The top cities between St Peter Port and Bath are Bristol, Bournemouth, Weymouth, New Forest National Park Hampshire, Poole, Dorchester, Salisbury, Devizes, and Swanage. Bristol is the most popular city on the route. It's 5 hours from St Peter Port and less than an hour from Bath.
Bournemouth is a seaside town located on the southern coast of England, with a population recorded as 183,491 in the 2011 census. It forms part of the South East Dorset conurbation, along with Poole and Christchurch, which has a total population of around 465,000 people. By taking a short ferry ride from Shell Bay to Studland's neighbouring towns Sandbanks and Bournemouth down the coast from Old Harrys Rock visitors can experience this beautiful area.
The Isle of Purbeck is a stunning peninsula with a diverse landscape, featuring wildflower-filled coastal paths, dramatic cliffs, and charming old villages. It's a haven for geologists with its sandy heath, ball clay, chalk downland, and oil-bearing shale. The area's historical significance is evident in the use of its hard limestones as building materials. Visitors can enjoy beautiful beaches near Old Harry's Rocks and explore the fantastic rolling countryside and historical buildings.
Isle of Purbeck is a beautiful place to visit, fantastic rolling countryside, beautiful coastline and historical buildings
Dean Wilson King — Google review
Amazing place, reminds me of Fuerteventura. Beautifull sand and sea. Near Old Harry's Rocks, lovely walk. BBQ area. But no shops on the beach. Bring your own refreshments. Come early, otherwise no parking space.
Bea Pulko — Google review
I went on a city cruise boat yesterday and saw old Harry’s rocks absolutely fantastic. Saw Studland bay brown sea island swanage and millionaires row ‘ Sandbanks’ Bournemouth. Worth every penny this trip magnificent.
bubblicious bubbles — Google review
Great place to see the lighthouse and stone sculptures
Tomo — Google review
I like this place it is very nice and the home of gardens is a fantastic place to explore 😃😃😃
George Horton — Google review
Somewhere for everyone.Friendly locals,great beaches,coast walks and hill walks to dream about.Museums,forests,country lanes and it's not hard to find places where not many people go,if like me that's your thing.Cliff climbing,seal and dolphin watching,and enough space for the little one's to go crabbing and fly their kites.I like it here,it's clean,picturesque and has more than it's fair share of fresh air.They have houses made from local stone,small villages as well as town that are full of history.I live in Hampshire so it's easy for me to visit.Don't wait too long.08.2019
Ian Chamberlain — Google review
Magical place, go there, you won't be disappointed.
Paul Parham — Google review
Great example of a British links course. Food was fine. Good coffee too.
Robert Moores — Google review
17% as popular as Bristol
23 minutes off the main route, 66% of way to Bath
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Poole, a charming coastal town in southern England, is famous for its expansive natural harbor and beautiful sandy beaches. The Old Town area boasts elegant Georgian houses and the fascinating Poole Museum, spread across four historic buildings including the medieval Scaplen’s Court. Visitors can embark on boat trips from Poole Harbour to explore the scenic Brownsea Island, renowned for its lush woodlands, nature trails, and diverse wildlife like red squirrels.
Weymouth is a coastal town situated in the southern region of Dorset, England. Its beachfront features an array of vibrant beach huts and elegant Georgian houses. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views from the revolving Jurassic Skyline tower or explore the historic Victorian Nothe Fort. The area also encompasses Chesil Beach which forms part of the fossil-rich Jurassic Coast and provides opportunities for bird watching on nearby Portland Island.
The New Forest National Park is a protected area in Hampshire, southern England, covering 566 square kilometers. The park is home to many different animals and birds not often found in the UK. The national park has been enforced by officials known as verderers for well over 1,000 years, and is still in place today.
🐴please remember to drive slow around bends, there are horses everywhere, and some go on the road!🐴
I've always loved this place!
I went here to look for the famous blubelle fields, but unfortunately was quite unsuccessful. However, instead I found a lovely little hotel and restaurant called "the pig". I Highly recommend a visit there. A very wonderful place and a good stop for some lemonade and a rest.
Isabelle Valentine — Google review
Beautiful big National Park! Plenty of places to explore, beautiful paths to hike with quite a few car parks to allow you to explore different areas. There are quite a lot of wild horses roaming around the National Park, it won't be difficult to find them! They will come rather close to your car if you allow them to be in peace.
It's good that there aren't many places to stay and eat, which means that the area is quiet.
Jose Oliveira — Google review
This was booked as a birthday surprise. Absolutely amazing place, fabulous lodge everything top range and beautifully equiped. The shops, restaurant and pub all set in the ambience of the New Forest, tranquil and peaceful. Would recommend very highly.
Sheila Brown — Google review
Parked at Kingswood Oak to explore the forest. There were lovely wide tracks. We had our 3yr old with us who was happy to walk, but the terrain would have been suitable for a robust buggy. Beautiful scenery and it was quiet. When we got back the carpark had overflowed onto the road, so probably best to get there early.
Georgie M — Google review
Went round the outer part and ended up knee deep in mud. Was so much fun. Following day we went into the forest for a much dryer walk
Suzie Daniels — Google review
The New Forest National Park is a wonderful place. Many different types of trees and length/ location of walks. There are car parks dotted throughout the park (not all have public toilets, so check before you travel) and many of the larger car parks during the summer are visited by ice cream vans.
We must keep our New Forest clean and safe for generations for years to come, so please take your rubbish with you, don't pet the pony's and enjoy the space.
Hannah Young — Google review
Beautiful location, perfect scenery, plenty of wild horses, cute little towns, plenty of day camping sites, what more can I say? It’s just gorgeous! Absolutely love visiting New Forest.
Alfred Aquino — Google review
Wonderful wonderful wonderful. A beautiful destination with a great atmosphere. Miles of brilliant walking and tons of wildlife. Attractions galore. Numerous pubs and restaurants. A beautiful place one of Britain's finest national parks. Beautiful streams and rivers and picturesque towns and villages
Mark Mahoney — Google review
An incredibly diverse national park with lots of different car parks, some with toilets. Lots of walks or cycling routes. And of course, the New Forest ponies to observe in a natural habitat for them
Michaela Nobbs — Google review
I had an incredible visit to the New Forest National Park, and it's safe to say that we'd love to come back here again. The natural beauty of this place is simply enchanting. During our recent trip, we decided to explore some of the charming little towns that dot the landscape.
Beaulieu left us awe-struck with its picturesque setting and the delightful sight of donkeys leisurely strolling around the village. Milford on Sea offered us amazing sea walks, with the crashing waves creating a soothing ambiance. And Lyndhurst was an absolute gem; we embarked on a captivating town walk, discovering an old church that seemed to have a story around every corner. To top it off, we enjoyed a delectable cup of coffee at the New Forest Coffee Shop, making our visit even more memorable.
The New Forest National Park offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and quaint, historic towns, making it a destination that leaves you yearning for more. We're already looking forward to our next adventure in this enchanting place.
Ivan Bilic — Google review
As always a great place to reconnect with Nature. Popular areas can get busy at weekends/holiday times. Lots of different areas to walk.
Natalie Edwards — Google review
A wonderful place to visit at any time of year. The scenery will always be different according to the season and if you go at quiet times can be very peaceful. I'm normally there early in the morning sometimes just me it seems. As I live quite close I don't use it as a holiday destination, but there are lots of things to do and best start is the visitor centre at Lyndhurst for all the info.
Steve U — Google review
Easy motorway access and then smaller roads. Huge park for outdoor rising cycling. Walking, etc . Lots to see and do. Suggest to preplan a list and route and book accomodation centrally to make the most of the area. Food and drink easily available .
Anne G — Google review
Lovely place. Went down a lane restricted to 40mph and also equipped cattle grids. Amazing scenery and wild horses. Saw some goals also.
I wish the lane was restricted to a lower speed as when I was here, some drivers abused the speed and beeped their horns to shift the horses.
AJC 04 — Google review
This destination is perfect for families with its stunning natural scenery, free-roaming wildlife, and wonderful landscape. It's a true paradise for nature lovers, offering a glimpse into the beauty of the outdoors. Whether you're looking for adventure or just relaxation, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So pack your bags and escape to this breathtaking destination where memories are made and experiences are never forgotten.
Kinga Gurba — Google review
It is a very beautiful area. Lots of birds and an SSSI and nature reserve, too. It's lovely for a walk along the shoreline, although beware that there are mud flats and you can walk suddenly be up to your knees in mud. My dog had a wonderful time there.
Zsuzsa Bella — Google review
The New Forest National Park is one of the most beautiful parts of England I have visited. The vast and varied trees and open plains make every visit unique. Amazing sunrise's and beautiful subsets. With places suitable all year round and for any fitness levels it really has something for everyone. Really looking forward to coming again soon, really puts my area of the country to shame.
Chris B — Google review
Such a lovely part of the UK. Always enjoy visiting the new forest due to the abundance of wildlife. We were lucky to see loads of ponies, donkeys, cows including Highland cattle and pigs during our recent visit. Loads of well maintained free car parks, many with public toilets. Variety of walks but the fact you can simply wander freely means you can explore without seeing another soul. Lovely villages scattered throughout the park. It is a fabulous place to visit and highly recommended.
Susanne Knowles — Google review
Lovely walk, make sure you wear suitable footwear as wet and muddy in place.
Cathy Richards — Google review
Great open areas for walking, there was also ponies grazing. The trees were wonderful spent a lot of time just looking up into the canopy.
Frank Edwards — Google review
This is my happy place. Beautiful place to visit. Please drive carefully. Can get very busy in school holidays though.
Lozza — Google review
Beautiful area of the country to visit. We spent 6 days in Holmsley and travelled around the area. Some really lovely walks and bike rides. It's definitely a place to re-connect with the family etc whilst out walking with nature. Loads of great bits to see and do and a lot of it is free.
Would definitely go again as the whole area is setup for walkers and cyclists.
Danny Bromfield — Google review
15% as popular as Bristol
29 minutes off the main route, 69% of way to Bath
I'll never travel to Bath without this trip planner again
The New Forest National Park is a protected area in Hampshire, southern England, covering 566 square kilometers. The park is home to many different animals and birds not often found in the UK. The national park has been enforced by officials known as verderers for well over 1,000 years, and is still in place today.
🐴please remember to drive slow around bends, there are horses everywhere, and some go on the road!🐴
I've always loved this place!
I went here to look for the famous blubelle fields, but unfortunately was quite unsuccessful. However, instead I found a lovely little hotel and restaurant called "the pig". I Highly recommend a visit there. A very wonderful place and a good stop for some lemonade and a rest.
Isabelle Valentine — Google review
Beautiful big National Park! Plenty of places to explore, beautiful paths to hike with quite a few car parks to allow you to explore different areas. There are quite a lot of wild horses roaming around the National Park, it won't be difficult to find them! They will come rather close to your car if you allow them to be in peace.
It's good that there aren't many places to stay and eat, which means that the area is quiet.
Jose Oliveira — Google review
This was booked as a birthday surprise. Absolutely amazing place, fabulous lodge everything top range and beautifully equiped. The shops, restaurant and pub all set in the ambience of the New Forest, tranquil and peaceful. Would recommend very highly.
Sheila Brown — Google review
Parked at Kingswood Oak to explore the forest. There were lovely wide tracks. We had our 3yr old with us who was happy to walk, but the terrain would have been suitable for a robust buggy. Beautiful scenery and it was quiet. When we got back the carpark had overflowed onto the road, so probably best to get there early.
Georgie M — Google review
Went round the outer part and ended up knee deep in mud. Was so much fun. Following day we went into the forest for a much dryer walk
Suzie Daniels — Google review
The New Forest National Park is a wonderful place. Many different types of trees and length/ location of walks. There are car parks dotted throughout the park (not all have public toilets, so check before you travel) and many of the larger car parks during the summer are visited by ice cream vans.
We must keep our New Forest clean and safe for generations for years to come, so please take your rubbish with you, don't pet the pony's and enjoy the space.
Hannah Young — Google review
Beautiful location, perfect scenery, plenty of wild horses, cute little towns, plenty of day camping sites, what more can I say? It’s just gorgeous! Absolutely love visiting New Forest.
Alfred Aquino — Google review
Wonderful wonderful wonderful. A beautiful destination with a great atmosphere. Miles of brilliant walking and tons of wildlife. Attractions galore. Numerous pubs and restaurants. A beautiful place one of Britain's finest national parks. Beautiful streams and rivers and picturesque towns and villages
Mark Mahoney — Google review
An incredibly diverse national park with lots of different car parks, some with toilets. Lots of walks or cycling routes. And of course, the New Forest ponies to observe in a natural habitat for them
Michaela Nobbs — Google review
I had an incredible visit to the New Forest National Park, and it's safe to say that we'd love to come back here again. The natural beauty of this place is simply enchanting. During our recent trip, we decided to explore some of the charming little towns that dot the landscape.
Beaulieu left us awe-struck with its picturesque setting and the delightful sight of donkeys leisurely strolling around the village. Milford on Sea offered us amazing sea walks, with the crashing waves creating a soothing ambiance. And Lyndhurst was an absolute gem; we embarked on a captivating town walk, discovering an old church that seemed to have a story around every corner. To top it off, we enjoyed a delectable cup of coffee at the New Forest Coffee Shop, making our visit even more memorable.
The New Forest National Park offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and quaint, historic towns, making it a destination that leaves you yearning for more. We're already looking forward to our next adventure in this enchanting place.
Ivan Bilic — Google review
As always a great place to reconnect with Nature. Popular areas can get busy at weekends/holiday times. Lots of different areas to walk.
Natalie Edwards — Google review
A wonderful place to visit at any time of year. The scenery will always be different according to the season and if you go at quiet times can be very peaceful. I'm normally there early in the morning sometimes just me it seems. As I live quite close I don't use it as a holiday destination, but there are lots of things to do and best start is the visitor centre at Lyndhurst for all the info.
Steve U — Google review
Easy motorway access and then smaller roads. Huge park for outdoor rising cycling. Walking, etc . Lots to see and do. Suggest to preplan a list and route and book accomodation centrally to make the most of the area. Food and drink easily available .
Anne G — Google review
Lovely place. Went down a lane restricted to 40mph and also equipped cattle grids. Amazing scenery and wild horses. Saw some goals also.
I wish the lane was restricted to a lower speed as when I was here, some drivers abused the speed and beeped their horns to shift the horses.
AJC 04 — Google review
This destination is perfect for families with its stunning natural scenery, free-roaming wildlife, and wonderful landscape. It's a true paradise for nature lovers, offering a glimpse into the beauty of the outdoors. Whether you're looking for adventure or just relaxation, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So pack your bags and escape to this breathtaking destination where memories are made and experiences are never forgotten.
Kinga Gurba — Google review
It is a very beautiful area. Lots of birds and an SSSI and nature reserve, too. It's lovely for a walk along the shoreline, although beware that there are mud flats and you can walk suddenly be up to your knees in mud. My dog had a wonderful time there.
Zsuzsa Bella — Google review
The New Forest National Park is one of the most beautiful parts of England I have visited. The vast and varied trees and open plains make every visit unique. Amazing sunrise's and beautiful subsets. With places suitable all year round and for any fitness levels it really has something for everyone. Really looking forward to coming again soon, really puts my area of the country to shame.
Chris B — Google review
Such a lovely part of the UK. Always enjoy visiting the new forest due to the abundance of wildlife. We were lucky to see loads of ponies, donkeys, cows including Highland cattle and pigs during our recent visit. Loads of well maintained free car parks, many with public toilets. Variety of walks but the fact you can simply wander freely means you can explore without seeing another soul. Lovely villages scattered throughout the park. It is a fabulous place to visit and highly recommended.
Susanne Knowles — Google review
Lovely walk, make sure you wear suitable footwear as wet and muddy in place.
Cathy Richards — Google review
Great open areas for walking, there was also ponies grazing. The trees were wonderful spent a lot of time just looking up into the canopy.
Frank Edwards — Google review
This is my happy place. Beautiful place to visit. Please drive carefully. Can get very busy in school holidays though.
Lozza — Google review
Beautiful area of the country to visit. We spent 6 days in Holmsley and travelled around the area. Some really lovely walks and bike rides. It's definitely a place to re-connect with the family etc whilst out walking with nature. Loads of great bits to see and do and a lot of it is free.
Would definitely go again as the whole area is setup for walkers and cyclists.
Dorchester, located in Dorset, England, is a historic market town situated on the A35 trunk route between Poole and Bridport. It sits on the banks of the River Frome to the south of Dorset Downs and north of South Dorset Ridgeway. Visitors can explore the town's rich history and culture or take a short drive to Dorchesters Teddy Bear Museum for a fun-filled family activity.
Salisbury, a city in Wiltshire County, England, is well-known for its medieval cathedral which boasts a 123m spire and houses an original copy of the Magna Carta. Located just 9 miles south of Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain, visitors can easily incorporate a visit to this iconic prehistoric stone circle into their itinerary.
Devizes is a civil parish and market town located in Wiltshire, England. Its origins stem from the 11th-century Norman castle, Devizes Castle, around which it developed. In 1141, the town was granted a charter that allowed for further growth and development.
Bristol, an English city positioned in the southwest along the River Avon, boasts a rich maritime history. Once a bustling port, it has transformed into a vibrant cultural center known as the Harbourside. The M Shed museum offers insights into local social and industrial heritage, while the 19th-century warehouses lining the harbor now house restaurants, shops, and cultural establishments such as The Arnolfini contemporary art gallery.
Most popular city on this route
24 minutes off the main route, 91% of way to Bath
Best stops along St Peter Port to Bath drive
The top stops along the way from St Peter Port to Bath (with short detours) are The Roman Baths, Stonehenge, and Bournemouth Pier Amusements. Other popular stops include Longleat, Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre, and The Needles Landmark Attraction.
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Alderney Museum
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Museum exploring the area's natural history, its ancient past & its role in World War II.
Lovely local museum, small but plenty to see and read about the island
Nick Munro — Google review
For its size this local museum is well worth a visit for a very interesting collection of local artifacts dating from the bronze age up to the recent history of Alderney including the occupation by Nazi Germany during World War ll.
Allow at least an hour to do the place justice and do not miss the larger artifacts outside. As the Romans inhabited Alderney during their pomp surely you can with all the advantages of the 21st Century.
Bill Wells — Google review
Charmant klein museum over de geschiedenis van Alderney. Met name de recente geschiedenis ( wo2) krijgt veel aandacht. Zeker de moeite van het bezichtigen waard
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Charming little museum about the history of Alderney. Recent history (WW2) in particular receives a lot of attention. Definitely worth a visit
Jan Jansen — Google review
A very cool little museum to visit. I didn't know much of the history of the island and it's German invasion before visiting and it's got a such fascinating story. Doesn't take too long to go round, but we'll worth the visit.
Anthony Bunton — Google review
Exceeded my expectations. One of the best local museums I have ever visited. Everything from the ice age to modern day. Highly recommended.
