The Roman Baths, Bath
See over 2,000 years of history at these incredibly well preserved Roman Baths in the city centre. See the Great Bath, the cold plunge pool, the terrace, the Roman Gym and extensive collections of Roman artefacts, round it off with tea in the Pump Room.
SS Great Britain, Bristol, Somerset
See Brunel’s famous steamship in her dry dock at Bristol harbour; step back to Victorian times around the dockyard and onboard SS Great Britain where you can see the First Class Dining saloon, the Gallery and Bakery and browse the museums.
Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park, Bristol, Somerset
Take a family trip to see the animatronics in Dinosaur Valley and the hundreds of animals who live here. The young folk are going to love the adventure play – rides, a climbing wall, sand and water play, quad bikes, mini 4x4s and air pillows. A fantastic day out.
Saltford Brass Mill, Saltford, Bristol
Something to see in Saltford – the most complete of several historic mills that once stood on the River Avon and were used in the production of brass and copper in Victorian times. It’s a Scheduled Ancient Monument and is open to visitors from May to October.
Congo Falls Adventure Golf, Keynsham, Bristol
Adventure golf with challenges and obstacles like wobbly bridges, waterfalls, deep lagoons, caves and river rapids, and to boot, it’s all set in lovely countryside. There are paths that allow for buggies and wheelchairs; allow about an hour and half to complete the course.
The American Museum, Claverton Down, Bath
This museum and its gorgeous gardens showcase American decorative arts and culture, including folk art, quilt and map collections. Allow enough time to amble around the gardens because the views are incredible, stop for food and drink in the café.
The Jane Austen Centre, Bath
Delicious fun for Austen fans, taking a step back into regency Bath and discovering how the city provided the setting for Persuasion and Northanger Abbey. Dress up in period costume, write with a quill and ink, tuck into the kind of fare they ate in those days.
Bath Abbey, Bath
A splendid example of Victorian Gothic architecture with stunning stained glass, soaring vaulted ceilings and 891 ledger stones. Book a Tower Tour, climb the 212 steps and you’ll have astonishing panoramic views over the city to the rolling countryside beyond.
Dyrham Park, Bath
270 acres of glorious National Trust parkland and a magnificent 17th century mansion with very impressive baroque interiors, a huge collection of Delftware and a fascinating Victorian kitchen. Stroll around the gardens and the wider parkland, have cake in the tea room.
Bristol Aquarium, Bristol
270 acres of glorious National Trust parkland and a magnificent 17th century mansion with very impressive baroque interiors, a huge collection of Delftware and a fascinating Victorian kitchen. Stroll around the gardens and the wider parkland, have cake in the tea room.
Bristol Museum & Art Galley
A city museum with plenty to pique your interest. Exhibits cover dinosaurs, ancient Egypt, geology and extensive collections of art, glass and ceramics; meet Alfred the gorilla, take a peep inside a traditional gypsy caravan, see the famous Bristol Boxkite flying up above you.
Farleigh Hungerford Castle, Norton St Philip
A city museum with plenty to pique your interest. Exhibits cover dinosaurs, ancient Egypt, geology and extensive collections of art, glass and ceramics; meet Alfred the gorilla, take a peep inside a traditional gypsy caravan, see the famous Bristol Boxkite flying up above you.
Wild Place, Bristol
Plan a family day out to Wild Place where you can see all sorts of animals from around the world – giraffes, zebra, bears, wolves, baboons, lynx and meerkats included. The kids will love the Giant Swing, the Leap of Faith and the Barefoot Trail. Take a picnic or got to the pizzeria.
Tyntesfield, Wraxall, Bristol
Victorian Gothic Revival in all its sumptuous splendour! There is so much to wonder at in the house at Tyntesfield; see the beautiful chapel, stroll around the rose garden and the walled kitchen garden, explore miles and miles of parkland. National Trust.
Noahs Ark Zoo Farm, Wraxall, Bristol
Go and say hello to the animals that live at this Zoo farm in the Somerset countryside – there are over 100 of them to see, including African elephants, tigers, lions and giraffes, right down to farm animals and little fluffies. Brilliant adventure playground and maze, picnic areas and a food barn.
Lacock, Chippenham
A quirky country house and gardens, a museum of photography and a quintessential English village that’s changed little in the last 200 years. Have a jolly good browse of it all and then wander along to the Stables Café for a big fat cream tea. National Trust.
Wookey Hole, Wookey, Wells
A quirky country house and gardens, a museum of photography and a quintessential English village that’s changed little in the last 200 years. Have a jolly good browse of it all and then wander along to the Stables Café for a big fat cream tea. National Trust.
Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Cheddar
One of Britain’s most spectacular natural landmarks and well worth seeing. Climb Jacob’s Ladder to the dramatic clifftops, venture deep beneath the ground to see the extraordinary stalactites in the caves. Plenty of shops to browse and several places to eat.
Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Cheddar
One of Britain’s most spectacular natural landmarks and well worth seeing. Climb Jacob’s Ladder to the dramatic clifftops, venture deep beneath the ground to see the extraordinary stalactites in the caves. Plenty of shops to browse and several places to eat.
Longleat, Warminster
What a fabulous day out, but plan it well because there’s so much to see and do – the UK’s No1 drive through safari park for starters, plus amazing attractions in the Main Square and a very impressive historic mansion house and gardens. You’ll certainly sleep well!
Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucester
Definitely one for the twitchers, who can spot countless native and migrant birds at this 100 acre wetland reserve, but also an excellent family day out with a wild safari, pond life to discover, handling sessions, and ducks, geese and swans to feed.
Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford, Ilchester
Not just for the petrol heads – this makes a great day out for all the family. See super cars and classics, among them a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, Ferrari 360, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda, 1915 Ford Model T and Delorean DMC-12. Tours, activities and a café.
Avebury, Marlborough
This World Heritage Site has ancient stone circles to see, including the largest one in the world, a 16th century manor house and a museum of archaeological finds. It’s quite some place and your visit can be rounded off nicely with a browse in the shops and tea in the café.
