval character. The most famous survival is the iconic West Front of the church that dates from the late 13th century and is now a scheduled ancient monument. Inside the house the medieval cloisters, Chapter House (now the Chapel)...
Eastnor Castle
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Eastnor Castle
Eastnor Castle, in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake - is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family. "I hope you will enjoy your visit to our website and get an impression of what Eastnor has to offer. Besides being a fascinating visitor attraction, the Castle fulfils...
North Hinksey Conduit House
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North Hinksey Conduit House
This roofed conduit house is a remarkable survival of Oxford’s first piped water supply. Built during the early 17th century, it was part of a system designed to take clean drinking water from the springs at North Hinksey to the Carfax Conduit, an extravagantly decorated fountain in the centre of Oxford. Resembling a miniature fortress,...
The Pitt Rivers Museum - Oxford
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The Pitt Rivers Museum - Oxford
The Pitt Rivers Museum cares for the University of Oxford's collection of anthropology and world archaeology. Discover more about visiting along with information on the famous collections and our contemporary research. Admission free Opening Hours 10.00 - 16.30 Tuesday to Sunday (and bank holiday Mondays) 12.00...
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
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Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The Oxford University Museum of Natural History houses the University's scientific collections of zoological, entomological and geological specimens. The Museum itself is a Grade 1 listed building, renowned for its spectacular neo-Gothic architecture. Among its most famous features are the Oxfordshire dinosaurs, the dodo, and the swifts in...
Museum of the History of Science - Oxford
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Museum of the History of Science - Oxford
MHS houses an unrivalled collection of early scientific instruments in the world’s oldest surviving purpose-built museum building, the Old Ashmolean on Broad Street, Oxford. We are both a department of the University of Oxford and an active public museum, offering a programme of family-friendly events, gallery tours, table talks and much...
Official Oxford University & City Walking Tour
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Official Oxford University & City Walking Tour
Explore the beauty and history of Oxford on a two-hour walking tour     Delve into the history of Oxford with a two-hour guided walking tour around its famous university and libraries     Visit the Radcliffe Camera, the Bridge of Sighs, the Sheldonian Theatre, the Bodleian Library, and learn about the secrets and...
The Ashmolean - Oxford
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The Ashmolean - Oxford
The present Ashmolean was created in 1908 by combining two ancient Oxford institutions: the University Art Collection and the original Ashmolean Museum. Founded in 1683, at a time when the idea of the 'museum' was brand new, Britain's first public museum, the Ashmolean, was initially the home of a collection of miscellaneous manmade and natural...
The Bodleian Library - Oxford
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The Bodleian Library - Oxford
The Bodleian Library offers for family visits for tours, both for families with children over 10. However during most school holidays, they also offer a lively family tour accepting 5 to 11 years olds which includes a visit to Duke Humfrey's Library.
The University of Oxford Botanic Garden
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The University of Oxford Botanic Garden
Welcome to the University of Oxford Botanic Garden. We are often asked how a botanic garden differs from other types of gardens. Botanic gardens are collections of plants that are grown for purposes other than purely aesthetic reasons – but in Oxford Botanic Garden we do try to arrange the plants in attractive, sympathetic and ...
Modern Art Oxford
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Modern Art Oxford
Welcome to Modern Art Oxford. Founded in 1965, we are the South East's leading Gallery for the presentation of modern and contemporary visual art. Our programme includes exhibitions by artists from all over the world, live events, educational and family activities. Opening hours Monday CLOSED Tuesday ...
Oxford Castle Unlocked
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Oxford Castle Unlocked
Discover more as you embark on a journey spanning 10 centuries.... The site has been used as a place of incarceration since 1071, continuing until the closure of HM Prison in 1996. The old buildings have been preserved and are now open to the public revealing a time capsule – allowing the buildings to tell their story. Visitors ...
Museum of Oxford
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Museum of Oxford
Past: The Museum of Oxford opened in 1975 and immediately intrigued locals and visitors to the city with the story of Oxford and how it has developed. Bringing together a diverse collection, everything from Roman pottery to marmalade jars, the Museum of Oxford wove the story of the city from the prehistoric to the modern day. Present: Explore...
The Story Museum - Oxford
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The Story Museum - Oxford
People love stories and they're a great way to learn. We hope you'll visit our most unusual museum, shop and café , and enjoy what's on. Maybe get involved. But that's enough about us. What's your story? Get your class, Brownie pack or birthday party excited about stories by exploring plots and characters inspired by the immersive 26...