Martin Richardson — Google review
Such a great little museum. Loads of war memorabilia
Anthony Hamilton — Google review
The best place to learn about the history of the island from pre Roman times, with hundreds of exhibits. There is also a lovely book and gift shop. Super for adults and kids.
Rowland Adshead — Google review
Very interesting very detailed about the war occupation with the Germans
Adrian Barwick — Google review
Fantastic example of what can be done by enthusiastic and talented volunteers supported by the island. Since fantastic displays and a "must visit" if you're on the Island.
The coast guard station at Portland Bill Lighthouse, which dates back to 1906 and includes the keepers' quarters turned visitor centre, showcases maritime history exhibits. The lighthouse stands tall at 41 meters with candy stripes and provides stunning views of the Race, a turbulent vortex caused by opposing tides. For a true sense of Portland's remote nature, visitors can explore interactive displays in the former lighthousekeepers' cottages like Into the Dark, which simulates sailing through stormy seas.
Beautiful place to visit. Stunning views of the sea! And has a lovely cafe next door, called The Lobster Pot which serves delicious food and the staff are brilliant. It also has a little gift shop too! Around this time of year it's not too busy, so it's been so lovely. Would absolutely visit again!
olivia Anne — Google review
A good visit and a very knowledgeable guide.
The Tour takes about an hour and it's not too pricey.
Great views from the top.
You may have to pay for parking, luckily for use the machine wasn't working so it was free 😁
A good walk along the cliff top and around what's left of part of the quarry.
Local cafe near by.
Peter Hill — Google review
Great place to visit and lovely staf to give guided tours up the lighthouse, where there are amazing views.
The gift shop does have some items that do not accurately portray this lighthouse, which needs correcting. Overall a great place to visit for a reasonable cost. Nicky was a great host and very informative.
stephen white — Google review
It's a very lovely place, definitely worth visiting. The bus goes from there to mainland every hour so you've got plenty of time to check all the rocks and other views. 😁 Just remember, on a sunny day, take something to protect yourself from sunlight, as there's hardly any place that you can hide in the shadow.
Radoflow — Google review
It's a long drive out, the view was beautiful and the light houses a good photo op. But carpark unsurfaced and can imagine it gets mega busy in high season
Siobhan Lalor-McTague — Google review
Stunning Views, Rich History, and Outstanding Service!
This lighthouse is a must-see, especially for those interested in lighthouses, maritime history, or stunning coastal scenery. Here's what to consider for your visit:
Climbable Lighthouse: They offer a fantastic climb to the light section with incredible views. However, the final ascent requires climbing a steep ladder. This might be challenging for young children or those with limited mobility.
Informative Tour: The guided tour provides fascinating explanations of the lighthouse's history and operation.
Ample Parking: The car park has plenty of space, making it convenient to arrive and leave.
Gift Shop: There's a nice souvenir shop where you can find mementos of your visit.
Exceptional Service: We arrived a few minutes before closing time, but after a quick call, the staff kindly waited for us to ensure we could still enjoy the tour.
Plan on spending roughly an hour to fully explore the lighthouse and enjoy the tour.
For families with young children: While the views and history are engaging, keep in mind the final climb to the light requires a steep ladder.
Overall, the friendly and accommodating staff and the informative tour make this a great visit. Just be mindful of the climbing requirement for the light section.
amith jayasekara — Google review
Excellent stop off point to visit.
The lighthouse is beautiful (we visited on a Friday when it was closed 😕) and we would have loved to go inside, check their website for details. Still plenty to see with Pulpit Rock, The Trinity House Obelisk and the gorgeous views out to sea.
The coastal.path isn't wheelchair accessible or suitable for those who have difficulty on uneven ground but you can get to the lighthouse and cafe easily (although good, it was the tiniest takeaway cappuccino I've ever had 😒).
It's safest to keep your dogs on their leads due to cliff edges and maybe wrap up as it's very windy, even on a sunny day.
We filled our lungs with heady fresh air and really enjoyed our walk taking it all in.
Highly recommend.
Louise Bentley — Google review
Stunning view, lovely atmosphere
Grab a folding chair and sit on the edge, lovely breeze. Definitely worth the visit.
Ample parking space starting with just £1 for 30 minutes and £2 for an hour.
Very clean and beautiful place
Shakeel Ahmed — Google review
Car park machine needs updating. It's is such a far getting a ticket. Anyway a wonderful beauty spot. You can climb the lighthouse and I would recommend it. Great history and photo opportunities..
James Murphy — Google review
Bracing walk along the edge with soul searching views out to sea and along the coastline. Drive to it was beautiful too.
The car park and cafe is expensive though so take a flask and some nibbles.
OsoChic Ragdolls — Google review
Lovely place with great views. I especially liked it as the car park is right next door to it, and as I have mobility issues, this was great for me. The staff inside the lighthouse shop and the Lobster Pot across the road were really friendly and helpful. Well worth a visit.
Linda Labrooy — Google review
Fabulous working lighthouse. Great tour guides, safety a major priority. Lovely museum , child friendly. If you get to the top, it's well worth the views. It's not good to go if you have vertigo or medical conditions.Lovely walks. Views out to sea are amazing on a clear day, obviously. Watch the car park payment system. Be prepared to pay by the app as it can be difficult to pay by card. Download it before you go if possible.
Moggy Malone — Google review
The island of Portland is a unique and picturesque setting for this famous little lighthouse set at the far end of the isle. The day we went it was foggy so with the horn sounding it felt eerie and atmospheric. Lighthouse was closed but carpark was spacious and toilets clean. Lovely for walks or birdwatching but the carpark is a little pricey and there isn't much else of interest on the island.
Sam Burbidge — Google review
A good visit and a very knowledgeable guide.
The Tour takes about an hour and it's not too pricey.
Great views from the top.
You may have to pay for parking, luckily for use the machine wasn't working so it was free 😁
A good walk along the cliff top and around what's left of part of the quarry.
Local cafe near by.
Peter Hill — Google review
Lighthouse was closed for the week for maintenance so a little disappointing. The views are beautiful and it's always lovely being by the sea. There's a decent restaurant. The food is lovely and reasonably priced. Worth a visit for the views alone.
Ammo Soggi — Google review
Amazing scenery, amble parking but the parking meters were not working and the app payment was annoying to use but reasonably priced. Minimal crowds because plenty of room for people to wander. Cafe looked good but pricy so we didn't use.
abigail howlett — Google review
Lovely beautiful attraction & just the best location. Fantastic sea views, open air & historic building.
Does have a great guided tour of the Bill with gift shop too
paul westwood — Google review
Brilliant views and a very great old light house at the end of the land in portland. Beautiful views. The spot has a beautiful cafeteria that has hot and cold food. The cafe has vegan options and great food. Scones with jam and cream and sweet cakes coastal trails go off in both directions if you fancy a walk. Parking is available at cost, but the views alone make it all worth it.
Garden Yard Gainz (Boom) — Google review
This is a lovely place to visit. The only issue was trying to purchase a parking ticket on the phone app (we did not have cash). There was absolutely no phone signal to do this! Instead, we went into the gift shop and spent money there! We had our lunch on the rocks and done some walking. It was a gorgeous August day.
Ruth Keetch — Google review
If you want to visit a cold but peaceful place, this is your spot. A nice almost 3hour drive, but the view, oh my God, the pictures doesn't do justice. Get your warmest clothes to enjoy the serene views.
Lemonade — Google review
Gr8 place to visit a specially if it’s windy. Beautiful view of nature power from the lighthouse. Also lovely service from the staff. Definitely will be back here in future.
Camel On Wheels — Google review
Such a picturesque spot for taking pictures of anything related to the sea. Lighthouses, rocks, marine life and the sea. There are three lighthouses, one for bird observations, one small one on top of the hill which I think is a private residence and of course the white and red lighthouse that is a portrait on every postcard. Nearby there is a cafe called The Lobster Pot, plenty of parking and a memorial to the D-Day landing.
Dennis Henshaw — Google review
If you like lighthouses, the sea, the breeze, impressive views above the sea, this is definitely your place. The lighthouse can be visited front inside, unfortunately for me that day the staff was off sick, so no visit. Anyway, there is a gift shop at the entrance of the lighthouse with lot of gifts. You need to pay for the parking, and there are two good placed in which you can have a meal, or a coffee (or tea).
Recommended place, very turístic, and it is worth to visit it.
Carlos F. Gómez Llavero — Google review
Lovely popular area to wander around when the weather is fine. It is very exposed if the weather is inclement and windy. There is a tidal race around this part, so the waves are always crashing. You can tour the lighthouse, we didn't because the tours were full, but would on another visit.
David Troughton — Google review
Stunning place, breathtaking views on a sunny day in March. Parking charges via app, higher prices from April throughout the summer, but toilets on site. Lovely cafe if you want to stay a while, but gets busy.
Donna Rigby — Google review
Thoroughly enjoyable visit to the lighthouse and visitor centre. Our guide, Suzie, was very knowledgeable and friendly. The climb to the top has several stops along the way which we were grateful for. Highly recommended.
latenightlizzie — Google review
Always love a trip here, especially in wild weather. Perhaps I should add that you need to be cautious and sensible, don't climb anywhere silly and be mindful in rough weather of large waves.
We like the location, the view, the lighthouse and the cafe.
Neil Stewart — Google review
I really enjoyed it here, very wild and rugged spot. Beautiful skies and seas. Car park is right next to lighthouse, there is a good cafe. Worth visiting.
Neil Collins — Google review
This is one of the must visit place, the view is mesmerizing and the route is just wow.
albert abraham — Google review
An interesting place to visit if you're interested in lighthouses past and present. Worth the climb to the top to see the interior and views from the top of the building. The tour guide was enthusiastic and informative about the building and use.
Weymouth Beach is a long, curved beach which is popular for sunbathing, swimming and playing in the sand. The beach is located in Weymouth, Dorset, England and was once frequented by King George III. There are plenty of attractions to take advantage of while at the beach including an arcade, donkey rides, swings and ice cream stalls.
Beautiful beach. I especially like it because is just next to the city. 1 side Is a relaxing fishing harbour and another side a busy beach with lots of arcade and fish and chips. Lot to do with kids. You can park all day if you follow the beach road until the end but you may need to wake-up early. 😉🏖☀️
Bernadett Arvai — Google review
Beautiful sandy beach with excellent facilities close by. Lifeguards are on duty in case of emergency, and rentals of loungers and deck chairs are available for the day.
Plenty of parking lots are close to the beach, but if you don't mind a little stroll, there are plenty of other (cheaper or free) parking lots farther away.
There are pebbles on half of the beach and a gorgeous golden sandy beach with lots of attractions on the other half.
Margrit Gunther — Google review
Such a beautiful beach, very sandy and long to walk along. There's a section on the beach for dogs which makes it great for dog owners to let dogs play in the sea and sand. There's a wide range of things to do along the sea front including punch and Judy stand near the clock tower end. Such a amazing beach well maintained by the Dorset Council.
Ray Bangerte-Spiers — Google review
Great place for families, lots of shops, restaurants and a little fair for children to enjoy 😄. The water is nice and clean, loads of people in the water doing all sorts of activities. The water was really shallow when we was there. There is always something to do in the area.
I would recommend this beach to anyone we enjoyed it and love it here.
Claire Louise m — Google review
Sandy beach with calm sea. Shallow water which is suitable for the children.
There is a dog beach near to Alexandra Garden - you will see a lot of dogs running around!
Your phone signal might be zero or very weak depending on your telephone provider.
Great fireworks display on a Monday evening at 9pm during August.
Hungry_Hippo London — Google review
5th November, firework night, the big wide sandy beach full to capacity, several thousands of people filling the promenade as well. A car parking nightmare tho, luckily we sorted that out the day before.
Fireworks display set off from a very safe distance out in the bay, and people seemed very happy as they left after the show.
pete aps — Google review
Weymouth is a seaside town in Dorset. It is situated in what can be described as a sheltered bay at the mouth of the River Wey. Having visited both Bournemouth and Poole over the years, I felt it was time to visit Weymouth and I was pleasantly surprised. Positioned halfway along the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site, it is a fascinating area. Transport around the area is regular and frequent and can highly recommend the Jurassic Coaster tour bus as a way of exploring the immediate area.
The beaches were clean and family friendly and the local shops cater for all needs and requirements.
A most enjoyable seven days.
John Cintas — Google review
Had amazing long walk at this lovely beach which is half pebbles and half golden sand. Very clean beach and good facilities around such as toilets, food places, cafes & drink places etc. Deck chairs available on rent for the day. Nice to see lifeguards standby for any emergencies.
Car parks near the beach and plenty of free parking further away. Good for all day fun as have plenty of entertainment and amusement around.
win task — Google review
Wow what a stunning beach and beautiful views.
Lots for the kids to do, rides on the beach, donkeys, Punch and Judy show, arcade and more rides, peddle boats.
Lots of lovely places to eat ( cafes on the beach front ) fish and chips, pubs and lots of seafood restaurants.
Nice shops to walk around as the beach is right near the town.
Lots of B&Bs and pubs with rooms if you want to make a weekend of it.
Best beach……….
Kelly Butler — Google review
Lovely sandy beach, very clean and good facilities nearby (toilets, food & drink etc). Loungers and deck chairs can be rented for the day and lifeguards are on hand for any emergencies.
Plenty of car parks near the beach but plenty of other (cheaper or free) parking further away if you don't mind a short walk.
Half the beach is pebbly and the other half is an amazing golden sandy beach with loads attraction.
Overall Weymouth is amazing and definitely come back with the family.
Jay Miah — Google review
Weymouth has a long beach and much of it is sandy. There is also a harbour with various boats. There is Lodmore Country Park and Radipole Lakes to walk around. There are a variety of shops. Walks along the coastline including Lulworth Cove and Durable Dor, Bowleaze Cove, Studland and Swanage, all nearby. It is a beautiful part of the world, and quite quiet this time of the year. It's a family friendly town, and dogs love it on the beach too
Ruth Greenaway — Google review
Brilliant beach, big, lovely soft golden sand. Not overcrowded, even on a hot sunny day. Plenty of reasonable price parking nearby. Close to the town centre and amenities. I actually think it's much better than Bournemouth.
Tim Husain — Google review
Lovely visit as always. Clean beach. Close to the shore there is a lot of black sand at the moment. But doesnt seem to bother anyon3. The little kiosks are a nice welcome break in between walks. Plenty of fish to see from the pier. Dog walking end if the beach is alao very clean. Great walk even on a rainy day
Chesil Beach is a long and wide beach in Dorset, England. It's popular with anglers and walkers, with many cafes along its length. The beach was formed by the fast-rising water levels at the last ice age, around 20,000 years ago. Dogs are welcome on Chesil Beach all year round, but must be kept on a lead at all times.
I just love this place.
Can be a bit of a tough walk on the pebbles but with so much scenery and the nature reserve here it’s well worth the effort.
Photos were taken from the viewpoint near the Heights Hotel on Portland.
Martin Upton — Google review
This is now my favourite beach in the uk. Its clean, the water is clear, and it's a lot of fun for the family. .are a packed lunch and enjoy a hidden gem.
D'Jorn Fevrier — Google review
Lovely shingle beach, can't really walk by the water because it's just all fishermen & women.
Cafe only open in summertime which is a shame.
However it is a beautiful place to visit
Mandy & Andy On Tour — Google review
Beautiful beach and the waves are amazing to see. We went two days in a row and it was extremely windy. Seems like that part of the UK is really windy. Also the saw the beach from a high viewpoint looked absolutely gorgeous. Will come back here for sunset next time we in Dorset.
Jahangir Ahmed — Google review
We visited the section near Abbotsbury, and it’s hard to rate Chesil Beach as depends on expectations and how you're judging it. It is a 29km rocky beach, that is quite windy and seemed to be good for fishermen (based on who was there). You're able to find a quiet spot to sit in the rocks or on seating you bring, as most people seemed to congregate near the parking entrance.
However, it is super windy, not a ton to do (at least in the central section), and doesn't feel too unique (beyond the length) compared to other English beaches.
So the beach is good if wanting rocky quiet, but wasn't quite the experience we hoped for.
Becky T — Google review
Great place to stay, good base for taking long walks, bird watching, etc. Within easy reach of Jurassic coast, Portland Bill and has the occasional amazing sunset. Will definitely be returning.
steve plested — Google review
Fantastic beach for the scenery. Definite wow factor. Not the easiest beach to walk on as very pebbly, some quite large. Car park at the visitor centre next to the Fleet Lagoon. The sunsets over Chesil Beach and the Fleet are spectacular!
Mark Howell — Google review
Just a magical, astonishing place. Tough on the older person's knees walking in the shingles, but worth it. It's an other-worldly, must see place
John Harrison — Google review
Magical place! Great for fishing, its an amazing place to walk if you are strapped up with ankle support, i did walk the whole 11 mile stretch from Abbotsbury down to Ferrybridge and I've never felt such pain, my dog couldn't walk for 3 days, it's not for the under prepared, but short walks along the cove is lovely at sunset. Obviously world famous for fishing, great all year round when the wind is right, although avoid storms as those rogue waves are no joke, a few people get swept away most years when they ignore the warnings.. Also totally open to dogs all year round, just keep an eye on them, fishing line with hooks often get washed up, along with wood with nails, stick to the upper ridge and you will be away from the wash up zone. And have good etiquette with the anglers, dont let your dogs go running over, anglers often have bait knives, hooks and other sharp things in their area and bait will attract dogs, this wont go down well and puts your dog at serious risk, just be polite and pop them on a lead if recall isn't perfect. And for kids, in summer months you'll often see dogfish eggs washing up, quite interesting, if you find one with the contents moving, pop it back in the sea, let that baby shark live.
Darren — Google review
Absolutely astonishing in every possible way. 14 miles of pebble beach! Ashamed to say that I live an hour away from Weymouth and Portland and whilst I have stopped off at this beach nearer the West Bay end, this is the first time I've stopped to visit Chesil beach at Portland.
Family McCoy (TheMcCoysUK) — Google review
Very beautiful beach and the views are just mesmerising. Great to see that the beach is very clean and not a single litter could be found anywhere, kudos to the locals and tourist alike.
Rizwan Nazar — Google review
I don't understand how nature can be so spiteful and create a beach so unwalkable.
Dorset council need to get their act together and sort this place out
I would give it zero stars but there isn't an option for that
Pollyanne Veazey-French — Google review
It's a stony beach with a deep shelf. Confident swimmers only. Famous for its fishing.
Swanage Railway is a heritage railway that operates diesel and steam locomotives, providing visitors with the opportunity to enjoy dining trains and driving experiences. The railway offers a variety of experiences for enthusiasts, from the bustling atmosphere of Swanage to the picturesque charm of Corfe Castle. Both stations are well-preserved gems showcasing transport heritage, complete with fascinating artefacts and friendly service.
A thoroughly enjoyable experience. Definitely a Mother’s Day I will not forget. Highly recommend!
