With a huge range of ideas, destinations and attractions to discover, no matter what your taste or age, you will be spoilt for choice. From beautiful landscapes and stunning views to Stately Homes and Gardens, Cathedrals to Museums the UK boasts a rich variety and selection for you. There is something for everyone no matter how old or young you are. So be inspired, plan your next adventure and discover what the UK has to offer.
We hope you enjoy reading through the magazine and that it gives you some inspirational ideas for your next family day out!
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Gaze up at Britain’s tallest spire, and uncover the secrets of the best preserved copy of Magna Carta in existence.
Discover a world of contrasting natural beauty, with moors and dales, rivers, springs and caverns and at the heart of it all, there are loads of things to do in the Peak District National Park and Derbyshire.
The area is known and loved by many for its breath-taking views, bustling market towns and pretty villages, historic houses, famous attractions and hundreds of traditional events, such as the unique Derbyshire custom of Well Dressing.
From the high, moorland plateaus in the north, to the steep-sided, deep dales and rolling green hills in the south of the area, the Peak District & Derbyshire has just about any landscape you can imagine in Britain, making it one of the finest areas in the country to go walking. Couple the fantastic scenery with amazing local Food & Drink, the Peak District will sure enough become one of your favourite destinations!
As for events, well, we know how to throw a party!
Fabulously vintage, award-winning Eroica Britannia is very quickly gaining a reputation as one of the ‘must visit’ events of the year with its shabby chic look, party atmosphere and of course excellent cycle ride through the stunning Peak District. What more could you ask for? During the summer you’ll catch a country fair on nearly any weekend, from Hope Show, Bakewell Show and Chatsworth Country Fair. And in the Autumn, enjoy glistening displays and family fun at the Matlock Bath Illuminations.
Our attractions are pretty top-notch too! Dangle over a ravine in a cable car as you ascend to The Heights of Abraham, hop on-board an old-style tram at Crich Tramway Village, home to the National Tramway Museum, get up close and personal with nature at Peak Wildlife Park or scare yourself silly on white-knuckle ride at Alton Towers Resort!
Nestled at the gateway to the Peak District National Park lies the medieval District of Bolsover. Steeped in history, this region o ers spectacular scenery, historical features, ice age artefacts and quaint market towns that bustle with unique independent sellers.
VISIT… Bolsover Castle, Hardwick Hall, Creswell Crags and Stainsby Mill and step back in time with some of the Midland's top tourist attractions.
EXPLORE… miles of roads, trails, paths and bridleways by foot, bike, car or campervan. Our beautiful rolling countryside opens up opportunities to explore the fantastic industrial heritage and stunning wildlife.
SHOP… till you drop in traditional and independent shops selling local produce and creative gems. Rummage around and discover unique
bargains in our town markets or visit our ever-popular East Midlands Designer Outlet with over 65 stores, cafes and restaurants selling high street brands at knockdown prices.
ENJOY… the hidden gems of Poulter Country Park and the Peter Fidler Nature Reserve. Here you'll find meadows carpeted with flowers that are alive with wildlife. Watch Buzzards soar high overhead and glimpse Emperor dragonflies darting over beautiful ponds. Why not bring along a picnic, or better still, visit one of the many traditional countryside pubs & inns serving real ales and home-cooked foods.
Perched high on a hilltop dominating a medieval town stands Bolsover Castle. Steeped in tales of horsemanship, parties and ghosts, this 11th-century masterpiece is arguably one of England's most unfound treasures. This is no ordinary castle; here, you can see the riding stables where King Charles's riding master - William Cavendish, first commissioned his 17th century Riding House. William would bring in horses from all over the world to train them in his passion for dressage, making the castle a landmark in British equestrianism. Outside of his love for horses, William liked the finer things in life and loved art decor. This was reflected in the Little Castle's
Take the magical mystery tour that is Hardwick Hall and gardens. Once described as a building with more glass than wall, Hardwick is one of the finest Elizabethan houses in the country. For historians, it was the home of the wealthiest woman of the 16th century - Elizabeth Cavendish, Bess of Hardwick. Here you will find a grand collection of portraits and enormous tapestries, including a life-size picture of Elizabeth I by Nicholas Hilliard. However, younger family members will recognise Hardwick as Malfoy Manor from the famous Harry Potter films, so it’s sure to stimulate their imagination. Outside you can explore the grounds, which boast breathtaking views, perfectly manicured gardens and wonderful walks and when you're feeling a little hungry, you can stop o for lunch at the 15th century Hardwick Inn. This little gem serves excellent beer and tasty traditional food in a setting that belongs in another time.