Bates Collection of Musical Instruments - Oxford
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Bates Collection of Musical Instruments - Oxford
Welcome to the Bate Collection, one of the most magnificent collections of musical instruments in the world. The Bate has over 2000 instruments from the Western orchestral music traditions from the renaissance, through the baroque, classical, romantic and up to modern times.  More than a thousand instruments are on display, by all the most...
24H or 48H Hop-on Hop-off Bus Oxford
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24H or 48H Hop-on Hop-off Bus Oxford
See historic Oxford at your leisure on this bus tour of the city Take a tour of Oxford and see the best of the city with twenty stops, including Christ Church college Explore the beauty of Oxford university and its limestone facades, including the Radcliffe Camera Enjoy an audio guide available in ten languages – and kids can listen to a...
Science Oxford Live
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Science Oxford Live
Science Oxford Live is open from 10am until 5pm on Saturdays, and on weekdays during Oxfordshire school holidays. Both our exhibition area for adults (and older children) and our refreshment area are free to access. The admission price for the discovery zone for children and their families is outlined below. Both exhibition and...
Quainton Windmill
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Quainton Windmill
Quainton Windmill is a great place for kids to learn about the history of windmills and this one in particular. It was originally restored in the 1970s but is currently undergoing further restoration at the moment, (which means the sails have been removed) but it is still an interesting place to visit. There are six floors to explore, each with...
Prebendal Manor House - Peterborough
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Prebendal Manor House - Peterborough
On our site you can discover the history of the manor and find out about prebends; you can learn about our recreated medieval gardens and see some photographs of both the manor and the gardens. You can also read the archeological research report.
Burghley House - Stamford
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Burghley House - Stamford
The Garden of Surprises is a fantastic addition to the gardens at Burghley . Hidden inside a Yew hedge is an experience that will delight the senses. Mirrors exaggerate, mazes confuse, squirts of water distract, the dank moss house captivates, transforming sculptures dazzle, the grotto entices and the longitude dial educates and astonishes!
Great Witcombe Roman Villa - Great Witcombe
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Great Witcombe Roman Villa - Great Witcombe
The remains of a large and luxurious villa built around AD 250, with a bathhouse complex and possibly the shrine of a water spirit.  Prices Member (Join now)     Free Adult     Free Child     Free Concession     Free Opening Times 10 October 2014 - 29 March 2015 Exterior:...
WINGFIELD MANOR
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WINGFIELD MANOR
The vast and immensely impressive ruins of a palatial medieval manor house arranged round a pair of courtyards, with a huge undercrofted Great Hall and a defensible High Tower 22 metres (72 feet) tall. This monument to late medieval ‘conspicuous consumption’ was built in the 1440s for the wealthy Ralph, Lord Cromwell, Treasurer of...
Crich Tramway Village - Matlock
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Crich Tramway Village - Matlock
Voted East Midlands ‘Best Day Out’ by viewers of BBC East Midlands Today, Crich Tramway Village has developed into one of Derbyshire's most unique family attractions. Trams run to and fro down a cobbled street past the former Derby Assembly rooms before passing under the Bowes-Lyon Bridge and climbing a mile and a half of track that...
Nature in Art Museum - Gloucester
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Nature in Art Museum - Gloucester
Welcome to Nature in Art, the world’s first museum and art gallery dedicated to fine, decorative and applied art inspired by nature.   Tuesday - Sunday  10am - 5pm And Bank Holiday Mondays   Closed December 24th - 26th and Mondays Adults Concessions* Under 8s   Family   ...
Bedford Museum
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Bedford Museum
With its emphasis clearly focused on the local community the Social History collections reflect both the home and working environments of the people of north Bedfordshire. The collections of some 20,000 items cover the wide range of domestic, corporate, military and agricultural life as well as local crafts and industries. The lives of earlier...
John Bunyan Museum
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John Bunyan Museum
The Bunyan Museum tells the story of this renowned author, pastor and preacher. Visitors to the museum are able to take a walk through Bunyan’s life and times. On entering the museum, visitors are greeted with a three-dimensional model of Bunyan towards the end of his life. Visitors are invited by Bunyan to...
Gloucester Waterways Museum
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Gloucester Waterways Museum
A hands-on learning experience that is full of fun for schools and families. Housed in a stunning Grade II listed warehouse on the side of the UK's most complete Victorian dock, we offer a time-travel opportunity to visit Victorian Gloucester. See how and why the canals were built and test your own skills with our indoor working lock system. ...