Connie L — Google review
Brilliant team of volunteers and staff... Its like going back in time. Great trip
sully mayd — Google review
For me was the one attraction in the area I wanted to visit on our holiday and it didn't disappoint. A long time since I went on a steam/heritage railway but this was by far one of the best I've been to. The stations and carriages were all in noticeably great condition, with the stations decorated in the 'golden age of steam' fashion - they look great.
It's gets busy, we got the 1040hrs train out of Norden and we were lucky to get a seat so get there early - there is a luggage carriage for wheelchairs/buggies
Tickets can be bought online, on the platform or with the ticket inspector, kids under 5 go free (!) and adults were a very reasonable £18 open return. Journey to Swanage took about 20 mins and was very picturesque with a great view of Corfe Castle. The numerous return journies allows for ample time exploring Swanage. There are various museums at the different stations to explore and a shop at Swanage station. Staff were very helpful and a pleasure to see being so enthusiastic about working there - certainly added to the experience.
Richard Smart — Google review
From the rush hour type bustle of Swanage to the rural idyll of Corfe Castle, pulled by a majestic West Country Class locomotive. A steam dreamer's delight, with both stations gems of preservation. Great vantage points, fascinating artefacts, friendly service and more than a whiff of transport heritage. Swanage Railway is up there with the best of British steam railways, with a lovely diesel railcar for those of us who love such variety.
Bob White — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous. It's not a terribly long run but ideal if you love steam trains. Regular service and good prices.
Iain Hamilton — Google review
What a lovely experience!!! Everyone was so pleasant, and we enjoyed it so much.
Tim King — Google review
Always love a steam railway. A decent journey to Corfe Castle (lovely village), or Norton if you want decent parking and Steam into Swanage, the opposite way round.
Karen Elliott — Google review
Absolutely wonderful return trip to Swanage from Corfe Castle. Our little dog hadn’t travelled on any train before and they made a fuss of him which he loved.
Scenery is stunning and we thoroughly enjoyed it!
The staff have to be commended because they were so friendly and obviously enjoyed their work. I think many are volunteers? If so that’s amazing!
Tara McCarthy — Google review
Great staff to talk to. The diesel gale. Never disappointed over the wide variety of different locomotives to ride behind. In diesel gala if I mist 1 train, there will be soon another. It's fun to enjoy.
Daryl Tay — Google review
A beautiful heritage railway manned by friendly and well mannered volunteers. This has to be one of the best kept and most scenic heritage lines the UK has to offer. We have visited many time and have always has a great experience, even on poor weather days. But if the sun is shining, then it is absolutely magical. Great views of the local rural countryside. Get a seat on the observation car if you get the chance (it is not always hooked up). For £3.50 you get the best views whilst travelling in this panoramic glazed rail car. Awesome 🤩.
recogniseman — Google review
A beautiful traditional station with old steam and diesel engine train takes you back into time. We parked round the corner in Swanage car park costing £8 for the whole day parking and has a toilet on site and lots of parking space. We booked 2 x family tickets for up to 5 people per family for £45 each. Lots of space on train and lovely staff at the station and the station even had the old traditional feel and look about it. Once boarded on train the train visits 4 stations along the route. We got off at Corfe Castle and took a walk and lunch seeing the historic castle ruins and village. To visit the castle you have to purchase tickets but we opted to see the ruins from the path route and hill top views. The village has lots of shops to eat, drink and buy souvenirs. Was really great to hear the history and story from a volunteer who has been working on the train line for over 30 years. He was very funny and had a great sense of humour not just telling us about the train history but about the castle history also. Its a must visit, transports you back into time and worth the money. Thank you to everyone who is keeping this history alive!!
Anam Hoque — Google review
Each visit to the charming town of Swanage, nestled along the picturesque Purbeck coast, feels like stepping into a haven I never wish to leave. There's a timeless allure here, reminiscent of a 1970s seaside retreat, untouched and brimming with simple joys. The air is filled with the inviting aroma of freshly fried fish and chips, cozy cafes dot the landscape, and there's even a nostalgic "Wimpy" that adds to the town's quaint charm.
The heart of Swanage beats with the rhythm of its heritage railway, lovingly operated by passionate volunteers who breathe life into the romance of steam travel. The journey offers breathtaking views of Corfe Castle, creating a scenic backdrop that feels plucked from the pages of an Enid Blyton adventure. On a sun-drenched day, tracing the paths once imagined by Blyton herself, the essence of Swanage unfolds in all its beauty, offering moments of pure bliss that linger long after the visit.
Paul Hames — Google review
Lovely afternoon out, specially good if the weather isn’t beach worthy.
The staff are always friendly, the trains are clean and a joy to watch, and ride in.
I have taken to riding to Corfe, having a pub lunch and riding back again (not having to park in Corfe is always a plus).
UPDATE: If you're here at Christmas, go on the light spectacular trip. Great evening, whether with or without kids.
And finally, nothing to do with this train, but made me smile...... Did you know reading between the lines can be dangerous, specially if you’re at a train station.
Jon Baker — Google review
Lovely visit and good to see the staff operate with COVID measures in place.
Felt safe the whole time and people where respectful of social distancing.
We couldn’t stay in Swanage and not go on the train to Corfe Castle
The Tank Museum boasts an impressive collection of tanks, including the world's first-ever tank. Visitors can enjoy interactive activities and exhibitions showcasing armoured warfare machines from World War I to the present day. The museum also features an outdoor area where tanks drive around and offers rides on them for a fee. Additionally, there is a pleasant cafe, clean restrooms, and a gift shop. It is considered by some as one of the best tank collections in the world.
Fascinating place. If you considering it, do go.
We went today as as two adults with our tank mad 14 year old.
It is the first time we have been and can't recommend it enough.
Very informative in relation to tanks and virtually every battle since 1914.
There were numerous tanks on display.
I found the description boards next to each tank particularly interesting.
We were there 5 hours and are going back later in the week to finish the last 30 per cent.
The layout was a little confusing, but it didn't matter.
The food was average price and average quality. Reasonable. Plenty of seating.
There were lots of interactive displays for younger children and a soft play area (that did look a bit manic).
The outside arena display was probably the highlight.
Louise Henry — Google review
Absolutely superb day. If you are into military vehicles then allow a full day. The layout of the exhibits is excellent and takes you through the development of the tank, the first world war as well as many other eras. We took our 8 month old in a pram and the facilities were great. Cafe provided good food for a fair price and everything was very accessible. I am sad that I live so far away or I would be back regularly. Buy tickets online for a small discount. Shop was fairly priced and had an excellent selection, particularly of clothes and model kits.
Benedict Stek — Google review
A brilliant museum for anyone interested in tanks and war history! Drove 3 hours to visit and I’m glad we did. All exhibits are interesting and the quantity, quality and variety of tanks and their information is amazing. Got to tick off some bucket list tanks to see. Cannot wait to return.
Thomas Howe — Google review
What an absolutely brilliant day out. So worth the visit. The live tank display is a must and thoroughly enjoyable. Tank rides are available at an extra cost to the entrance price but worth it. Lots of WW1 and WW2 exhibits with interesting and moving personal accounts. With recreations of what life was like in a wartime bunker which you can actually walk through. Large cafe and seating available but gets busy. You can bring your own picnic and sit on the grass overlooking the tank display arena. Very friendly and helpful staff ready to answer any questions. I highly recommend a visit.
Paula Turner-Howarth — Google review
We were so impressed with our visit. We visited with our 3 year old and stayed for over 4 hours. There are some really great kids activities throughout the museum like army figures, lego, top trumps, dressing up, puzzles etc. I’m not that into tanks myself, my husband is the one who wanted to go, but I still really enjoyed myself and found everything so interesting. So much to see and a very big museum. Highly recommend. They also have some bargain books!
A Knight — Google review
Fantastic day out. Book tickets online as they are cheaper than buying on the day. The food is below average but that's not why you come here.
I'd advise bringing a picnic and eating at the tables looking over the exhibits or outside on the grass if it's good weather.
The tickets get you an annual pass, making it great value for money. I was feeling unwell so I left early and ended up coming back the following day to finish the museum and am glad I did so.
There are talks throughout the day that are great for those who struggle reading the vast amount of information in the exhibits.
If you're not a fan of tanks (and have been dragged along) I'd suggest completing the story of the tank exhibition and going through the trenches. It will take most of the morning and I've been told it was interesting to a non enthusiast.
The staff were very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. A great day out.
Also you may see some tanks on the road on your way in, which is great to see they are still operational and brings home their power.
matthew foley — Google review
Just the most fantastic museum, so we'll laid out. Brilliant value as your ticket lasts for a year. 1000% better than 10 years ago. Very nice cafe with great views. You will need at least 5 hours.
Marki Allum — Google review
So much to see and learn even if you're not a tank enthusiast specifically! We went on a rainy day as two adult women but had an amazing time. The museum does a great job of taking you right from the start of their introduction to modern day so you really can understand the decisions made and their impacts.
My only note is that it gets really warm, so definitely consider a t shirt or even shorts!
Gift shop and book shop were great, and the little cafe is a good stop for a quick refreshment although probably not the best bet for a full lunch!
Flora S — Google review
Visited for Tankfest weekend and was amazed by the size of the place and the incredible number of tanks on display. And that's not giving credit to the vast number of "undisplayed" tanks in the storage hangar. Very well organized event overall, although I would like to see more undercover grandstand seating given that the glorious sunshine was beating down all weekend.
Mick Morley — Google review
Can't rave enough about this place. This was our first visit as a family of 5 with two boys on the spectrum. At the admissions desk, we saw there were Sensory Bags available, these were just what was needed, ear defenders, torch, fidget spinners, periscope and loads of other items to keep them occupied while adults explored. There were loads of activities that occupied the kids too. It was nice to stop and get a coffee while they ran around the softplay. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable, making the overall experience great. The outdoor display was great as well. We didn't get time to ride the tracked vehicle and there were some exhibits we couldn't appreciate while keeping an eye on the boys but thoroughly enjoyed the day. Highly recommend it.
Nick Marfleet — Google review
The tank museum was amazing! Even people in our group who weren't into tanks enjoyed it. There was plenty of space for the kids to look around and fun activities for them. Our autistic daughter had lots of fun too and was able to move around freely with no judgement.
We will 100% be returning, numerous times I hope!
Steven Aley — Google review
Wow wow wow. This place is absolutely brilliant! There are so many things to interact with and the actual engineering and all the different types of tank is mind blowing. This is an exceptional set up, brilliant cafe serving wholesome meals and snacks, separate cafe next to soft play all indoors. Also if you paid for a ticket online you got the next 365 days entrance for free. Such good value if you are staying in the area or plan to come back.
Lots for kids to do too, my son loved all the dressing up and the Lego builds a tank station. Plenty for military enthusiasts too, we will definitely be back!
Joanna Lothian — Google review
So many tanks to look at, far more than I expected. The displays are interesting and in a light and spacious area, not fenced off behind barriers, you can look up close. There is an outdoor area where you can see tanks driving around and for an extra fee you can take a ride on one. The cafe was nice, had a tasty Tuna panini and chips. Lovely clean loos, nice little gift shop. Glad we went.
Kim Wood — Google review
If you love tanks, then this place is for you. The attention to detail to the tank presentation is out of this world. Information on the tanks is very accurate and interesting. To be honest, I wasn't ready to leave and spent a good 4 hours there and still didn't see everything. 10/10
Best tank museum in the world.
Plus the kids loved it!
Richard — Google review
Wonderful experience. Fascinating. Lots of interactive exhibits for our children. Our teenage son, who is very interested in WWII and tanks, thought it was excellent. We all enjoyed our time here.
Kerri Christie — Google review
What a fantastic experience! Amazing collection, well displayed. Definitely worth traveling across the world to see it.
Fairly easy to get there by train from Bournemouth. Best to take a taxi from the train station, takes about 5min. Food at the museum is decent. Probably 2 days needed to have the full experience. We spent 6 hours and it wasn’t enough time. WW1 exhibits are amazing! Don’t miss it.
Roman Krzaczek Quadra Island Cortes Island and Campbell River Realtor — Google review
Absolutely brilliantly day out. I had very little expectations. Thought they’d have a few tanks on display and a few medals. Nothing like that. The place has so much going on. They’ve thought of everything. And parking is free, which is always a bonus. We visited in the 6 week term so really busy but when I booked my ticket for the day (£45 for 2 adults and 2 children) I noticed you can add the annual pass for free with the ticket so make sure you do that. We will definitely visit again. The kids loved it. Highly recommend a visit
Lorna Morton — Google review
Having last visited the Tank Museum in 2001, I was not sure how much could have changed in that time, and I was slightly apprehensive that my young child might be quickly bored, but this was absolutely NOT the case!
There are more than ample interactive activities for kids in almost every room, with each section being very well thought out to appeal to all age ranges. There is also reasonable cafe and soft play to keep young families occupied if the activity trails aren't enough, which is a bonus.
The museum also offers sensory backpacks for children, which was a very nice touch.
The tanks themselves are still very tastefully displayed and remain the real highlight.
Highly recommended!
Chris Green — Google review
Easy to find and significantly more professional and well presented than when I went as a kid. So, so many tanks and military vehicles with loads of info about the exhibits. One area was closed off due to a wedding, but we still ran out of time to see it all. Hopefully in a few years time they will cover the Ukrainian war and the impact drones have had on tank design and tactics.
C Tooth — Google review
I think I felt like a 6 year old with big toys for the whole 4 hours it took to take the place in... Loved it!
I arrived with a love for tanks and left with knowledge of the reason and history of the modern tank. It's an amazing collection expertly presented.
Dan — Google review
What a great day out. So many tanks to see but other interesting things to do like tank PC gaming and exhibitions. Caters to all ages and plenty of places to sit and read and interact with. My son's 15 and loved it. Great value for money as well. Great shop and restaurants there. And you get an annual pass with entry which is great we want to go back in the summer to see the tank shows. But your tickets online it's cheaper but very good price for everything you get to see and do.
Sarah Morris — Google review
WOW! this Museum blew my mind away such a huge collection, excellent displays and information, take plenty of time for your visit so much to take in. Staff make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in, tours are available at different times throughout the day with guides. There is a restaurant, parking is easy, plenty for kids to do all in all a fantastic day out. Having a Grandad that served in WW1 who won medals during the battle of the Somme who survived to return a broken man, and uncles that served in the Army during WW2 who also returned home made this visit even more important for me.
Ian Stewart — Google review
How amazing is this place.. I cannot wait to recommend this amazing experience. There is so much to see and learn here for young enthusiastic kids, and even the big kids like mums and dads will enjoy this place. I have to comment on the value for money. The tank show is a not to be missed either.
A brilliant day out.
Johnny Clingham — Google review
What a brilliant museum. So much to see and do. My son wanted to visit this place for his birthday treat. If you like military history or not it is very interesting, some of the machines are incredible. The staff are great and very friendly. The food is a bit pricey, but to help support the museum I don't mind. Admission is very reasonable, 1 adult and 2 kids under 15, £34 for a year ticket. We stayed in nearby Swanage to make a weekend of it. Some lovely places to stay.
Karl Irons — Google review
If you are into military vehicles this is a must place to visit (in Dorset), hundreds of vehicles with their history attached. Some you can go into others just to look into.
The price is £21.50 (adult) so not cheap BUT that is valid for a year so even if you visit twice in the year it's very good value for money as you can spend many hours there.
Lots of car parking spaces, a cafe and a restaurant on site.
I would highly recommend a visit.
Just a few photos attached.
John Boneham — Google review
Excellent day out. Very informative and interesting. Much bigger than I thought, and not at all boring. Brilliant displays and interactive exhibits. Thoroughly recommend a visit. Make sure you see the outdoor displays too - great to see some proper tanks in action!
Daniel Robins — Google review
I think this is the most excellent museum I have ever been in. Quite jaw dropping in its scale, with highly informative exhibits brought to life through many personal stories. We were there for over 4 hours and still did not see or read everything. We were quite overwhelmed by the experience. Luckily the tickets are valid for a year and we will definitely return. To help spend a whole day here there is a cafe with a kids play area and a less noisy restaurant. There is a ton of stuff for kids to do. Put simply, everyone should visit to be better informed about war, UK innovation in tank warfare, and how ordinary people were impacted at such a young age.
Kathryn Barrow — Google review
Had never thought about visiting a place like this before, but really glad I did as was a great day and an amazing insight into history. The perfect place to visit too when the weather ain't great as it's all indoors. A really great varied collection of tanks and other historical military equipment. Great history education throughout and a sizeable gift shop to choose souvenirs from.
Shaun Maloney — Google review
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Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre is a 40-acre open-air animal park that offers visitors the opportunity to view over 100 rescued and endangered primates. The park also features a petting zoo, assault courses, an indoor play area, a gift shop, and a cafe that serves reasonably priced food. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, host events such as weddings or birthday parties, and even adopt their favorite animals. Monkey World is an excellent destination for anyone interested in wildlife and conservation efforts.
Enjoyable day out with the family, interesting to see the different species of monkey they have there. Information boards outside enclosures filled with backgrounds of the monkeys about their past. Very wide open green area to park cars. Really good for kids as there are two play grounds and lots of benches dotted around the park. Definitely worth bringing a picnic as not much selection from the on-site food vendors.
C R — Google review
Slightly eye watering price tag but we understand they are surviving on charity to be able to afford to do the amazing work they do with saving and caring for so many animals.
We had a fantastic family day out. The cafe food was expensive but all very tasty - much better than expected and better standard than any other zoo/farm/kids place we have been to in recent memory!!
There are lots of parks dotted around and the big one was huge and easily accommodated all the kids wanting to play. With tonnes of different climbing activities and loads of swings so no kids really queuing for any activity.
There were loads of animals to see and, as they are primates, they were mostly jumping or running about so my daughter enjoyed it more than a big standard zoo.
Gift shop prices were mostly quite reasonable although most the stuffed toys were extortionate in my opinion! However we bought a few other bits and liked the range of bits and bobs.
Would definitely go again. Highly recommend as a slightly different day out.
S C — Google review
Monkey World will be very familiar to anyone who has seen the TV series about the dedicated rescue work of Jim and Alison Cronin and their colleagues. It is, however, a fascinating place to visit for any animal lover, regardless of whether they've seen the shows. It's readily apparent how much care has been lavished on providing a safe home and an attractive, sympathetic environment for the many rescued animals, many of whom still bear the marks of their harsh former lives.
On site facilities are good. There are cafes, a fair sized gift shop and a reasonable number of toilets. The paths are fairly friendly for prams and wheelchairs.
Gillian Pearson — Google review
Amazing. The monkeys are so well looked after and have very large enclosures. The map was slightly confusing but that could have been how we interpreted it. It is very large and definitely needs a whole day to see everything. It is very well priced and not expensive. For one adult and one child it cost £27. The food, gift shop and drinks were a good price and good quality. It's a good place to take the family and enjoy a day out. Will definitely be visiting again.
Robyn — Google review
It’s a great place for adults kids alike. What this place provides for these maltreated animals is amazing. I highly recommend this place for anyone interested in animals.
