Chiswick House is among the most glorious examples of 18th-century British architecture and makes a fascinating day out in West London. The third Earl of Bington, who designed this noble Roman-style Palladian villa, drew inspiration from his Grand Tours of Italy. The Gardens – birthplace of the English Landscape Movement – are open following a …
We moved to Chew Valley in 2005, never owning any land or without any farming background, our daughters asked if they could have Pygmy Goats as pets. We couldn?t really refuse as we had so much space we felt they would be a wonderful addition to our family. We fell in love with the goats …
Chessington World of Adventures Resort is a theme park, zoo and hotel complex in Chessington, Greater London, England, around 12 miles (19 km) southwest of Central London. The complex opened as Chessington Zoo in 1931, with the theme park being developed alongside the zoo by The Tussauds Group and opening on 7 July 1987, as …
The Ice Cream Farm is a free to enter and park family friendly tourist attraction located in the heart of the Cheshire countryside. The Ice Cream Farm offers an amazing flavour of activity. From ‘Strawberry Falls’ adventure golf, ‘Rocky Road’ mini Land Rover experience and ‘Honeycomb Canyon’, Europe’s Largest Sand and Water Play, to ‘Daisy’s …
The Blue Planet Aquarium is a marine and freshwater aquarium located by the Cheshire Oaks retail and leisure complex in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, England. When opened by the Queen in July 1998, it was the largest aquarium in the UK, and is still the largest in North West England. The ?12 million building was designed …
Ban-y-gor Woods provides a secluded and mystical habitat with large ancient coppice and pollards carpeted with ferns and mosses. The tree canopy includes beech, ash, sessile oak, silver birch, common whitebeam and small-leaved lime. Yew is the dominant shrub, particularly beneath the beech trees. There is hazel coppice, field maple, hawthorn, holly and goat willow. …
Much of the original monastery, including the abbey church was demolished in the period after the dissolution; only two statues, now on display in the Great Hall, have been found from the original church. The monastic parts of the current house are the Great Hall, the north side of the original square of the cloisters …
Popular Farm and Indoor Play Area situated in the picturesque village of Esholt near Leeds and Bradford now offering 3 pre-bookable activities: School & Group trips March to July annuallyPrivate Indoor Fun Barn Parties every weekendFarmer James Holiday Club Childcare 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday during school holidays. Check website for dates.Contact Denise or …
Butser Ancient Farm?is a unique experimental archaeology site nestled into the rolling countryside of the South Downs National Park. The?farm features archaeological?reconstructions of ancient buildings from the Stone Age, Iron Age, Roman Britain?and the Anglo-Saxon?period. Our buildings are internationally famous and appear frequently in documentaries and feature films. We also grow crops from prehistory and …
Turbary Woods Rescue and rehabilitation center offers a unique collection of over 90 birds of prey including eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, vultures and more unusual species. All the birds are housed in large open fronted aviaries, sheltered in a woodland setting. You can experience first hand the breathtaking flight of a falcon. Hawks, owls, and …
Discover this hidden loch which nestles within a vast expanse of the exposed Atlantic coastline on the Isle of Lewis. The reserve is home to the red-necked phalarope, a rare and unusual arctic wader which arrives in late May each year to breed.
Cedars Nature Centre is a small community zoo set in the grounds of Cedars Park in Cheshunt. Created as a place where anyone from any background or ability can learn about the natural world. Familiar favourites such as meerkats and owls are just some of the animals found here alongside the strange more unusual creatures …
Cefn Mably Farm Park is a huge all weather family farm attraction & softplay in one. Set in rolling countryside close between Cardiff and Newport. We offer a unique mixture of farm animals and softplay areas – the ideal place for action packed days out with the kids, birthday parties, schools and groups. The park …
The grazing marshes at Cattawade are of major importance for the diversity of the breeding bird community and have been designated as a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). You can watch oystercatchers, redshanks and lapwings here. Come at dawn if you can to enjoy the best views. ?
Brockswood Animal Sanctuary is based at the bottom of Catholic Lane in Sedgley, West Midlands. We care for and rehabilitate sick, injured, abused and in many?cases abandoned and unwanted animals;?giving them a safe and happy Forever Home?here with us, whilst also endeavouring to restore and renovate the ‘Cotwall End’?site. Visiting is just one of the …
With stunning views across the River Dee and Loch Ken, this reserve has both wetland and woodland to enjoy. There is a trail to a goose/kite viewing platform and two viewing hides, with interpretation, which provide excellent opportunities for viewing and learning about a variety of wildlife.
Dudley Zoological Gardens is a 40-acre (16 ha) zoo located within the grounds of Dudley Castle in the town of Dudley, in the Black Country region of the West Midlands, England. The Zoo opened to the public on 18 May 1937. It contains 12 modernist animal enclosures and other buildings designed by the architect Berthold …
Since opening to the public in 1994 we have developed child-focused activities and facilities to encourage and build youngsters? understanding of the natural world around them. Although not a working farm, we offer children (and their families) a chance to meet animals, find out ?where eggs come from?, see the differences between donkeys and horses, …
The Animal Barn and Interactive Paddocks are designed so the children can see animals in a natural farm environment. Come and get to know all our animals up close and join in with feeding. You could even make a new friend!_x000D_ _x000D_ We have a vast range of animals for you to see and feed:_x000D_ …
Named for its spectacular views across to Cardigan Island just 200 metres offshore, this unique Farm Park which also overlooks the Teifi estuary and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, is located on a picturesque headland in the southern part of Cardigan Bay. The island itself is a private nature reserve owned by The Wildlife Trust of …
West Canvey Marshes is part of the RSPB South Essex?reserves, a network of wet and dry grassland, reed beds,?lagoons, saltmarsh and scrub?giving people a chance to see a whole host of wildlife. Come in summer, when there are singing skylarks,?or in winter for the chance to see a short-eared owl. ?
Capstone Farm Country Park is in Chatham, Kent, Medway, in Kent, England. A former farm converted into a landscaped park and open-space area. This park is set on 114 hectares (281.694 acres (1,139,980 m2)) of converted farm land, on the North Downs, near Walderslade. It is within the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural …
The Avon Valley Fairy Trail has been put together so people can explore a hidden gem of our marvellous city in addition to Stonehenge and the Cathedral. The Avon Valley Nature Reserve is a vast area that is inhabited by over 70 species of?different plants and animals. The scenery and the walk available here is …
Farm Park, Riding Centre, Bunkhouse Accommodation and Camping situated in the Brecon Beacons. All weather attraction. Great Family Day out with the kids. Cantref Adventure Farm Cantref is a great Family day out in Wales with lots of children’s activities, animal encounters, live shows, rides and play. Winner of UK Farm Attraction of the Year …
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