the picturesque Fountain Garden in all of its glory, with the famous Venus Fountain at its centrepiece. However, make sure you leave before midnight, or you may encounter the Grey Lady of Bolsover, a ghostly apparition that supposedly walks these fine walls!
The dramatic gorge that is Creswell Crags will transport you back to an age of mammoths and neanderthals. Here you can explore caves revealing a fascinating story of life during the last Ice Age through Britain's only known Ice Age rock art. Stone tools and the remains of animals found on-site can also be seen, together with the most significant concentration of 'witches' marks' found in British caves. The cafe at the well equipped Visitor Centre is the perfect place to grab a bit of lunch, or if you're a picnic fan, why not take a stroll into Whitwell Wood, one of Europe's largest. Here you will find beautiful walks and cycle trails teeming with wildlife, flora and fauna.
Treak Cliff Cavern in Castleton is famous throughout the world for its unique and large deposits of Blue John stone, and houses some of the most beautiful cave formations found in the UK.
Take a self-guided audio tour using your own smart phone through our mine and caverns and see some of the finest stalactites and stalagmites in the Peak District with wonderful water worn chambers and large deposits of Blue John stone. At the entrance is our visitor area and small museum, with our retail shop full of rocks and minerals from all over the world, as well as Blue John jewellery and items manufactured here on site.
Takeaway refreshments are available from our café, serving Blue John cake and tea. You can take in the breath-taking views from the front step and continue a walk to visit world famous Mam Tor nearby.
Please see our website for more details about the cavern, our Christmas Rocks Trail, and other experiences crafting the Blue John.
With such a wide variety of museums, galleries & tours available around the UK you truly are spoilt for choice.
Whatever the weather or time of year there’s always something new & exciting to discover. Exhibitions & displays are continually being updated - for more information have a look at our featured museums, galleries & tours.
- Beck Isle Museum
- Castle Howard
- Dalby Forest
Malton, Kirkbymoorside, Helmsley, Pickering Independent shops, galleries, antique centres and delicious food and drink.
- Eden Camp Modern History Museum
Charming market towns, beautiful scenery, historic sites, culinery delights and award-winning attractions
• Castle Howard
- Flamingo Land Theme Park & Zoo
A different adventure every day, for everyone
• Eden Camp
- National Centre for Birds of Prey
• Flamingo Land
- National Trust Sites
• Helmsley Walled Garden
- North Yorkshire Moors Railway
• National Centre for Birds of Prey
- Ryedale Folk Museum
• National Trust Sites
- Scampston Hall & Gardens
- The Great Ryedale Maze
• North Yorkshire Moors Railway
- Woldies Lavender & Yorkshire Lavender
• Scampston Hall
For further family days out ideas visit: www.visitryedale.co.uk
For a free group travel pack visit: www.visitryedale.co.uk
tourism@ryedale.gov.uk
The Museum of East Anglian Life is a 75 acre museum located in Stowmarket, in the heart of Suffolk, focusing on the production of food and the social history relating to it. Discounted entry prices for groups of 12+ people.
Get in contact: 01449 612229 | enquiries@eastanglianlife.org.uk
www.eastanglianlife.org.uk
East Anglian Life is a 75 acre museum located in Stowmarket, in the focusing on the production of food and the social history relating to it. prices for groups of 12+ people.
The Museum of East Anglian Life is a 75 acre museum located in Stowmarket, in the heart of Suffolk, focusing on the production of food and the social history relating to it.
Discounted entry prices for groups of 12+ people.
01449 612229 | enquiries@eastanglianlife.org.uk www.eastanglianlife.org.uk
Get in contact: 01449 612229 | enquiries@eastanglianlife.org.uk
www.eastanglianlife.org.uk
East Anglian Life is a 75 acre museum located in Stowmarket, in the focusing on the production of food and the social history relating to it. prices for groups of 12+ people.