You can see that they’re well cared for they’ve got a lot of space in their pens and they given a completely comfortable and safe life.
It’s a lot larger than you think it is, when you look on the map, it does look a bit small but trust me you can make a whole day out of this.
My advice is not to rush through like a lot of people do. Stop at each animals enclosure and read the story about what they went through before coming to the rescue centre. (Each section has a placard with what the animal went through, along with their name and general information)
It will absolutely shock you what they went through before they rescued, and I think it really adds to the experience to truly understand what these animals have been through, and what this place provides them now in terms of safety, comfort and happiness.
One other thing I really like is usually places in this genre hike the cost of food and the shop at the end. I have to say the tickets the food and the shop were all very well priced. It meant that you’re not breaking the bank just forget lunch out.
It’s worth stopping for food and getting something in the shop before you leave
I definitely will visit again, and I joined my time so much
Josh T — Google review
Really nice place to visit. We went as a family, kids 10 and 11. The park is very accessible with most paths being tarmac. The primates have a great environment to live in with loads of space. There are plenty of opportunities to see the animals and have a read about their backstory.
The park was great for the kids, there are plenty of kiosks, toilets and bins dotted around. I would definitely recommend a visit.
Darryl Ponting — Google review
A great day out for all ages!!! There are plenty of monkeys to see and lovely locations for picnic. Would recommend purchasing tickets online in advance as they are cheaper. We were very fortunate with the overcast weather, I probably wouldn't recommend going when it is raining as most of the enclosures are outside. A well spaced out attraction where you can take each element of the park at your own pace; various outdoor play areas available for children to play. It brought back many great memories for me from when I was a child. Even thought the gift shop was fairly priced for a park gift shop.
S31BY — Google review
Absolutely great day out. We went in around midday and left at around 4.15.
Toilets are clean and dotted around quite well. Snack and food places about, though a little pricey, but you expect it, and we had coffees and sausage rolls by a big area of picnic benches. Lots of benches and picnic tables to sit and take five where necessary. Park was bigger than I expected and would highly recommend.
KS — Google review
Great place for a day of family fun. Plenty of different monkeys to see; all in big open spaces. Huge site, with plenty of facilities including toilets, cafes, shop, play areas and more. You'll most definitely be there for the best part of a day. Order tickets online for quicker entry.
blackhearttek — Google review
Been before, an interesting place to visit, took the grandson, he loved the monkeys and apes, especially the play areas, but had a meltdown in the gift shop as he couldn’t have a toy car, instead of a furry ape toy. Just no pleasing some children. Overall worth a visit a really good day out. The cafes on site are reasonable, and the coffee is not to bad. One slight issue is the exit is not well marked till you get close to it.
paul mathias — Google review
It was very, very busy, which made the day slightly less enjoyable. We had hoped the watering hole would be open, but it never seems to be.
The animals, as always, are clearly very well cared for. You always see staff around cleaning. The toilets are cleaned hourly, which you can see on the checklist in each cubicle.
A lovely place to visit
Kiara Werran — Google review
It was very cold, but sunny and we had a lovely day. A lot of primates to see, with explanations of how each one comes to be at monkey world. They have lovely accommodation and huge outdoor play areas with lots of very big interesting climbing structures.
Christine Hobson — Google review
Fantastic day out for a wonderful cause. Huge enclosures for all primates which is great to see. Great to hear the staff doing talks throughout the day and lots of information on how the animals came to the sanctuary. Recommend booking in advance to save that little extra. Gift shop reasonably priced too. Can see new enclosures being built so will have to come back to see once finished!
Trish — Google review
It's a lovely place to visit. Plenty of primates to see and enjoy. A leisurely walk all around the park. The cafe was busy but it didn't take long to get our food. Very tasty burgers and reasonably priced. Everybody enjoyed the day out.
trevor luckett — Google review
Absolutely fantastic day! It was nice to see all the animals in big, clean enclosures with lots of enrichment and places to hang out either in sight or away from people. The animals seemed relaxed and often came to watch us as much as we watched them. The staff where helpful and seemed to enjoy there work and the gift shop was brilliant too.
Starly — Google review
Having watched a couple of the TV shows, found this place different. Much better!. Layout is very well done and as natural as possible with the foliage, trees and plants. Easy to identify as a rescue centre as opposed to a manicured garden zoo. Just please take with you any clean unwanted sheets and towels etc. Fab to watch the orangs in particular 'wearing' the towels. Such a lovely place, on fact so lovely spent 4 hrs on Sat and then another 4 hrs on the Monday. We'll worth a trip, and we'll worth sponsoring / adopting a primate. Also read on a notice that they need plants. Next time I go I will take bedding, towels and some plants. They do need donations of plants but only specific ones. Thoroughly recommend the Park. Staff are committed and that is evident from watching them. If you time it right you can see the chimps with their broccoli. The staff put it on top of their enclosure so they need their hands to get it through the bars! Had lots of happy hours there.
Karyn Fryer — Google review
This was a great day out, all the chimps, monkeys you know from the TV show, also a new baby woolley monkey sooo cute. It was a lot of walking but there was seating and rest points. Picnic & play area, outside seating + cafe. Nut free Oat Bars a selection of food drinks. Gift shop has a good selection. The main plus staff were helpful and friendly.
Shirley Bourke — Google review
It's really easy to find as it's well sign posted. I felt it was reasonably priced at £46 for a family of 4, including days parking. Usually, that means that they rip u to shreads on the price of food, this was not the case. 4 main meals with drinks was about £36. It tasted lovely and fresh with great portions. Staff were so polite and were happy to accommodate.
While walking around the park, it was clean and tidy with plenty of seating. The enclosures were beautiful, bigger than i thought they would be, and well kept. There were names and photos on every enclosure so that you knew who you were meeting when they came to the window. Some had detailed descriptions of their journey, which were sad to read. The level of cruelty they had experienced was unimaginable. Makes you ashamed to be human. Would visit again.
jaymie leatherdale — Google review
Visited here with my elderly disabled mother. The animals have nice enclosures and seem well cared for. Essential carers enter free, pathways are sound (there are a few inclines) and plenty of toilets. These are all important considerations when visiting with someone with a disability. Well done Monkey World for being very inclusive.
graham johnston — Google review
I recently visited Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre with my elderly mother during our holiday in Dorset. The experience was quite enjoyable overall. The enclosures were impressively spacious, and the monkeys appeared to be well cared for, providing us with great viewing opportunities. Their entertaining antics kept us engaged throughout our visit.
However, one minor letdown was the café's food variety. It could have offered a more diverse selection, especially for visitors with varying tastes and dietary preferences.
A word of caution to fellow caregivers: if you're accompanying someone in a wheelchair, be prepared for some steep inclines that can make navigation a bit challenging. It's worth keeping in mind for a smoother visit.
Despite these minor downsides, both my mother and I had a nice time at Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre, and the opportunity to witness the monkeys in their spacious enclosures was certainly a highlight of our trip to Dorset.
Anna Louise — Google review
It was great seeing all the monkeys & orangutans. It was a dry day we visited & quite a few of them we're out & also playing around. My only downer was that there is one way in & then retrace your steps out. Having it go in & out from different ways would have made our day perfect in my eyes.
Andy The Butcher — Google review
A nice place to see various apes. There are several kids play areas and seating for food. Probably better to go here nearer the summer period.
Stephen Saloway — Google review
Second visit to monkey world now and it was once again a great day out. Credit to all the staff who do such fantastic work helping conserve these amazing animals.
Alan Jones — Google review
This was a wonderful site seeing all the amazing work they are doing and have done.
Each monkey having been given support in some less than nice situations.
It was extremely educational when it comes to legislation and the lack of government support (of all political persuasions) to help more!
Highly recommended fun, educational and heart warming/wrenching
Mark Costello — Google review
Another brilliant experience at Monkey World. My boys & I loved seeing all the monkeys & what they were up to. Great experience for my youngsters and me alike.
Food in the cafe was really tasty & great value for money & the gift shop was loved by all.
Niki McCormick — Google review
A truly magical experience. I have been to a large number of zoos both in England and abroad. This is truly the best from an animal welfare point of view and also from seeing all the beautiful animals. They have descriptions about the animals and what has happened to them previously. The keepers are very knowledgeable about all their animals and very happy to talk about them. We were lucky enough to hear the gibbons singing to each other and also swinging across the tree tops. I would highly recommend it to anyone that loves animals.
Robin Turner — Google review
Returning from Devon popped in and spent 3hrs there. Great price £40 paid for family of four.
Fascinating place.
Buy tickets online saves 10% worth it show booking reference to cashier turnstile gates.
Plenty of parking.
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Tout Hill, Longthorns, Wareham BH20 6HH, United Kingdom
The historical fort complex at the western tip of the Isle of Wight, known as The Needles Batteries, was built in 1862 and has played a significant role in the coastal defence of England during both world wars. Today, visitors can explore recreated rooms, a tunnel and exhibition showcasing its history as well as admire the original guns. The site was also used for testing Black Knight and Black Arrow space rocket engines during the Cold War era.
Great place to visit if you are a history buff! They have a tea room in the watchtower. The ladies are genuinely helpful and very kind. We enjoyed our trip here. It's a place designed for soldiers so it's not completely accessible to all areas but they've made great attempts to make most of the area accessible. The staff on site are extremely knowledgeable and very helpful.
Tarun Bharadwaj Natam — Google review
Visited the old battery on a fairly overcast day. The only downside is that you have to pay for parking, as it's not on NT land. Nice enough walk up to the old (& new) battery. Went on the free tour (about 20 minutes), which was informative & interesting. Then explored the site. A good afternoon spent here!
Colin Burn — Google review
An interesting historic site. There are great views of the Needles themselves and some lovely views of the Solent. Getting up to the battery involves a longish walk from the car park at the Needles Attraction or a bus ride. There is a small tearoom at the battery which has a limited menu.
Andrew Howell — Google review
Amazing views, visiting the old battery was very interesting. Do ask for the children activity pack - the best I have seen and experienced! There is also a really nice cliff top walk.
Irina Sonich — Google review
Extremely interesting and informative. The old battery is so full of history and facts about how,why and what each part was used for. Winds rose making it hard to stand in some areas , particularly when wanting to take photos from viewpoints. However it didn't spoil the visit. I then trecked uphill to the new battery but found it less informative, but a worthwhile exercise due to the fantastic views
Shirley Cooke — Google review
A National Trust property, we had a freebie which we used to get in. Interesting history of the fort and to see how it was would have been used in the first and second world war. Great view of the needles from the underground spotlight if you don't mind narrow spaces and a steep spiral staircase. It was pretty cold so went to go into the coffee shop which was full so didn't try.
steve shellard — Google review
Gorgeous setting, nice informative little experience in the battery. The tea room was also exceptional with nice cakes, selection of drinks, themed environment and view of the needles from the top.
Anna Afiontzi — Google review
It's quite a lot fun of taking a chairlift. The viewing from the top is good and it’s very relaxing. The needle isles are not quite easy to access. It looks me very unique and special from far away. It points directly to the West. The places elsewhere is also not bad but not that special from other beaches. And the water quality off the shore is not so impressive. I think for most people it’s a ‘I’ve been here’ one-time activity.
Albert Wang — Google review
A wonderful piece of history situated very close to Needles.
Entry is free for National Trust Members and around 8 pounds for others.
The best thing about the place is the views of the needles and surrounding areas.
Must visit
Arun C Joy — Google review
The battery itself was fine with some informative information but what made it great for me was the incredible views! Such a great view of the needles the wind was crazy but the beauty was worth it to us. We are National Trust members so it was free anyways really.
The new battery was closed only open on Saturdays but you can walk around up there for free without buying tickets.
Abby Heaton — Google review
Even though it was a rainy day, we had a great time exploring this area and taking photos of the needles. We didn’t go past the gates to the national trust section yet the workers were so helpful and enthusiastic and shared some of the history of the old battery. Nice walk from the car park to the needle viewpoint, no uphill climbs but need to take some care on the steps from viewpoint on the left.
Umaz — Google review
Thoroughly recommend a visit, and it’s on the coast path too, if you’re doing the round the island walk. Lots of very interesting exhibits and information plus the staff are really friendly and knowledgeable too. I had no idea that the new battery was also a rocket testing site. Take the short spiral stairs and along the tunnel to the forward searchlight position- it’s as close to the needles as you can get, other than on a boat. Nice cafe with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, plus facilities. The blueberry scones were delicious and tea was served in a china pot with china crockery, which was a lovely touch.
Colin Smith — Google review
The 0ld Battery was built as an old Victorian sea fort built in 1862. It was used for coastal defence in both World Wars. The New Battery further up the headland was also used as a secret rocket testing site. Both are worth a visit and the Needles can be seen from both sites.
Chris Kinnersley — Google review
It’s run by the national trust so free for members otherwise there’s an entry fee. Inside the battery you’ll find a museum, some old gigantic metal coastal defence guns, a tea room selling cream teas and sandwiches and ice cream and some toilets. There are excellent views of the needles from this place. There’s also an underground passageway you can descend down to get a closer look at the needles. Takes about an hour to explore all the rooms and exhibits of this old military site.
Chris Gledhill — Google review
Brilliant visit here over the weekend. The views are brilliant and plenty of history around the place to look at and read about. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming which made the visit even more pleasant. There is a bus from the bottom which you can get for £3 return as a national trust member which we did making it easy to visit! Would definitely return.
Holly O'Sullivan — Google review
Didn't expect it to be so good. Walked down from the Needles attraction car park (show your NT card for a discount parking price) to the old battery which is a nice walk along the coastal path.
The Old Battery has more to it than i thought, a number of rooms with information boards and things to see. (Try explaining a typewriter to a 13 year old)
The steep spiral staircase down to the look out at the end of the point is worth the careful descent so it the walk up to the higher points of the battery.
The staff are super friendly and the cafe (well cake and I'm lactose intolerant) was very much a pleasure. Never mind paying for a tea and cake when you know the profits go back into the properties.
All areas dog friendly, including downstairs in the cafe.
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West High Down, Alum Bay, PO39 0JH, United Kingdom
This historical landmark is a popular attraction on the Isle of Wights western tip with rides, sweet-making demonstrations, glass blowing, the chance to make sand souvenirs, and crazy golf.
Amazing views and easy to get to!
We went in late February and so most of the attractions were closed, but that definitely didn’t stop us from walking to the Needles viewpoint.
There are some truly amazing views along the walk, which takes about 30 to 40 minutes each way, depending on how many times you stop to take photos! You can see the multicoloured cliff faces, lovely coastline, as well as amazing views to the Lighthouse on the Needles itself. You can also see a look out post from the Coast Guard near the end of the walk, plus a bit of history from where the British government tested rocket engines as well.
The best views are from the National trust old battery and new battery fort, and when we went we didn’t have to pay, although during high season you will.
I would definitely recommend. From Newport it only takes about 35 minutes to drive to, and I believe there is a bus service as well!
Jonny — Google review
I absolutely loved this place!! I'm a geography student so it was even more interesting learning about the history of the needles on the boat trip! We went on the really cool chair lift and the boat going around the needles, it was amazing! I would 100% recommend. Neither the chair lift nor the boat trip was expensive to go on. Such beautiful cliff edges, so many different colours. We also played some crazy golf, perfect for children in my opinion. I had a wonderful day! Thank you so much 😁
Lily Cole — Google review
this is a must do if you visit the isle of wight! there is so much to do / see here, there’s also plenty of walking / coastal routes to explore! the needles is a great place of history and is fun for everyone. it’s a very interesting place to visit especially if you’re already with the national trust as you can get into the viewpoint area for free! i would highly recommend the needles. it’s beauty and history is definitely worth it.
Grace — Google review
I had a great day out here. We arrived and there was plenty of room in the car park. The staff were really kind and friendly. We did the walk over to the old battlement where we got a very close look at the Needles. Overall, an excellent place and I would highly recommend going here on a day out.
Finley Jacobs — Google review
A lovely afternoon out. Limited activities, but more than made up for by the stair lifts!
The views on the stair lift are absolutely stunning! Truly worth the time to visit for those alone!
Food was good, the jacket potatoes were enormous. Was a little odd that the toppings came separately, but no big issue.
Staff were polite and helpful throughout the park.
John Stovold — Google review
We went on the ski lift down to the beach rather than do the hundreds of steps. My partner loved it but I was a bit scared going over the edge.
The beach is interesting with the variety of sands in the cliffs but small. However you can take a boat tour of the needles from the beach which is great.
Alison Ford — Google review
The chairlift was great fun and the beach below fantastic. The museums at the battery at the top are very interesting, but are more traditional than the fancy interactive ones people might be used to these days (which I prefer). The glass blowing is very fun to watch. Kids love making sand bottles too take home.
The downsides are the extremely early closing time 16.30, and that the cafe food is pretty basic.
Matthew Amos — Google review
Wonderful place to visit. Highly recommend to carry as less luggage as possible. Can't take anything on chairlift and steps to walk down and up are decent but due to gradient makes it more challenging if you have too much to carry.
Very challenging for old and disabled people to get down to beach. Only possibility is chairlift but may need to wait in queue for so long if during peak days, so pls be aware.
Fun place for sure for kids with some rides on top and pebbles to play with at the beach. Anyone fancy a boat ride can do so to and fro from the bay to needles light house for £8(normal) and £15(speed boat) as of today.
Plenty of parking, I think £6 as of today for all day car park.
Narin Nandivada — Google review
Great family day out at this national trust site.... The chair lift to the beach was good fun. We walked down because of the queues and took the chair lift back up. Took a boat ride around the needles which was good fun too. Great walk to the old battery, there is a brilliant viewing point of the Needles, even better than from the boat just next to the new battery area, near the rocket testing site. The walk is relatively flat so is easy to get to.
Gaurav Gautam — Google review
I do like it here even if it is winter and most of it is closed and the shops are mainly empty. But the view is super awesome and the gift shop was well stocked, and the sand place was open.
The sweet shop on the other hand seemed to be missing..... Sweets. I guess being winter they don't sell a lot but there is way better sweet shops in shanklin that sell a lot lot more.
Parking is free in the winter and loads of space, just remember that the amusements are closed and also the chair lift. The beach was also closed due to safety concerns.
The amusements are quite expensive £6 Rach for golf ⛳. Wow that's a lot, again places in the towns are much better value.
If you have the time and the weather is good you can walk to the old battery which is well worth the visit of open.
chris Evans — Google review
Must visit places. The chair lift experience & boat ride were really nice. There is also a mini golf, 4D cinema, Glass making workshop. Reasonably priced, highly recommended for all ages.
Vennie Appavoo — Google review
Beautiful place...
But mind you the pictures on websites are taken on a nice clear sunny day...which is a bit tough to find.. considering UK weather..
Nonetheless... beautiful view..