Greyfriars
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Greyfriars
Substantial remains of an early Tudor friary church of Franciscan 'grey friars'. Read more about the history of Greyfriars. Before You Go Parking: Paid parking is available in Gloucester City Centre. Facilities: Gloucester has a wealth of facilities, shops and food outlets which are all within walking distance. Plan a Great Day Out ...
Blackfriars
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Blackfriars
Blackfriars is one of the most complete surviving friaries of Dominican 'black friars' in England, later converted into a Tudor house and cloth factory. Notable features include the church and the fine scissor-braced dormitory roof. The site is managed by Gloucester City Council. Please check their website for their events programme. Read more...
Belvoir Castle
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Belvoir Castle
We very much hope you will come and visit us and enjoy a wonderful day out at Belvoir Castle. Our hilltop setting commands stunning views over the Vale of Belvoir and with glorious gardens and fascinating magical castle to explore, there’s something for everyone at our family home. Events take place in the castle and park every weekend...
Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery
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Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery
Unique Collections An impressive range of Roman artefacts including the Rufus Sita tombstone; the amazing Iron Age Birdlip Mirror; one of the earliest backgammon sets in the world; dinosaur fossils; and paintings by famous artists such as Turner and Gainsborough. Something for everyone Full sized dinosaurs; wildlife from the City and...
WROXETER ROMAN CITY
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WROXETER ROMAN CITY
Discover urban-living 2,000 years ago at Viriconium (Wroxeter) - once the fourth largest city in Roman Britain. Wander the remains of the bathhouse and explore a reconstructed town house from a city which was almost as large as Pompeii. Discover the daily lives of the people who lived here with the audio tour and through their objects - found here...
Papplewick Pumping Station
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Papplewick Pumping Station
This beautiful place was designed in the early 1880s to pump millions of gallons of clean fresh water every day to the rapidly increasing population of Industrial Nottingham. Today, thanks to the endeavours of The Papplewick Pumping Station Trust, a Registered Charity dedicated to the preservation of the Pumping Station, and the enthusiasm of the...
Boarstall Tower
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Boarstall Tower
This gatehouse was built by John de Haudlo in 1312 and is the remnants of Boarstall House, a fortified manor house demolished in 1778. Although it was renovated in 1615 for use as a banqueting pavilion and hunting lodge, it retained its mediaeval belfry, cross loops and crenellations. The exterior and many rooms are essentially unchanged. ...
St Mary's Church, Kempley
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St Mary's Church, Kempley
 This simple Norman church in Gloucestershire, remote from the village it once served, has the oldest timber roof of any building in England. Its greatest glory, however, comes from having some of the best preserved medieval wall paintings in Britain. Those in the chancel are particularly rare, dating from the early 12th century, and are the...
Toys of Yesteryear
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Toys of Yesteryear
TOYS of YESTERYEAR is a fantastic collection of Vintage Toys from around the turn of the century (1900) to the mid 1970's. It takes you back to your childhood days and helps you to re-live your childhood memories. We have over 6000 toys on display. Some of them can be seen working. These working models include Meccano, Hornby, Steiff,...
NINE LADIES STONE CIRCLE
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NINE LADIES STONE CIRCLE
A small early Bronze Age stone circle traditionally believed to depict nine ladies turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday. It is part of a complex of prehistoric circles and standing stones on Stanton Moor. PRICES ENTRY TITLE WITHOUT GIFT AID WITH GIFT AID Member - Join now Free          ...
HOB HURST'S HOUSE
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HOB HURST'S HOUSE
A square prehistoric burial mound with an earthwork ditch and outer bank.  It was named after a local goblin. PRICES ENTRY TITLE    WITHOUT GIFT AID     WITH GIFT AID Member - Join now  Free                          Free Adult  ...
Waddesdon Manor - Aylesbury
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Waddesdon Manor - Aylesbury
This Renaissance-style château was built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to display his outstanding collection of art treasures and to entertain the fashionable world. The 45 rooms on view combine the highest quality French furniture and decorative arts from the 18th century with superb English portraits and Dutch Old Masters. The...
This section covers the history of castles and stately homes etc in the Coventry region for historical kids days out, these historic buildings usually date back hundreds even thousands of years and are real educational experiences for the whole family. Topics covered include the middle ages, political and royalty evolution spanning time and history.
Or just a great day out at lush tree lined grounds and flowered gardens and take in the sights of wonderful buildings and castles. Tours of these buildings are widely available and worth consideration for an in depth knowledge of the sites you wish to visit. Some sites like stately homes have gardens, animals and lots of other things to see and do.