01449 612229 | enquiries@eastanglianlife.org.uk www.eastanglianlife.org.uk
FROM QUIRKY CAFE BARS AND BEAUTIFUL BRITISH RESTAURANTS TO CONTINENTAL CUISINE.
AMAZING INDEPENDENT AND PRESTIGE FASHION AND LIFESTYLE STORES.
EXPLORE THE NEW SEASONAL AUGMENTED REALITY TRAILS AROUND ILKLEY TOWN CENTRE. DISCOVER EXCITING INTERACTIVE CHARACTERS IN THE EXPLORERS AND SPRING TRAILS AND INTERESTING, INFORMATIVE HISTORICAL CHARACTERS
THE ORIGINS OF ILKLEY TRAIL.
SO MANY THINGS TO SEE AND DO AND ADVENTURES TO BE HAD.
Famous for its striped cliffs, acres of sandy beach with clear shallow water, Hunstanton is an unforgettable destination for all the family.
Go on a seal tour, explore rock pools, visit the SEA LIFE Sanctuary and so much more.
The elegant resort town of Hunstanton is the ideal base to enjoy Norfolk’s superb coastline. Hunstanton is renowned for its unique striped cliffs & magnificent sunsets, made special by its position as the only west-facing resort on the east coast. The excellent beach offers ideal conditions for playing on the sand, exploring rock pools & enjoying the sea. The seaside town also offers lots of fun attractions for all ages (& weather conditions!). You will see various colourful & traditional seaside attractions for all the family at Hunstanton, including beach front amusements, fun fair, bowling alley, bandstand concerts on the green, & much more. Look out for the colourful Tractor Train which carries visitors the length of the seafront during the summer months, a favourite with young & old alike. Take a trip with Searles Sea Tours to see the seals on the unique Wash Monster, a World War II amphibian craft, leaving from the South Promenade. Along the promenade is the Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary where diver’s eye viewing tanks, a ‘touch’ pool & an underwater tunnel bring visitors face to face with an amazing collection of sea creatures, & there are regular talks & feeding displays at the seal hospital too. For more information about Hunstanton’s many great attractions, visit our official website, download or request a copy of our Hunstanton Mini Guide & browse our events listings. www.visitwestnorfolk.com
Peacocks strut across manicured lawns, children shriek with delight as they try to find their way out of fiendishly difficult mazes, and well-kept gardens dazzle year-round at many historic houses and well-preserved castles.
Once inside, enthusiastic curators bring history to life with their expert knowledge and often funny insights into the lives, loves, and artefacts of generations of inhabitants..
Enjoyunrestrictedaccessto moreroomsandviewthenewly restoredElizabethanKitchen
Stepbackintime to1485andvisit theTudorGreat Hallandexplore moreofthe historicrooms.
Learnabout Athelhampton’s richhistory. Saxon,Tudor, ThomasHardy andmodernday.
Wanderthrough thearchitectural gardenswith ponds,fountains andtheancient dovecote.
Seetheongoing kitchengarden restoration project,growing produceforour restaurants.
FreeCarParking,excellentvisitor facilitiesincludingCafeandRestaurant. Giftshopwithplantsalesarea.
Open Mon - Sun 10am - 4pm
Postcode: ST4 7QQ
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A beautiful traditional market... there is something for everyone and lots to see and do
A day out for everyone to enjoy! From gourmet street food to doggy ice-cream, finely-crafted jewellery to designer clothing, bargain household goods to hand-made gifts and haberdasheryyou’ll find it all and more at Fleetwood Market.
NEW STREET FOOD COURTYARD!
to 4.30pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
· Fully accessible and dementia friendly ·
Easy to find by tram, bus, coach or car!
Victoria Street / Adelaide Street, Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 6AB
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Accrington is a bustling and proud market town steeped in industrial, cultural and architectural heritage. Come along and sample the best of Lancashire’s homegrown produce, browse our thriving independent shops, visit our cultural venues and relax in our family- friendly green spaces.
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