Monica Jain — Google review
Great fun for all ages lots to do. I recommend popping in to alumbay glass. It's great to see a traditional craft up close and personal. I also recommend the boat trip you get a fantastic view of the needles and the lighthouse the staff on the boat were knowledgeable and cheery. There are places to eat, drink (good coffee) and get ice cream. Oh and I can't leave out the filling the glass bottles of alum Bay sand. All the staff we met where friendly and happy to help. There are over 100 stairs down to the beach on quite a steep incline but the views are stunning and worth the effort.
Allie Gee's — Google review
A beautiful spectacular place to be and visit
Loads of things to do and a wonderful place to spend a full day
Lots of games for kids. Nothing much for adults other than golf and chairlift to the beach.
But the beach is the place to be. Amazingly clean, beautiful water, absolutely scenic
There were 2 great boat rides to the lighthouse. We took the blue ride which is a bit slow compared to the other.
Very nice ride and absolutely worth every penny.
Great time to spend with family and friends
Shakeel Ahmed — Google review
Great place to come kids and grown ups. So much to do here. Go down to the beach on the chair lifts, £9.00 for adults, or you can walk down via some steep steps. Rides for kids, amusement arcades, cafes, clothes shops. A shop where you can buy coloured sand. Fantastic sweet shop and gift shop. Fantastic day out
Louise Lawson — Google review
A bit of a queue for the chairlift, once down on the pebbly beach apart from boat rides which is worth it for the kids... slow boat £8 per adult and £5 per child - fast boat £15 per person or £55 family of 4 (2A/2C).
No refreshments available on beach.
If you don't want to take chair lift there is a walk way down. Everything is dog friendly.
Sarah Whaley — Google review
One of the main attractions in the Island. Have visited this place for the first time almost 13 years back and again in May 23; the place remains beautiful and the chairlift is a great experience in itself. The boat rides are kinda OK, but kids would enjoy it. If you want an adventurous ride, wait for the Faster boat, which is a tad dearer and a shorter one, but is more fun. Buying the bundles online would work out cheaper overall with free parking.
Deepak Srinivasan — Google review
A great experience. To get to the beach, you can walk down or take the chair lift , which was purchased second hand, 50 years prior to our visit from a ski resort. We were lucky to go on a beautiful day, making our boat ride out to the famous Needles. Made even better by learning the history of the place while on our boat trip. 🚢
Nikki Saville — Google review
Be prepared for a fairly long walk from the car park (free) to the old battery. The chairlift was closed due to weather conditions. The view of Alum Bay was stunning but the view from the Old Battery to the needles was nothing to write home about. Maybe the viewpoint high on the hill may have been better but after such a long walk my dog and I were too tired. We visited after the battery was closed on Sat early evening.
E Pritchard — Google review
A good place at the end of Isle of wight.
Having been there during non peak October time there were hardly anyone around.
Car park is free (wow nice in the UK)
There's a lot keep one engaged.
The cable car was good for the views.
Infact walk would be ideal.
RR — Google review
It was raining and the sea was quite rough. We could see the needles but there was a bit of missed coming in. Very big car park. Nice to walk. Nice to walk a dog. Lots of open space. There's a shop. What sells glassware just at the bottom. Quite expensive but well worth a look. If I really enjoyed it. Would go again if I come to the Isle of white. Highly recommend it
harry farrow — Google review
Don't get me wrong. The Needles are well worth visiting.
The nasty attractions they have built near to them are not.
It has become very tacky since I last saw them.
The ski lift is worth taking, but the rest I would avoid.
There I'd plenty of parking nearby.
Chris McLaren — Google review
Terrible quality, expensive tourist trap. An embarrassment to British hospitality that is obviously looking to fleece first timers and foreign tourists and don't care if they return.
Most of the cheapness you can see but for the aspects you can't (until too late): Avoid the "4D cinema" - it's just terrible - and the chair lift where the support stanchion is getting precariously close to the cliff edge that is seemingly prone to land slides.
JJ Camz — Google review
Beautiful place a hidden gem please go to the beach on the cable chairs £9 per adult carers free not sure price for children. We also did a slow boat ride also £9 no free places for carers on that though, you won't be disappointed
kara henman — Google review
It's the very western end of Isle of Wight. There are beautiful views of the sea and cliffs. There are beautiful walks on the hills around with a mild climb. There are chairlifts to go down to the beach. There are amusements like 4D cinema and dinosaur mini golf. Unfortunately everything was closed on 31st December. We still enjoyed our visit here thanks to the beautiful scenery.
ProGamer AZ — Google review
A good family day out on the islands most westerly point. Great views, nice coastal walks, a chair lift ride down to the beach below. Add in the fairground type kiddie rides and dood a drink, and a nice day can be had be all.
Tip- best avoided on very windy days
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Alum Bay New Rd, Alum Bay, Totland Bay PO39 0JD, United Kingdom
The Bournemouth Pier is a popular tourist attraction in Bournemouth, England. The pier has an amusement arcade, a variety theatre, a cafe and boat trips along the coast.
Fantastic place for families! There are free to use electric BBQ grills, free toilets and charging facilities, the is a beach bar that you can seat at and have your own food, there is a shower as you exit the beach to clean yourself. There is lots of parking too, I've managed to park for free (!!!) 3 mins walk from the pier. Definitely will be back!
Ewelina Podolecka — Google review
Lovely pier with decent place to have coffee/cake. There is a entry point ticket. Pier is well maintained. However overall beach in over crowded and I would avoid specially in peak summer.
Ammar Niazi — Google review
Visited for a evening stroll and play on the beach. Nice clean and tidy beach. Especially after what i imagined would of been a very busy weekend. Shops to buy beach supplies (needed as was a last minute trip). Also a small arcade, toilets and a chip shop all along the front! 😄
Molly 04 — Google review
The beach surrounding this beach is beautiful but pretty much everything was closed.
We paid to go on the pier and wasn't advised that the rides on the other side was closed.
I'm sure it would be a fun place for the family If things were open.
Robbie Anderson — Google review
Only ever been once before our latest trip and will 100% be back again. My favourite place to visit and well worth the 7-8 hours round trip! Clean, great atmosphere and beautiful scenery 💕
Andy Hart — Google review
One of the most beautiful piers I have seen in UK. Like every pier, you will find shops for ice cream and snacks along with a play area and gaming zone. The view is mesmerizing on a good day. It lies exactly at the center with beach on both the sides. It has an entry ticket of £1.5. Do visit.
Varun Nayak — Google review
The winter gardens were still a delight to see even this late in the year. Lots of places to sit and rest too.
The centre has a variety of shops and it's no problem spending money there !😊
Anne Stachurski — Google review
1st time here. Gorgeous soft sand for miles. Pier (pay to walk down it). It was a hot day, 24° and busy. A great day out for all. Pubs, clubs, drinks and ice creams everywhere. The soft sand attracts a busy crowd. Mobile networks were overloaded, couldn’t even get Google to open.
Behind the beach is a park, stream running through it. People cooling off and relaxing everywhere. In the park is Urban Garden restaurant to recharge, feed and slurp a cool drink and with free WiFi to finally get data connection.
slurp tea — Google review
Beautiful weather! Beautiful scenery! Beautiful beach! Brilliant and relaxing boat ride from the pier, round and back again! Delicious food from the bar on the beach too! Always love Bournemouth! 😍😊
Jodie-Leigh Taylor — Google review
It must surly be one of Britain's finest Tourist spots. You could spend a week just exploring the Pier area. There's something for everyone hear.
Monkey Funk — Google review
Actually went there to fish off the pier which we were told was fine in the evening. If you get there after 5.30 you do mot have to pay to walk along the pier. Only issue was the Jet skiers who have an entire ocean to play around in but chose to do there antics in front of the pier.. Be aware of this if you plan on going fishing.
Raj Singh — Google review
First time ever in Bournemouth yesterday and what a fantastic town it is. When you go to the sea from your faces with the magnificent pier. I had to get myself entry. The cost was £1.50. Great idea it will all help with up keep of the pier. As you can see in the pictures below you get some great views. Nice walk up and down.
Joe Brennan — Google review
Absolutely fantastic, came here for the airshow and this pier gave me some amazing advantages for photos, 10/10 would recommend if your here for the airshow or in general
Josh Connell — Google review
Cool place to hang out (with good weather), the amusement areas at the tip of the pier is an awesome location for families with little children with rides etc. but today it was not in operation - not sure if it’s permanently closed or temporary.
There’s a bar n restaurant at the tip of the pier for those who are hungry or thirsty 🙌🏼
Parking has to be outside and even that it’s not cheap to park in this area £2.80 for the first hour n so on… 😱
Anyway still a great location much to offer 👍🏻
Jamie Chan — Google review
Lovely beach and lots to do for all the family.
Lots of shops in walking distance and a huge choice of places to eat. Good parking close to the pier but very overpriced as £13.20 for 4 hours.
Diane Greenhill — Google review
There’s no entrance fee during off peak season, but at all other seasons. There’s indoor activity attraction and adventure activities such as zip line. This place buzzes with life during summer, which is park time for tourists! There’s public toilets and snacks bar nearby.
Sana Fathima — Google review
Been to Bournemouth several times but first time on the pier. We were doing the Xmas trail 👣. Lots of fun questions all the way around the pier and lit Xmas trees. Also saw a stunning sunset and lots of surfers. The pier has a restaurant which we didn't go into but looked great so definitely one for our next visit 👌.
Sandy Taylor — Google review
Nice location and good entertainment place near beach and too much games or rides for kids and adults. Some places you have to buy tickets for enjoying. Too much eating items for adults and kids and all of enjoying at beach.
Sunil Patel — Google review
Amazing Landscape with so much serenity and peace.
I would rate it higher than Brighton Pier too .
Shame I visited during winters but too many fun activities during summer and cleanliness make it a go-to place .
Abhi Desh — Google review
My pictures and videos can give you the feels of what have been in this place. Hope you like them. Thanks
Alecx Faye RV — Google review
The pier has a lot of history in Bournemouth. As piers go it's not the longest, and not the most exciting of all piers - but it has its own character. At the front is shops, and takeaway food options as well as the amusement arcade. There is a nice space as you walk up the pier for you to stop and look out. Towards the end of the pier things have changed a little since last time I was on the pier - there is an indoor activity centre (climbing walls etc) and also a zip line at the end of the pier going from the pier to the beach. Neither was open on our visit, but looked impressive and a bit different. There is also a bar / restaurant, we did debate going there for food but it was closed by the time we thought about it! (Off season!)
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Pier Approach, Bournemouth, BH2 5AA, United Kingdom
The Bournemouth Oceanarium is an aquarium on the seafront that recreates different marine and river environments from all around the world. It has been recently updated with Humboldt Penguins, which are a new addition. The kids favourite part is Penguin Beach, where you can watch them being fed or enjoying the weather.
Wonderful afternoon out and reasonably priced. Big variety of sea animals and some other animals too such as tortoises and otters (which were very shy when we visited!). The keepers were really happy to tell us more about the animals, especially at the penguin enclosure (which sadly we couldn't go in due to bird flu), but it was a lovely day out regardless.
Also has a lovely reasonably priced gift shop.
Would recommend for any age.
ggg hghg — Google review
Visited here on a rather wet Thursday! It was busy, which we expected due to the weather and how this is an indoor attraction. We found staff to be very helpful.
Tickets were reasonably priced, and we were served quickly. They accepted diagnosis letter for disability discount, carers, and a student card for me as I'm studying.
We opted to go for lunch first as it was just after 12. We had 2 lots of chips as well as fish and chips. The fish was rather well cooked, but the texture inside wasn't pleasant. Sane for all three chips. However, it was busy, and it was understandable.
Went on to see the attractions. Lots of varieties of fish as well as penguins, sharks, stingrays, and so much more. The signage was clear, and we could find our way around, ensuring we didn't miss any part. My daughter loved each part, especially the tunnel, and spoke lots about it when we got home. Another plus point is that you can reenter all day once you have your tickets, which we found helpful when we needed to step outside for some quiet time.
We will definitely visit again :)
Laura W — Google review
It's definitely worth a couple of hours of your time. Isn't the biggest Oceanarium, but definitely one that needs to be visited to be appreciated. The penguins were great, and it was lovely to see them having fun in their enclosure. The Otters were my personal favourite, though 😎
neil common — Google review
Already aware it was fairly small, but has an interesting variety of exhibits, including the otters and penguins, not just sea life,and plenty to see to make the visit worthwhile. Gift/souvenir area has some more interesting items, as well as the usual stuff expected in these places!
Kris R Henry — Google review
Absolutely amazing! This is the second aquarium we've visited and definitely the best so far! The live feedings are brilliant and the tunnel is incredible! I didn't want to leave. So much to look at, we went round 3 times and every time saw something new we didn't see the first time! So definitely take it slow and make the most of the time, go round multiple times as you may catch a new fish that was hiding the first time! Gift shop was reasonably priced too with lots of variety for different ages.
Marley Dalton — Google review
Bournemouth oceanarium was brilliant!!! There was a huge amount of fish and marine animals and every tank was well looked after. The tunnel was an absolute favourite and the sharks were super scary! We watched the penguin feeding time but watch out for the birds overhead, they poop a lot! This is our second time visiting and we had just as much fun as the first time! Would definitely go again and 100% recommend.
Tasha Miles — Google review
A great place, take it slow as you could be in and out within an hour, we looped back to see talks and got to see the huge turtle in the middle tanks! He was awesome! Penguins are super cute. Great gift shop. Small play area for a pit stop sit down. Can buy food and drinks on site too.
Louise Hooper — Google review
Its okay. A little cramped but a good selection to see and learn about. Kids always enjoy it. You can work out the best tickets on their website online if there's a large group - works out cheaper if you buy in advance. There's no parking for it but there's paid parking not far from it. You can leave you buggy upstairs and there is a lift and toilets. The gift shop like most is on the pricey side but good collection of gifts etc.
Rajendra Singh — Google review
Great for kids, both 1 year-old and 6 year-old loved it. Food shop inside wasn't busy and there is a little play area. Great animals to see. Signage for exit isn't very clear, couldn't easily find my way out.
Marinela — Google review
My baby loved the place. It has so many varieties of fishes , tortoise 🐢, 1 iguana, 2 otters and penguins. There is a small play area for kids. The Cafe and eating place are so clean. You can find toilets as well inside. It's better to buy tickets in advance. There are timings for feeding the animals so you can watch them. The staff explains the feeding methods and foods . It has 2 floors. You can either use steps or lift provided. Wheelchair accessible and kid friendly
vinisha vijay — Google review
Lovely place for kids to experience the sea life. You can spend about 2-3 hours here. Recommended to buy tickets in event to ease the air.
Sana Fathima — Google review
Lovely place to take the kids. Fantastic collection of sea creatures from all over the world. Even the adults enjoy it. Though the entrance fees can be a bit steep
Ibrahim Bassiouni — Google review
Lovely place to take the family all the kids loved it including the baby (great sensory interaction). We was able to turn our clubcard points into vouchers we could use to make the cost even cheaper 😁 .
If you get a stamp on your hand or have your ticket proof you can return and go round as long as you like for that day.
Amy Batch — Google review
Staff were friendly and informative. They happily took a few minutes out of their day to answer my questions and nothing was too silly to answer. The tanks are crazy huge! Two adult tickets are only £30 for all day entry!! Well worth the money for educational and entertainment values.
Jessi Range — Google review
I enjoyed my best afternoon out with my husband here. The tickets were reasonably priced. There were large variety of sea animals and some other animals too such as tortoises and otters (which were very shy when we visited!). The keepers were really happy to tell us more about the animals, especially at the penguin enclosure. It was a lovely day out regardless.Also has a lovely reasonably priced gift shop.I highly recommend for any age.There were places for babies and childrens for entertainment. There was a cafe from where you can enjoy snacks and meals.
Jarin Sanramoni — Google review
Decent variety of fish and animals to see but quite small and quite easy to get through within about 45 minutes. That said reasonably priced and well situated on the seafront, near the beach and pier. Worth a trip.
Umar Farooq — Google review
This seaside town is also friendly to people with disabilities. Being in an electric wheelchair, I visited the Oceanarium without any problems, a big plus. Unfortunately, the condition of the toilet is terrible. Overall nice safe and beautiful.
Tomasz ??czek — Google review
Great attraction to have right by the pier. It's not like the big sealife centres but still has plenty to offer. Doesn't take long to go around so don't plan a full day here. You can tell that a lot of care goes into looking after the animals. All the tanks are sparkling clean and the creatures are bright and active. The otters were a highlight for us. It was packed and very hot with lots of people struggling with baby buggies. There are places to park them but obviously it's not 100% secure. It's perfect for young kids and family tickets are good value.
Ingrid SouthCoast — Google review
My sister in law recommended me this place. And was the best decision to visit.
Of course the tickets 🎫 a pricey but is worth.
The place is clean and organised. Has a large variety of 🐠 👍
From outside the building appears small bunt inside of the aquarium is big.
🐬 dolphins were cherry from the top. They were friendly and playful.
The tunnel was amazing experience for my son.
We really enjoyed the visit.
Recommend for everyone, specially for families with children ❤️
Stela Caraus — Google review
I love penguins and it was a birthday present and I got to admit they are so relaxing to watch. Beautiful bird's.
Good place and if you have a young family then very educational and fun for the kid's
craig smith — Google review
Was blown away by how amazing this place was. A great variety of species and areas. The loggerhead turtle was the most breath taking for me. The cafe food was high quality and surprisingly cheap! The staff were friendly throughout and took the time to point out things to my son. The whole place was beautiful I will definitely be returning.
Koryl Callen — Google review
Oceanarium is a very interesting place . We got lucky to see sharks feeding, which I liked , and also a lot of different kinds of fish from tiny to giant ones. It was a lot of fun seeing the penguins as well. The staff is very welcome and we have had a very nice time.
karolina wawrzyniak — Google review
This place is amazing. What more needs to be said. The fish? Great. The location? Amazing. The food? Fantastic. If you live nearby then you can get a annual (or half a year?) Ticket so you can go at any time you want. If you haven't yet been here and you had the opportunity to then what are you wanting for, stop reading this review and go buy a ticket!
Jacek Blichowski — Google review
We took my 5year old nephew here as a birthday treat and he absolutely loved it. The otters, the sharks, the penguins, the “weird turtle thingy with the snouty nose” (his words) 😬 we managed to catch each feeding time and stayed for around 3 hours because he wanted to go round twice.
The staff were great, very informative and constantly cleaning.
Special shout out to Molly who managed to expertly answer every single one of his random questions without hesitation.
I am sure we will be back again soon!!!
My Bridal Dresser — Google review
The kids loved it. It's not as big as one in Birmingham, but it still has a good variety of fish and other ocean creatures.
And there is a gift shop at the end of the tour, full of things your kids are going to love.
