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Go Ape!
Tree top adventures for ages 10+, in 28 woodland locations around the UK.
London Theatre - Mamma Mia
The ultimate feel-good show, especially popular with mums and daughters.
Pleasure Beach Blackpool
A longstanding favourite on the northwest coast, with rides for all ages, live shows and more.
Tate Modern
Modern and contemporary art from around the globe, presented with an eye for families and free to boot.
Stonehenge
This UNESCO-listed ancient site retains its power to intrigue young and old alike.
Eden Project
An iconic Cornish venue where where you can expand your knowledge of nature through exhibits and interactives.
Chessington World of Adventures
A family-favourite theme-park, animal park and sealife centre a short hop from London.
London Eye
The best views over the British capital are offered during a 30-minute ‘flight’ on the iconic London Eye.
Alton Towers
The biggest themepark in England, with attractions for everyone from tots to thrill-seekers.
London Theatre - The Lion King
Disney's famous tale comes to vivid life on the London stage.
Tatton Park
A place worthy of a big day out, with a farm, an adventure playground, lovely gardens and a vast estate to explore by bike or other means.
Museum of London & Museum of London Docklands
Two free museums charting the fascinating history of London in general and as a port.
Science Museum
Fun and learning are inextricably mixed at this enormous free venue in London's 'Museumland'.
Windsor Castle
A unique royal residence accessible to families via audio-tours and trails.
National Museum of Scotland
The history of Scotland presented in one excellent venue catering to everyone from tots up.
Tower of London
Bloodcurdling history comes to the fore at this atmospheric one-time royal dwelling.
London Zoo
A long-established and respected if smallish zoo in the plum surrounds of London's Regents Park.
Whipsnade Zoo
One of the biggest conservations zoos in all Europe, showcasing wildlife from near and far.
Thorpe Park
A thrill-seekers' paradise not far from London, with a few rides for younger visitors too.
World Museum Liverpool
One of Britain's most wide-ranging museums, exploring everything from world cultures to bugs and sealife.
Kew Gardens
A London institution, brilliant for introducing kids of all ages to the wonders of the natural world.
British Museum
A vast repository of artefacts from cultures around the world, free to visit.
London Transport Museum
Plenty of interactives to get kids engaged by London's transport systems past, present and future.
Oakwood Theme Park
Another good bet for all ages, from thrill-rides to gentler offerings.
Natural History Museum
London's vast Natural History Museum is an astonishing free resource for anyone interested in our planet.
Edinburgh Zoo
A conservation-minded zoo where all ages can learn about koalas and other wildlife, cuddly and otherwise.
Knowsley Safari Park
A fab day out, with a safari drive, fairground rides and a high-ropes course.
Legoland
The younger kids' themepark, with rides and attractions for children up to 12.
Disneyland Paris
Two themeparks in one, within easy reach of Paris and London too, celebrating their 20th birthday in 2012.
Chatsworth House
The 'jewel of the Peak District' offers masses of fun for younger visitors.