Branislava Saunders — Google review
I hadn’t been to the oceanarium in a while so I thought I’d go there, it took us a while to even be served to get tickets because the girls were more interested in chatting. A man finished serving in the gift shop and came to serve us instead. Staff stood around either chatting or just stood there rather than educating or even just being helpful. I understand that staff obviously want to chat to each other catch up ect ect but when you’ve got customers waiting the customers are the priority. Overall not too much has changed since the last time I visited which was probably over 6 years ago, few new additions. Bournemouth oceanarium is definitely on the smaller side and understandably the price is steep for what it is but when you factor in wages,animal care, maintenance ect it makes sense. The only bad thing was the service other than that it was decent, doesn’t take up the whole day so if you’re in Bournemouth you might as well go to the oceanarium. Enclosures seemed well maintained, some glass was dirty and hard to see through but that’s to be expected and wasn’t a huge issue. Animals seemed well looked after. The turtle seemed a bit bored as he was doing the same lap to and from the ladder but I’d also be bored if I was a turtle
Shop is a bit on the pricy side but again to be expected as most zoos/aquariums are like that.
Overall a 3/5, would I go again within the next few years? Probably not but I can see how it appeals to some especially with children.
The Bournemouth Pier Amusements video arcade features classic arcade games, as well as various food stalls. It is situated on the waterfront and was extremely busy when we visited on Sunday 24th April. The atmosphere was festive, with Christmas lights strung overhead. We were very happy to find that there are now less plastic and paper bags used for change, as this is a major environmental issue being addressed by Covid and Transference.
Traditional arcade with loads of 2p machines and grabbers. Don't think I've ever been to the pier without popping in for a quick go on something. Staff are lovely and there's always people on hand to help with issues. Games for all ages. Popular and busy all year round. Good value. Clean.
Ingrid SouthCoast — Google review
It's bright and cheerful, right on the promenade, at the moment - walking down to it in The Lower Gardens from Bournemouth Square {as the night falls} - Christmas lights + - wonderful!
Ruth Maystar — Google review
I liked it here, deffo not that cheap, most games has really short rounds and to continue playing after you die you need to add more coins, but it is like any other arcade hall. I thought they had a good selection of games racing Sims and shooters. Even some cooler simulations, claw machines and other classics etc... make sure to bring cash as the card machine there charges you £1.99 to take out cash. But if you have any notes they trade them for coins for free. Most machines take contactless with a few exceptions.
Vanja Budsberg — Google review
Its nice enough and if you go at the right time of year not too busy, in the summer it's always so busy hard to find a machine. Gets very hot in there but that's to be expected the most annoying thing is so many of the machines are broken it becomes a pain because you spend more time finding a machine that works than you do actually playing.
Jasper Dallard — Google review
Popped in Sunday the 24th April with granddaughter really happy to see less plastic tu s and paper bags for your change due to covid and transference. Plenty of arcades, and was extremely busy but people really enjoying their spending
Our grand daughter was over the moon she won a teddy all by herself
Tracey Cloutman — Google review
Had fun on 2p machines not much to win on them but still had fun and had a lot of fun on the batman air hockey
Tan Smith — Google review
A lot of machines to choose from they have something for everyone
IAm Swartz — Google review
Only managed to find parking up quite a steep hill, I am disabled and it would have taken me about half hour to get down, and a lot longer to get back up taking a few steps at a time, then found out blue badge holders from other boroughs have to pay for parking £3.70 for one hour so it would have cost me at around £10 just to go and have a look, if there are more accessible parking closer to the pier they need to have clear directions, I was so upset, but also glad it was me and not my mum in a wheelchair because I would have told her it was fine and I can manage - this is why I am now disabled but I wouldn’t change a thing I loved my mum so wanted to make her life easier and happy
tracy me — Google review
I loveeee this arcade!! It’s great! Everything is really cheap- most of the games are £1 and there’s a mixture of coins and contactless so there’s something for everyone. Great variety of games as well! When I’m back in Bournemouth I’m going straight there 👾🕹️!!
ESTHER — Google review
The arcade is expensive, and the games are very slow and long.
Don't visit it.
The machine is The Walking Dead, which is very long and slow and costs £7 to complete the whole game, but it's so long I couldn't finish the last level.
Azmin — Google review
Claw machines are made to grab all of your money. Dont waste time and buy from amazon directly if you like something. The Bournemouth Council is in charge, apparently, as one of the employees told me.
Ruben Fox — Google review
Won first go on the soft toy crane. Tigger cost me 30p..... good times 😂
Kim Greenhalgh — Google review
Lovely pier with gorgeous views shame everything was shut other than the small amusement at the beginning of the pier. Entry is free is winter but charges in the summer times.
Saige Winter — Google review
My partner loves the 2 p machines 🤣
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W Undercliff Promenade, Bournemouth, BH2 5AA, United Kingdom
The Cerne Giant is a perplexing and intriguing chalk figure that stands at 60m high and 51m wide, with an age shrouded in mystery. Some speculate that he may be of Roman origin, while others point to historical records from as far back as 1694. This naked male figure wields a club and is notoriously well-endowed, making him quite the spectacle for tourists.
Worth the hike to the top and around. Make sure you visit the lovely village following the river walk.
John Anglin — Google review
Only ever seen the Giant from far away, so to get as close as possible to him, was on my bucket list (ticked off ✔️)
The village is so lovely, quiet and the walks are well worth it (if you can manage it)
The small car park is in the village and is run on donations. Just a lovely,lovely place with a very special ambience.
Kristin Plant — Google review
Of historic interest and the village is quaint. But the best view is from the carpark and it didn't look even half as good as the photos. Appreciate this may be due to the heavy rain the week before.
Went and climbed up the easy side and down the left hand side which was almost vertical. Was a lovely but strenuous walk.
Nice to see but would say probably not worth a long trip as it is out of the way. Enjoy!
Siobhan Gallagher — Google review
Surprisingly nice trip, we parked at the viewpoint and ended up walking up the hill and around the giant then into town, visited the abbey & well and other historic sites in town. Finished off with a stop in the pub on the way back. Lovely day all round. Apparently the giant looks better once he's been re-chalked this wasn't the case when we were there.
Sam Larsen — Google review
Who knew something so phallic could be so interesting?! A good walk up the steep hill from the Kettle Bridge car park to get amazing views. The best views of the Giant itself though are down in the small car park (“Cerne Giant Viewpoint”). Baaa.
Luke — Google review
"The Cerne Abbas Giant is a hill figure near the village of Cerne Abbas in Dorset, England. 55 metres high, it depicts a standing nude male with a prominent erection and wielding a large club in its right hand.
Regardless of its age, the Cerne Abbas Giant has become an important part of local culture and folklore, which often associates it with fertility. It is one of England's best-known hill figures and is a visitor attraction in the region.
The Cerne Giant is one of two major extant human hill figures in England; the other is the Long Man of Wilmington, near Wilmington, East Sussex."
Mark Smith — Google review
Nice place with plenty of parking spaces.. remember to donate 1 pound for parking.
TheBooklice Booklice — Google review
I've known about this particular place for a long time; but even though I've passed it many, many times, I've not had the opportunity to stop and see it.
No-one is absolutely certain when it was created; it might have been prehistoric, or just in the 17th century. But it is an interesting piece of our past.
The Giant is probably best seen from an overhead shot from a drone or aircraft, but can still be made out from the viewing platform if the weather is OK, the light is in the right place, or if they have renewed the chalk filling.
There are a series of footpaths that allow you to get a lot closer; the gradient is quite steep and the less fit might prefer to leave it to those that can handle the climb.
Anthony Sutcliffe — Google review
Wow.. just wow, best photos from top viewing Carpark.... Followed the stream down in to the village where we explored the Abbey first, then on into the small village... Lovely old world village..
Trevor Smith — Google review
Worth the visit and walk up the hill. Wild orchids were flowering in early June with plenty of insect life. A lovely walk through many different trails before & after the giants hill. Yes you can't see the giant very well while walking on the hill, that's the way it was made, to be seen from a distance. It is also fenced off to protect it, if every numbskull was allowed to walk over it, erosion would soon take hold and it would start to disappear. Also don't expect the grass to be trimmed every week for your viewing pleasure, Cerne Abbas doesn't receive anywhere near the number of tourists to justify the money it would cost to do this. Take your time here and spend some money in the village to help out the locals.... and don't be ungrateful, rate it 5⭐!
Mark Field — Google review
Nice place. Please take the time to look round before making a hasty decision. Pretty village too. I would recommend having a walk around the area. This has been here a long time.
It's been a childhood dream of mine to see this landmark feature.
The viewing area is slightly neglected which is a shame, despite clearly costing the tax payer a fortune to install. We spent 5 mins litter picking but didn't bring my mower or hedge trimmer.
Clearly not been kept on a maintenance schedule for over a month or two.
Maybe Dorset council should spend some of the monies on a mower, sweeping 🧹, shovel & labour(or the residents could make an effort as we do in our village which isn't a world renowned site).
bessbobs — Google review
It's hard to see the giant from the viewing place or from the fence around the edge of the actual field. I like the legend around him, though. It's still good to be able to say we have seen it 😊 another landmark ticked off!
Hannah May — Google review
Impressive. Lovely view from the viewpoint, but if you have a drone, it's definitely far better.
Earl Palmer — Google review
I went here and we walked through the town and onto the hill expecting to be able to walk through and past the giant. A small sign said “Public asked to stay of the grass due to erosion”
Lucas Underhay-Walsh — Google review
It was great to see, but you obviously don't get the view you see online which I suspect is taken by a drone.
Lovely walks in the area and an interesting town. The carpark is free with a donation box so you can contribute to the upkeep.
Thomas Coombs — Google review
Nice picturesque village and countryside walks over the hills. Good parking for the Cerne Giant chalk drawing. However only a sign at top of hill on a barbed wire fence around the cerne giant area that no one can actually go up close to see it. A steep climb and good cardio workout. But disappointing that you can only really view it from the car park. Grass was long so not all the features can be seen apart from the big knob.
Laura Connolly — Google review
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The Giant Inn, 24 Long St, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7AL, United Kingdom
Montacute House is a remarkable Elizabethan country manor, nestled in Somerset's countryside. Built for Sir Edward Phelips in the late 16th century, the house boasts exquisite interiors featuring splendid plasterwork, tapestries and chimney pieces. The Long Gallery with its extensive collection of Elizabethan portraits is one of the most fabulous highlights of the house.
Over 400 years old, this stately home is a stunning place to visit. The architecture inside and out is amazing, as is the formal landscaping and gardens. The presentation of the three floors of the house have faithfully recreated and must be seen to be fully appreciated. Walking around the gardens, orangery and fountain garden is just a wonderful experience especially on sunny days. We highly recommend this place to visit.
Michael and Julie Bowell — Google review
A great day out. Adequate parking spaces. Route in was well signposted. Loads of spring flowers on display when we visited in May. There is the usual shop and flowed sales. Café was busy, but efficient. Outside covered tables, or indoor seating available. The house was full of historical artifacts
Michael Billinge-Jones — Google review
Visited today and such a beautiful house full of history. The gardens are also lovely and great to relax in. Definitely recommend this place for a visit if you haven't been before
Victoria Pearce — Google review
Beautiful Elizabethan house in such good condition that you can easily imagine living there. Fascinating stories and impressive artworks add to the whole experience. The gardens are also beautiful. Definitely worth a visit. We have already been there a few times now.
Nick Hiscott — Google review
Stunning house with incredible paintings loaned from the National Gallery. Very atmospheric as it is such a very old house hardly changed from when it was first built. Well worth a visit.
Kathy Fairey — Google review
Fabulous old house with extensive grounds. The upstairs is shut awaiting renovation but there is plenty to see. We took a free tour around the outside of the building and the guide, Helen, was very good indeed. She explained the history in a clear and very engaging way. There was a woodworker with various activities for children and a challenging escape room style puzzle for grown ups. Well worth a visit for a few hours.
There is a small cafe with good quality but quite limited options.
Jeff Bulled — Google review
Had a wonderful visit here this afternoon despite the rain. There's plenty of parking and it's easy to find.
The gardens are stunning and well maintained. They don't take that long to walk around. They are all fairly level and easily accessible.
The house has lots to see with information boards and volunteers in each room. The house is spread throughout 3 levels.
The cafe has lots of delicious treats treats and lots of seating inside and out. The service was quick and easy.
Hannah Wild — Google review
This is one of my favourite national trust properties. Came for the day, accessibility is excellent, I could use the mobility scooter to get almost everywhere and staff went above and beyond to help. The food at the cafe was delicious, the second hand book barn was well stocked and the shop offered a good range of products. We were able to wander into the historic village as well from the car park.
Leanne Swift — Google review
This left an everlasting impression on us after our visit here. Beautiful grounds absolutely breath taking. Amazing building both inside and out. Well looked after. I would highly recommend a visit here. Pack up a picnic there's lots to see.
Lynne Brady — Google review
Stunning National Trust building and grounds. Lovely gardens and grounds to walk in and cafe. The house has a generous portrait gallery and the scale of the building is impressive. As will most National Trust sites the area is accessible where possible and tries to cater for all, whether elderly or families. Highly recommend. Also, and odd thing to comment on - but one of the most impressive hedges I’ve ever seen.
Harry Webster — Google review
Beautiful building steeped in history and a step back in time. Opted for a tour around the building which was interesting by a very knowledgeable guide. Paintings and furniture can be seen in the house together with some exhibitions. Well worth a visit. Lovely cafe in relaxing surroundings.
Jacqueline Andres — Google review
I had a very relaxing day here, the admission staff was very friendly and helpful. The grounds are so beautiful with plenty of space for everyone. There was even are area on one of the lawns set up with children’s games, it took me back to the 70’s seeing a space hopper. Just beyond this lawn there’s a most relaxing area under the trees to have a picnic. Dogs are welcome in the outside area but not inside the house.
The house was very interesting with pictures on loan from The National Portrait Gallery in London depicting ladies and gentlemen of the Jacobean era. The rooms are very well preserved with literature in each room of importance. The tapestry at the end is quite remarkable I believe it was made in 1470 and has been restored to its former beauty. All in all a day well spent.
Nicola Willis — Google review
The gardens are beautiful, it's a shame only the downstairs of the property are open at the minute. Thankfully we are NT members, but would be disappointed if we turned up and paid £12 each to just see the ground floor of the house. Luckily we had visited Montecute before so have seen the beauty of the upper floors previously.
Tracy Hughes — Google review
Only went to walk the parkland with the dog, great to find no livestock. Fantastic walk, bit damp, windy and showers, but we all enjoyed it, did just under 3 miles. Followed off by lunch in the phelips Arms.
Chad Cardale — Google review
Only ground floor of house was open. Coffee shop closing early due to staff meeting.
However the volunteer in the drawing room was most helpful and knowledgeable
John Hemmings — Google review
Had high expectations due to the size of the property, however we could only view 4 rooms on the ground floor!
If we weren't national trust members I would feel very let down.
Aaron Healey — Google review
We love coming here for a dog walk, so much open space, water and mud his perfect combination! Perfect for families with kids too, very open and safe (the deep water section is well off the beaten path accessed via another gate so not at all easy for little ones to get to unless you let them)
Steve Maynard — Google review
Lovely old hall with extensive grounds. Upstairs closed when we visited due to issues with staircase. Nice cafe.
Andy G — Google review
A beautiful setting and lovely house. Unfortunately, the upstairs has been closed as the stairs are deemed unsafe, but you can still walk around the ground floor.
There's a ramped disabled entrance on the side, which means you don't have to walk round the whole house to get to the front entrance. There are some places to sit down in the house (as you can't use a scooter indoors), which I was very grateful for.
The gardens are also mostly accessible if you are in a wheelchair or mobility scooter. There's a lovely hot house where they are growing ferns and things and they sell plants in their shop.
We had coffee and a bit of cake in the cafe. The cake was tasty (if a tad dry) but the coffee was expensive brown water that wasn't very nice plus the mocha my friend had was very sweet with no coffee flavour. There is indoor seating with a heater in a small room off the courtyard, which was a warm place to sit on a rainy day.
I'd be happy to return
Isobel Kearl — Google review
This is a very beautiful Tudor house.
I only walked around the gardens today, they are well kept. It was an enjoyable stroll. There is a NT shop and a book barn to explore.
HELEN THOMAS — Google review
Montacute House by the National Trust is a historical treasure. The stunning architecture and curated exhibits provide a captivating journey through the past. The meticulously maintained gardens are a serene escape. A visit here offers a delightful blend of history and natural beauty.
Sydney — Google review
The entrance is tucked away just off the main road. I managed to find a space in the overflow car park despite it being busy.
Loads to look at here in the garden and the house. The hedges are particularly distinctive.
The cafe looked busy so I continued looking around the property.
There are also a couple of additional walks that take in 3 different routes around the grounds and in the local area.
You can easily spend 3 hours here.
Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park is a conservation center that features rare-breed heavy horses, blacksmith displays, a petting zoo, and vintage trucks. The park offers various activities for kids of all ages including tractor rides and pony grooming. Visitors can also enjoy feeding and stroking the well-kept animals. The staff is friendly and engaging while the facilities such as clean toilets with hand washing are well-maintained. Additionally, the park has a cafe that serves nice coffee and cake.
Great place to spend the day. Plenty to do for kids of all ages, and an abundance of well-kept animals to feed and stroke. Several activities such as tractor rides and pony grooming all included in the very reasonable price.
The staff are all friendly and happy, and the main chap telling the stories engaging.
Clean toilets and hand washing at one end.
There is a cafe - nice coffee and cake, but didn't try the hot food.
All in all a lovely day out, and 3 out of 3 kids sad to leave which is the seal of approval.
Iain Macleod — Google review
This is a fantastic place to visit, whether you go alone or with the family and friends as i did. The horses are gorgeous and clearly very well looked after and loved. I enjoyed reading about each one's different personalities and their breed of heavy horse. They are cheeky but very friendly!
The gentleman who does the first show of the day talking about the horses is very funny and witty and did a solid job of having a laugh at my expense much to my partners amusement (and my own)
The rides and facilities for the children are fantastic, the staff are very friendly and engaging. Overall it was a lovely day out and gave them an appreciation for these incredible animals, it was great to be able to get so up close with them and interact.
petar gemovic — Google review
Absolutely loved the heavy horse farm. We felt it was a very authentic and personal experience with the owners themselves doing a lot of the activities. Our son, who is only 20 months old, loved the animals and the vintage rides. Well worth the money and would definitely visit again when next in Dorset.
lauren antcliffe — Google review
Fabulous 4 and a half hours here yesterday in Horsey Paradise! I was on my own but there's so much to see ,listen to and do even without bringing kids! You'd need a whole day here for that. I loved the talks especially when these big beauties were brought out of their stables so you could see them in all their glory.
Plenty of other animals to see and feed and pet.Great staff too.
Brilliant day out.
mazfb — Google review
Myself and the family went to Heavy Horse Farm today and was pleasantly surprised by all things to do and see. Lots of animals to feed and touch, a lovely little café/restaurant to visit and more play areas than you can shake a stick at. The kids loved every minute of the day...💪🇬🇧🐴
David Short — Google review
We thought it would be a pleasant afternoon out. So we spent three & half hours but we could of spent longer there. It's a great little place with lots of animal petting and activities to do the peddle go carts could do with a bit of maintenance but it was worth the money spent so £62 got us in then everything else was free. Enjoy your day out there.
Phill Robertson — Google review
Wow what an amazing place!! So much to do, so many lovely, enthusiastic staff. All well loved animals and whole site is clean and tidy. We will definitely be going again for sure. Cakes are tasty too. Didn't try the hot food but looked lovely from what we saw being served.
The Owner and all the family clearly love their job and enjoys every minute of it. Thank you for all your knowledge and displays.
Mala Lacey — Google review
Had an amazing time here with my family. I would highly recommend visiting here if you're looking for something to do, it's cheap to enter and has everything planned and ready for you and the kiddies to enjoy the day, learn about various horses and the history of the breeds before feeding the animals and getting rides on the tractors or playing on the bumper cars. Food here is amazing value for money too! Make sure to buy your tickets before you arrive as they run a tight schedule and cannot accept walk ins.
Tommy Little — Google review
This place is really good to be fair. The park itself is not huge but with the space they have they have done really well. The staff work really hard and are all so polite. The horses they have are all taken care of so well and all look strong and healthy. Real good play area for the kids and plenty for them to play on around the park. Worth a look if you are in the area.
James Down — Google review
Was an excellent day out! Small but very well packed out. Plenty to see & do, lots of rides & activities. Great for children & very dog friendly! Staff were friendly, food looked amazing, horses looked well cared for! Spent much longer than expected here, very much worth the money! Thoroughly enjoyed the day!
Cheryl Castle — Google review
Was a really nice the children really enjoyed it. Enough things to do likely wasn't too busy only thing is when get go to 15mins before closing one women coming round pretty much telling us to go because we'll "want to look round the gift shop". Considering paid £40 for me and 2 children I want to get the whole time
Karen Taylor — Google review
One of the last in the country and well worth the entrance fee to help these beautiful breeds.
You MUST book in advance as they can only allow a certain number in. These large breeds were amazing to see and also the other animals, like the small ponys and goats and of course the farm cat. Lovely staff running the small animal handling. Nice play area for my younger son while his horse obsessed teenage sister loved being with the horses. Also 2 indoor play areas,horse and cart rides and an informative talk on the horses and history and show of how the tack goes on was extremely interesting and entertaining. I would say the indoor play area for older children could do with some lighting as a few of the children were scared to go in as it was dark.
All in all a great day and would definitely go again.
kazzie Standing — Google review
What an incredible day out,so much to do and see.The hosts (staff) are really informative and helpful and happy.
What would be a great incentive for family to return....is offer a 50% voucher to returning customers.....asvther is too much to do in a day... loved It so did my grandkids🤣
Abboman — Google review
A nice place to enjoy a few hours. The animals are well looked after and some of the staff are friendly. My daughter enjoyed the activities on offer and the play areas. The tractors, trampoline and the park area are all very well maintained, great fun :)! The Smokey Joe’s Cafe is dark and dingy, plus it really smells of mould/foist. I didn’t eat. The toilets aren’t very clean and the space in the cubicles is tiny. I would visit again but will be bringing a picnic.
Connie L — Google review
What a fantastic day we had with the family and our mutt at this lovely Farm, it is like stepping back in time. Everything is there to be enjoyed by the grandchildren to Great Grandma . There is so much to do there, all the different types of horses , let’s not forget the goats, pigs, turkeys, llama’s, pole cats, birds, rabbits, chickens and ducks. The play areas are really good, as well as all the different types of rides.
Also very important is all the knowledge they have about the horses, what they were used for in the past and how they ended up at the Dorset Heavy Horse Farm.
We as a family would recommend spending time here, we are certainly going to return, thanks for a lovely day.
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Edmondsham Road, Verwood, BH21 5RJ, United Kingdom
The New Forest National Park is a protected area in Hampshire, southern England, covering 566 square kilometers. The park is home to many different animals and birds not often found in the UK. The national park has been enforced by officials known as verderers for well over 1,000 years, and is still in place today.
🐴please remember to drive slow around bends, there are horses everywhere, and some go on the road!🐴
I've always loved this place!
I went here to look for the famous blubelle fields, but unfortunately was quite unsuccessful. However, instead I found a lovely little hotel and restaurant called "the pig". I Highly recommend a visit there. A very wonderful place and a good stop for some lemonade and a rest.
Isabelle Valentine — Google review
Beautiful big National Park! Plenty of places to explore, beautiful paths to hike with quite a few car parks to allow you to explore different areas. There are quite a lot of wild horses roaming around the National Park, it won't be difficult to find them! They will come rather close to your car if you allow them to be in peace.
It's good that there aren't many places to stay and eat, which means that the area is quiet.
Jose Oliveira — Google review
This was booked as a birthday surprise. Absolutely amazing place, fabulous lodge everything top range and beautifully equiped. The shops, restaurant and pub all set in the ambience of the New Forest, tranquil and peaceful. Would recommend very highly.
Sheila Brown — Google review
Parked at Kingswood Oak to explore the forest. There were lovely wide tracks. We had our 3yr old with us who was happy to walk, but the terrain would have been suitable for a robust buggy. Beautiful scenery and it was quiet. When we got back the carpark had overflowed onto the road, so probably best to get there early.
Georgie M — Google review
Went round the outer part and ended up knee deep in mud. Was so much fun. Following day we went into the forest for a much dryer walk
Suzie Daniels — Google review
The New Forest National Park is a wonderful place. Many different types of trees and length/ location of walks. There are car parks dotted throughout the park (not all have public toilets, so check before you travel) and many of the larger car parks during the summer are visited by ice cream vans.
We must keep our New Forest clean and safe for generations for years to come, so please take your rubbish with you, don't pet the pony's and enjoy the space.
Hannah Young — Google review
Beautiful location, perfect scenery, plenty of wild horses, cute little towns, plenty of day camping sites, what more can I say? It’s just gorgeous! Absolutely love visiting New Forest.
Alfred Aquino — Google review
Wonderful wonderful wonderful. A beautiful destination with a great atmosphere. Miles of brilliant walking and tons of wildlife. Attractions galore. Numerous pubs and restaurants. A beautiful place one of Britain's finest national parks. Beautiful streams and rivers and picturesque towns and villages
Mark Mahoney — Google review
An incredibly diverse national park with lots of different car parks, some with toilets. Lots of walks or cycling routes. And of course, the New Forest ponies to observe in a natural habitat for them
Michaela Nobbs — Google review
I had an incredible visit to the New Forest National Park, and it's safe to say that we'd love to come back here again. The natural beauty of this place is simply enchanting. During our recent trip, we decided to explore some of the charming little towns that dot the landscape.
Beaulieu left us awe-struck with its picturesque setting and the delightful sight of donkeys leisurely strolling around the village. Milford on Sea offered us amazing sea walks, with the crashing waves creating a soothing ambiance. And Lyndhurst was an absolute gem; we embarked on a captivating town walk, discovering an old church that seemed to have a story around every corner. To top it off, we enjoyed a delectable cup of coffee at the New Forest Coffee Shop, making our visit even more memorable.
The New Forest National Park offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and quaint, historic towns, making it a destination that leaves you yearning for more. We're already looking forward to our next adventure in this enchanting place.
Ivan Bilic — Google review
As always a great place to reconnect with Nature. Popular areas can get busy at weekends/holiday times. Lots of different areas to walk.
Natalie Edwards — Google review
A wonderful place to visit at any time of year. The scenery will always be different according to the season and if you go at quiet times can be very peaceful. I'm normally there early in the morning sometimes just me it seems. As I live quite close I don't use it as a holiday destination, but there are lots of things to do and best start is the visitor centre at Lyndhurst for all the info.
Steve U — Google review
Easy motorway access and then smaller roads. Huge park for outdoor rising cycling. Walking, etc . Lots to see and do. Suggest to preplan a list and route and book accomodation centrally to make the most of the area. Food and drink easily available .
Anne G — Google review
Lovely place. Went down a lane restricted to 40mph and also equipped cattle grids. Amazing scenery and wild horses. Saw some goals also.
I wish the lane was restricted to a lower speed as when I was here, some drivers abused the speed and beeped their horns to shift the horses.
AJC 04 — Google review
This destination is perfect for families with its stunning natural scenery, free-roaming wildlife, and wonderful landscape. It's a true paradise for nature lovers, offering a glimpse into the beauty of the outdoors. Whether you're looking for adventure or just relaxation, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So pack your bags and escape to this breathtaking destination where memories are made and experiences are never forgotten.
Kinga Gurba — Google review
It is a very beautiful area. Lots of birds and an SSSI and nature reserve, too. It's lovely for a walk along the shoreline, although beware that there are mud flats and you can walk suddenly be up to your knees in mud. My dog had a wonderful time there.
Zsuzsa Bella — Google review
The New Forest National Park is one of the most beautiful parts of England I have visited. The vast and varied trees and open plains make every visit unique. Amazing sunrise's and beautiful subsets. With places suitable all year round and for any fitness levels it really has something for everyone. Really looking forward to coming again soon, really puts my area of the country to shame.
Chris B — Google review
Such a lovely part of the UK. Always enjoy visiting the new forest due to the abundance of wildlife. We were lucky to see loads of ponies, donkeys, cows including Highland cattle and pigs during our recent visit. Loads of well maintained free car parks, many with public toilets. Variety of walks but the fact you can simply wander freely means you can explore without seeing another soul. Lovely villages scattered throughout the park. It is a fabulous place to visit and highly recommended.
Susanne Knowles — Google review
Lovely walk, make sure you wear suitable footwear as wet and muddy in place.
Cathy Richards — Google review
Great open areas for walking, there was also ponies grazing. The trees were wonderful spent a lot of time just looking up into the canopy.
Frank Edwards — Google review
This is my happy place. Beautiful place to visit. Please drive carefully. Can get very busy in school holidays though.
Lozza — Google review
Beautiful area of the country to visit. We spent 6 days in Holmsley and travelled around the area. Some really lovely walks and bike rides. It's definitely a place to re-connect with the family etc whilst out walking with nature. Loads of great bits to see and do and a lot of it is free.
Would definitely go again as the whole area is setup for walkers and cyclists.
The Fleet Airarm Museum is a museum dedicated to naval aviation that is located in Somerset. The museum has an extensive collection of Royal Naval aircraft dating back to the early days of aviation.
Came here for a birthday visit and was thoroughly impressed, lots of interactive displays and family activities. Viewing stations located around and all staff are friendly, all with knowledge of planes and equipment and were happy to educate and share their knowledge. Everything followed previous covid and hygiene guidelines. The exhibits are amazing and so interesting. If you are interested in planes or just want to learn I highly recommend this place
Ellie Cairns — Google review
A really good place to visit the aircraft carrier experience is great, and all the displays are awesome. There is even a concorde to look around. Outside has a working airport and we got to see some helicopters taking off from the viewing gallery. Overall a brilliant place to visit.
Chris Arnott — Google review
Having the option to purchase tickets in advance not only speeds things up, but also gives you a little discount. Straight up the stairs and into the gift shop / entrance and showed the tickets on my phone and we were in.
There are a couple of pinch points when trying to navigate your way down. When trying to read some of the detail and you have people barging past was a bit frustrating.
So much to see and read, with the highlight being Concorde. Never would I have thought I would step aboard. Also enjoyed watching the helicopters take off from the airfield. That was a nice touch, although did get busy in there. Nice we can go on some of the aircraft. Really gives you an appreciation of how skilled everyone is to build, maintain and fly these craft from yesteryear to present day.
We were here for over 2 hours and probably will need to visit again as I'm sure we missed something. We didn't really see much in the way of signage, though that could've been us just absorbed in the museum exhibits.
Bit disappointed with the size of cafe, no tables free and there was still a queue to get food, so we had to go without and find somewhere else down the A303 to eat.
Other than that, we enjoyed the visit. Moderately busy for a weekday in September. Plenty of people about if there were any questions that needed answering, but we were happy just going at our own pace.
Mookii — Google review
Great place for all the family. The highlight is obviously being able to walk through Concorde. The hall she is in also holds the key planes that were instrumental in testing the shape, etc, of Concorde. So many historical planes there. Take your family. Keep your tickets as they are valid for 12 months.
Geoff Wakelam — Google review
Perfectly situated next to a Naval Air Base. Just amazing. Felt like a big child on Christmas morning knowing I was coming here purely because they had a Concorde. This place took me so far back through history and the staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I spent easily 2.5 hours here and still think I could have seen a little more. That's me now seen my top three favourite aircraft! 🙌 Bucket list item checked ✔️ I just wish I had my photo taken in between the landing gear of the Concorde, that would have been a good one! So many planes and helicopters to see! There is a cafe inside and a gift/souvenir shop also.
Andrew Glen - Maddison Productions — Google review
This is a fantastic museum for the price (at writing £15 online and it lasts a year). There are a lot of aircraft to see, plus the carrier experience is really good.
The Concorde there is 10 meters shorter than any other, due to needing more windows in the cockpit than that version had. It's also got a leading edge that rolls down, the only concorde to have this as well. Really useful for landing and taking off, but not so useful in flight.
It's changed a lot since I last went there in September 2020. I feel the carrier experience was better back then with take off on one side and a landing on the other side of the carrier deck. I also feel that walking around the island was better before. Though I know why they updated it as it was something you needed to follow around and go through doors when it told you rather than walking round. They have lost the interaction side of it though.
I have knocked a star off as I feel it was better previously. However I know why they did the change, in some respects. It really is not as good as it used to be.
Didn't try the cafe, but it's no longer in a separate building as it was before.
I will say it is one of the better museums I have been, but it was better than this before.
Matt Belcher — Google review
We had an amazing day here! My Sons enjoyed every second of it. There's dressing up stations throughout the museum, which added to their imagination and created some fun whilst taking photos. They loved exploring all the different aircraft! Their favourite part was the carrier experience! The employee's were wonderful! We look forward to returning within the year!
Kirsty Jones — Google review
What a fantastic place!!!!
This is a great museum with loads of aircraft displays and the most awesome replica aircraft carrier deck.
This is a great place to bring the family, especially on a rainy day.
Best of all the tickets last a year so you can come back as many times as you like.
There's lots of interactive stuff for the kids to enjoy.
Recommend!!!!!
Rachel Jones — Google review
Wow what a brilliant museum. Lots of displays and aircraft you can climb aboard on. Visit the runway viewing room and watch helicopters and planes taking off from the airfield. Kids and adults will love this place. Currently you need to book tickets online but check their website out first.
Crash Media UK — Google review
Dropped in on a Saturday afternoon after another visit and thoroughly enjoyed the attraction. There are four halls, all with a variety of airplanes and helicopters which you can get up close to. A few you can go inside which was fascinating.
The highlight for me was hall 3 which was the working carrier. Although it's from the 1070s there was lots to see and I loved the recordings of current serving personnel explaining the intricacies of each section.
There's a café which we didn't go into but looked good and a great gift shop with souvenirs for everyone.
Outside was a children's play area and picnic site which I thought was a nice touch.
jezabel13262 — Google review
Really enjoyed our visit, fascinating exhibits well presented. Learned a lot about the early days of Naval flying and can't fail to be impressed seeing historic aircraft up close. Entry is pretty good value at £40 for a family ticket but be advised that the cafe and gift shop are expensive. Would recommend and may even come back as I believe the tickets are valid for a year.
Family Account — Google review
Really lovely museum. They have a very good collection of naval aircraft. I particularly liked how the museum is set out in such a way that you quite literally walk through the history of British aviation from the beginning all the way to present day. The exhibits are really immersive in the way they are designed. The highlight of my visit was getting to walk through a prototype concord and get up close to the controls. Highly recommended to any aviation enthusiasts.
Shaun Struwig — Google review
Took my son as he's interested in fighter planes. It's very informative, has a wide range of planes and helicopters you can actually go inside and view unlike other museum we have been too. The battle ship deck area is good it gives you an insight into what life is like on them. If you are interested in the navy and planes, I would recommend here.
Erica Smith — Google review
I think this is an overlooked place if I'm honest, I assume most people don't understand what the Fleet Air Arm actually means, but don't let it put you off. There are some real unique aircraft and they are not roped off meaning you can get up really close ad touchy/feels with them. The mock up of aircraft carrier is really cool. Everything from the flight deck to the inside ops rooms etc. I must admit, I learnt a thing or two.
Everything aircraft including helicopters is 5 stars in my opinion, however.....
I think the admission price is a little bit expensive by about £5. Also, the food and drink options are not great and are expensive for what you get. I brought a latte at an over inflated price, the cup was small and you got more froff than coffee.
The site is child/pushchair and wheelchair friendly.
There's also an overpriced, but well stocked shop.
We went on an early spring Sunday and it wasn't to busy.
If it wasn't for the overpricing I would of given it 5 stars.
Handy Manny — Google review
As a family we have been meaning to visit the museum for some time, and I am glad we finally did! What an amazing place, the exhibits are beautifully presented, in a very clean and spacious environment. Lots of interactive bits for the children to get involved in. The cafe was very clean and great service. All staff members were very helpful and made us feel very welcomed. We ran out of time to see the whole museum in a day, but we look forward to coming back again soon! Highly recommend to family's off all ages.
jamie osborn — Google review
The museum opened at 1000, worth buying tickets online as you will save a few pounds, you can also gift aid your purchase.
The exhibits are split into four halls covering the history of the Fleet Air Arm.
The flight deck experience is good , but not all of the effects were working during my visit which was a bit disappointing.
The staff are friendly and helpful and will try to answer any questions you have.
The whole display gives you a great insight into the Fleet Air Arm and the Royal Navy as a whole.
The museum is open until 1630 , it took me until 1530 to cover everything, taking time to read the information available and appreciate everything.
There is a cafe that offers a range of snacks at reasonable prices, and a gift shop sells plenty of gifts and souvenirs.
An enjoyable day out, my ticket allows me to return throughout the year so I will definitely return .
AL N — Google review
Fantastic visit easily spend a good 3 to 4 hours here if not longer. Extraordinary exhibits with plenty to see and interact with. Also a cafe located inside plus a gift shop.
Will Haycock — Google review
Came here couple years ago, amazing museum, full of different aircraft. Full day out, worth the visit. Especially liked the Concorde!
Benjamin Murtagh (Benjamin Murtagh) — Google review
The Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Museum is a fascinating and educational attraction that showcases the history and achievements of British naval aviation.
The museum has four exhibition halls, featuring over 90 aircraft, models, paintings, and artefacts from the past century. You can explore the first British Concorde, the Aircraft Carrier Experience, the Barracuda Live: The Big Rebuild project, and more.
The museum also offers a stunning view of the active airfield of the Royal Navy Air Service Yeovilton, where you can see modern aircraft in action. The Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in aviation, naval history, or technology.
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RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, BA22 8HT, United Kingdom
Old Wardour Castle is a 14th-century fortified residence that offers panoramic views of the Wiltshire countryside. The partially ruined castle is turreted and stands in landscaped grounds by a beautiful lakeside setting. Scenes from the movie "Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves" were filmed here. Visitors can explore the castle's interior and climb its turrets for breathtaking views. The surrounding area also features a grotto and picnic area to enjoy.
Beautiful castle in lovely surroundings! Much more to see than expected lots to discover.
The information panels were very informative and helped to imagine life as it was back then.
Loved the grotto in the grounds and pleased to see a picnic area too. It will be even better when the new visitor centre is open.
Sandie Reid — Google review
A nice ruined castle, with lots of rooms and staircases still accessible. Lots of information boards, and there are audio guides, though these weren't working when we visited. Reasonable but of ground around it, including a more recent banquet hall and a grotto.
Children will enjoy being able to run around outside, and exploring the little rooms and nooks in the castle and grotto.
A quick visit would probably take under an hour, but could probably spend a couple of hours.
Toilets available, as well as hot and cold beverages to purchase, and a shop selling souvenirs.
Victoria Watton — Google review
We visited as a family of 4, two children 9 and 3, both had a great time exploring the castle and going up all the stairs. The castle itself is exquisite. There are some great information points and bits for the children to read and things for them to take part in, like memory games for example. The views from the top were stunning. We visited because it's "Loxley Castle" in the 1991 version of Robin Hood and I always wanted to visit it but we also enjoyed hearing the real history of the place. With a gentle pace and taking it all in we was here a good 2 hours. So it's not a day trip place, but there are some nice places/villages to explore nearby. I think the price of admission online is reasonable considering it's only open during the weekend and the time spent there.
Car park is on a slight slant and it's not huge but plenty of space when we got there.
Toilets were clean but down some stairs.
With the castle and the stairs this is not a site for wheelchair users or people who struggle with their legs.
There is currently no English Heritage information building as it's being built. But there is little information hut and attendant right at the front. The gentleman there was really friendly, and explained the history of the castle to us and dulled it down for the kids so they could also understand.
No food options.
You can also get married here which seems very dreamy!
Lauren Tetsell — Google review
A lovely afternoon spent at Old Wardour Castle ruins. Lots to explore. If you're agile with a head for heights it's possible to climb to the top reach of one of the towers, and take in the amazing views. The castle looks over a lake with several clusters of beautiful lily pads. With a grotto made from fallen castle debris, and the later addition of a banqueting house. Audio and written aids to enlighten the visitor. Car parking. Dog friendly. Ideal for older children to explore, and toddlers to run safely on the lawns.
And 'thank you' to the helpful staff.
SALLY H — Google review
Set in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside near Tisbury a visit to the ruins of Old Wardour Castle is an absolute must . Steeped in history including the English Civil war. The climb up the winding tower steps to the top of the ruins gives you the most stunning views of the lake and surrounding countryside.
For the movie buffs this castle was used as Loxley Castle in Robin Hood Prince of Thieves.
gav perry — Google review
What an amazing 14th century piece of history. The ruins, the lake, the woodlands, the grotto are very picturesque and worth visiting for sure!
Coming close to the castle can be tricky due to very narrow lanes, so watch out for tractors! :)
Car park is free of charge, although an admission fee applies.
From 1st November until 31st of March open only Saturdays and Sundays between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. Last admission is half hour before closing. Christmas time and on 1st of January closed.
There is no cafe on site, so pack up your picnic with you.
Public toilets in working condition on site.
Lots of information boards around to read about history of this place.
Plenty of benches around the castle to sit, relax and take it all in.
Definitely recommend it!
Irina Springate — Google review
A very beautiful part of Wilshire and definitely a recommendation to visit. A little off the beaten track but once you're there you're surrounded by stunning countryside, a beautiful lake, and a historical castle. The grounds and castle are kept in good condition, and lovely public walks around the castle, and into the woods nearby with a less known gate house on your way. Perfect place for a picnic too. Shall be coming back soon.
Jake B — Google review
My first visit and definitely not my last. Such a stunning and tranquil place! Had a fantastic free tour also, given by a member of the English Heritage team. He was so knowledgeable and clearly a passionate historian. Well worth a visit though the narrow lanes to the Castle are a bit of a nightmare if a car comes from the other direction!
Nikki Vosper — Google review
Spent a nice afternoon here at this dog friendly attraction. Road to it is single track but there are passing places on the way. Reasonably priced at £41 for two adults and four concessions including a charitable donation and audio guides. Underfoot it’s pretty good although when you go upstairs it can be a little tricky but worth it for the views of the surrounding area and for the extra info of the castle. Went to walk around the lake with the dogs but sadly you can only walk part of the way as most of it was private land which wa disappointing. Spent about 2 hours here but before you come, check availability as they close for private functions! Worth a visit.
Mr Bukaroo — Google review
Having rejoined English Heritage recently, we have begun working through nearby places. And this was quite the find! Old Wardour is a beautiful old ruin — full of fascination with rooms, corridors, stairs and more to explore. The view from the top is amazing — with the woods and lake nearby. Oh, and there’s good coffee (and snacks!) too in the small shop. Ideal for all ages.
Andy Bannister — Google review
Very narrow roads and free parking right outside the gates if not a busy day. The new Wardour castle can be seen from the top. Boots are useful to walk through the garden, which can be muddy in places.
Pramod Nair — Google review
Hidden gem of a ruin. Well maintained and loads of history. Knowledgeable friendly staff, free parking. Some nice dog walking in surrounding countryside. Easy to find with satnav
Mark Johnson — Google review
Amazing, a hidden gem tucked away in the middle of nowhere. OK, the roads to the sites aren't brilliant and are mainly single track and winding, but when you get to the castle, just wow! Beautiful location really well maintained by English Heritage. The castle is partially ruined but we'll worth a visit. Scenes from the "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" film were shot here too.
Captain Gingerbeard — Google review
Well, what a hidden gem in the middle of nowhere. The roads to get there are extremely narrow, drive slow, and take care, the drive is absolutely worth it. The castle is situated on a stunning location on a small hill above a lake. There are many floors and rooms to explore in this castle. Ran by english heritage who have done a fantastic job taking care of this historic site. Small entrance shop with helpful and friendly staff and a reasonable sized car park.
Steven Moseley — Google review
Loved it, great day out with the family and friends. Has toilet facilities too!
Jevgenia Malkina — Google review
Interesting place to visit. Spent over an hour there. Many people with picnics
Stuart Seale — Google review
Came here on a Saturday afternoon and was really pleasantly surprised. An impressive amount of castle remains and set in lovely surroundings including an impressive lake. There is lots here to explore and lots of different stairways and rooms to be seen and some lovely views from the windows. The children I had with me had a lovely time finding out every bit there was to explore. What's good here is as well as the great castle remains to explore, there is also a fun grotto area built at the left of the grounds after you enter the main entrance with some fun nooks and crannies for the kids to explore. There is a good amount of space on the exterior of the castle to sit and enjoy a picnic or just some quiet time and this leads over towards the gorgeous lake. Following the wall around takes you to a small building that was open when we came which is part of the grounds that looks like a small chapel with some nice windows. Down below this building were the toilets. We followed the perimeter edge a bit further round and came across an old toilet block for the castle which was fun to show the kids how different they were from today's. In all, we spent a good couple of hours here and enjoyed it and would recommend it if you have a bit of time spare.
Jason Lovelock (Jaydemon) — Google review
Lovely spot, views from inside the castle. Worth a walk around and dogs accepted on leads, there are walks outside the castle for off lead too
Sitting atop a 1,000 acre estate in the Cotswolds, Stourhead is a breathtaking mansion from the 1740s. With follies and water features spread throughout its gardens, it's always a good location for a walk. In addition to flowering plants in springtime, look out for ducklings and cygnets on the lake as they start to take to water life.
A National Trust property; an old house with extensive gardens.
The car park is free for members, but otherwise requires payment.
Access within the House is a bit limited; the upper floor is private. In addition, on the day that I visited, there was some conservation work underway, and the servants quarters are closed.
Unfortunately, this one might not be suitable for those with limited mobility. They do provide some mobility scooters, and there is a free shuttle service, but access to the house is up a flight of steps with no ramp.
The grounds can be accessed separately to the house, although NT membership covers both. I would highly recommend a walk around the lake to see the various garden rooms and places of interest. Dogs are welcome, and the paths are well made and clearly laid out.
There are numerous pieces of furniture, paintings and small items that were gifted along with the property. There are even some paintings by well known artists.
The entrance, shop and restaurant are modern and we had quite an enjoyable stop for tea and cake.
All in all, we had a splendid day, and enjoyed our time; I would have liked to have had a little more to explore the gardens in more depth.
Anthony Sutcliffe — Google review
Such an amazing place the house was full of character and showed a real insight into the families life and interests. After the house you visit the gardens and the lake.....wow. I wish I'd taken a book to read down by the water. It is truly beautiful , I will definitely be coming back. Stunning.
Aron Gibson — Google review
Simply stunning landscape. Interesting rooms and displays in the house. Substantial parking, visitor centre, cafe etc
A must if you're in the area and the weather is favourable
Chris Cowan — Google review
Amazing National Trust with plenty to do. The grounds are well kept and the summer of play area was great for the kids. A bonus for us was having medieval recreations which the whole family enjoyed.
Chris Workman — Google review
This is a beautiful National Trust area that includes a house, gardens, and lake. It's not a cheap place to visit (you also have to pay separately to park!), but you can get a whole day out here! There is a cafe and facilities as you enter, but also a kiosk selling drinks near the stables.
In the house the kids can have a sheet of things to spot / look for in each room which certainly kept our youngest busy - the room guides were also more than happy to try and answer some of our random questions.
A nice day out!
Andrew Cartwright — Google review
Lovely peaceful spot for a walk to spend an hour round the lake. Visited here 5 years ago, and wanted to come back again on my way up from Cornwall to visit a friend in Hampshire.
Early November is a great time to go with the changing of the season inyo Autumn 🍁🍁
Great photo opportunities too.
Ben Sullivan — Google review
It is a beautiful and very large place. You need a full day to explore. Very big lake, surrounded by various historical features. House is also very big and beautiful with immense history. Suitable for all age groups as having a facility of shuttle bus and golf cart to roam around. A day well spent. It is not linked directly with public transport, hence approx 40 minutes walk from Gillingham(Dorset) Station or book a taxi. Taxi rank is not available in Gillingham(Dorset) Station.
Sangita Sharma — Google review
Stourhead is a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year. Unfortunately at the moment although it says the house is open it really isn't. There is the entrance hall and another room but you can go no further. If you are disabled the main toilets at the entrance are closed. There are portable toilets but they are up steps. If you are in a wheelchair there is nowhere accessible for the toilet or at the house. I use a stick to walk so did manage a short walk near the lake. You can get help to go to the house or by the lake in a mini bus. A very nice man took me back to the car park. The restaurant is also very slow, enough staff and they are young just not moving very quickly. I'd hate to be there on a busy day. Also no offer of help for disabled people with taking trays to a table. Hopefully when I visit again later in the years, things will be a bit better run and organised.
Lynn Armstrong — Google review
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Stourhead today. It is a truly beautiful National Trust property with extensive grounds that amaze at every turn.. it has some beautiful features in the gardens and lots of fun caves and tunnels and bridges for all ages to enjoy. The house is stunning.. beautifully preserved with lots of history and great story telling from the kind and informative volunteers who clearly love the place. Entry and parking is free for National Trust members and there is an extensive carpark with step free access.. it’s a large site but mostly flat albeit with one or two slopes or optional stepped areas to negotiate. There is a lovely cafe and pub on site and outside seating areas for picnics and a lovely Gallery and second hand bookshop doing great business. It was busy but didn’t feel crowded apart from small queues at the two popular ice cream outlets! There are activities to complete for the kids and plenty of benches for less able. You can easily while away a good few hours there so set aside a day and bring the whole family. A truly lovely NT property.
Beth Polak — Google review
Something for everyone. An attractive house with interesting rooms and objects to look at and knowledgeable volunteers, a delightful walk around a folly-studded lake perimeter with spectacular views, a chocolate-box church and village with gallery and secondhand bookshop , and a restaurant for reviving refreshments. What's not to love?!
Teresa Shakespeare-Smith — Google review
Absolutely stunning place! The view when you first walk into the garden is breathtaking, and like looking at a magnificent painting.
Very peaceful atmosphere with lots of nature to be found.
Lots of walking is involved in order to get the most out of your visit.
Natasha J — Google review
Really great place, but very busy - which is understandable. We brought our own lunch, which was good as it avoided the cafe queues.
Plenty of things to see and lovely walks. Lots of areas to relax and connect with nature.
Steve Bristol — Google review
Absolutely stunning manor house and gardens. £19 for 1 adult is pretty expensive, and there is no concession price but you can spend all day there exploring the grounds.
Staff in the house were all incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.
If we had been smarter we would have brought a picnic and stayed for longer, as food there is very expensive too.
All in all, a beautiful day out 🌞
Teddy Carter — Google review
Beautiful place. A really enjoyable walk with my family. Pub at the end and a cafe for refreshments. Cafe at the beginning also. Just a stunning place.
Lucy Pearce — Google review
We have visited Stourhead on several occasions and did so again on 14032024.
Having arrived before the house was open, we took the opportunity to walk through the landscaped gardens leading to the lake. The gardens are so well cared for, and were beginning to flower, which made the walk in the drizzle very bearable.
Having got to the Lakeside, we walked around the perimeter for the first time, enjoying not only the natural environment but also visiting the grotto and the pantheon.
From the lake, we did a quick tour of the house - which was limited to the ground floor. The library, with its 6000+ books, was a particularly highlight.
Before leaving, we had lunch at the Spread Eagle Inn. The staff were friendly and very helpful and the food was excellent.
This site also boasts a restaurant, gift shop, gallery, and second-hand book shop, all of which are worth popping into.
Another enjoyable visit and we'll no doubt return in future.
(We are National Trust members and admission was free of charge on presentation of our membership cards.)
Mark M — Google review
We have been to Stourhead venue before, we have always liked visiting the lovely estate with it's well maintained gardens, lake, house and grotto.
At Christmas we decided to go to their Christmas lights, it was amazing 😃 we would definitely recommend going, it was well worth it, even though it was raining we enjoyed every minute.
We will definitely be going again.
Tina Walker — Google review
We had a fantastic stroll through the gardens late autumn. The colours were wonderful. Staff were setting up for Christmas, so lots of activity and prep going on which added to the atmosphere of anticipation for the festive season. We had coffee and cake and soaked up the beauty of the historic buildings. We even bought a few Christmas presents. A wonderful day.
Number 51 Interiors — Google review
Absolutely beautiful National Trust grounds. House was only to be seen on the ground floor and so dimly lit, you couldn't see much of the wonderful paintings in there. However, worth going just for the extensive garden. Breathtakingly beautiful.
lily Woolly — Google review
Beautiful National Trust property with impressive grounds and history to match. Highly recommend the property tour to truly understand the design details of the grounds and each building. There are so many 'wow' moments with hidden surprises that reveal themselves in the most unexpected places. The restaurant serves up a wide ranging menu and staff were lovely, areas were kept very clean. Great place for a dog walk too.
Danielle Morgan-Dodd — Google review
An amazing place to visit, the gardens are just simply beautiful. Great walks around the big lake, lots of things to explore. Gardens are dog friendly.
Adam Knauz — Google review
Beautiful place to visit, the gardens are vast and very historical. House had alot of history. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Would go again. Be warned gardens are huge, lots of walking but well worth it. The lake is very picturesque, there is a pub at the one end, well worth a cheeky pint/ coke. Would visit again.
Karen Neale — Google review
House was closed for a couple of weeks (Nov 23) so we just walked around the lake and looked at the other small buildings on the estate. Autumnal colours were a little muted this year but still provided plenty of colour and glorious views over the lake. Well worth a visit but suggest going when the house is open as tickets aren’t cheap. Also you have to pay for parking on top if you’re not a member
Rog Edwards — Google review
It was the stories the guides told which made the visit so good. Stourhead is celebrating 300 years and has several rooms dedicated to the women who have lived there. The good times and the bad. Talk to the guides they have some great stories to tell. That's just the house. The gardens are fantastic, even on a very wet March Friday there was fabulous rhododendron and magnolia flowers. A 4km walk takes you around all the follies, lakes and beautiful flora.
Good tea rooms and of course a well stocked NT shop.
David Warner — Google review
Stourhead is a gem in the National Trust Crown. On this my first visit to Stourhead was for a walk around the grounds and lake at Stourhead. Although a mixed bag of weather sun, drizzle, heavy rain and thunder , hail and finish with glorious late afternoon/ evening sunshine , the walk highlighted the beauty and views of this old estate. The walk around the lake taking in the Grotto , the Gothic cottage , The Pantheon and Palladian Bridge is an absolute must as is the Temple of Apollo. Being National Trust unless a NT member it is £20 to enter the estate for the day but it is worth the money.
gav perry — Google review
Although a very busy day - Easter Sunday - it wasn't an issue as the grounds are so vast. No problems stopping for coffee and lunch breaks as plenty of choices, and we got seated easily. It was a lovely day out.
Amanda Kent-Stallwood — Google review
Beautiful at this time of the year. We took a slow walk around the lakes (1.5hrs) stopping to admire the scenery and take photos, then had lunch in the cafe where there was a good selection of hot & cold food and drinks. Accessible car parking on one level. It's always worth a visit to the shop too, but the historic house was closed as they were preparing for Christmas.
Diane Hargraves — Google review
If you enjoy parkland, views and lakes then you'll love Stourhead. It's a wonderful National Trust property that's beautiful in all seasons but especially so in the Autumn.
There are a number of different paths that you can follow in the valley and I suspect that one can never become bored by the vistas. Still the main path, which is relatively flat and easy, is magnificent.
In terms of logistics there's a good size car park at the top of the hill, where you have a visitor centre. A short walk takes you to the local pub, gift shops and a kiosk for food and drink.
If Stourhead doesn't convince you to become a National Trust member then nowhere will!
Damian Cannon — Google review
We went to Stourhead near Mere. Such a beautiful place with stunning views and woodland walks. The lake area was so tranquil and at this time of year nature's tapestry of colours really showed up the magnificent trees.
The house sits on top and has views across parkland one way and down towards the lake the other way.With kitchen gardens and various outbuildings to explore.
The National Trust manages this incredible site and everywhere is so beautifully kept. We will have to go back to explore even more there and go in the house. Even then we will have to go back to see every season!!
Wear good shoes for walking. Dogs are welcome to the outside areas but not actually in the house. There is a restaurant, café, shop and toilets by the car park. There are further toilets and by the pub where there is hot drinks and ice cream available in the court yard. A gallery and second hand book shop all in the courtyard. A playground for those youngsters who may not have used up all their energy exploring the grounds!!! Also a farm shop in the car park.
Stunning area of outstanding beauty 😁. Take your camera 😉.
Located on a chalk hilltop, Old Sarum is the site of a royal castle from the Norman and Angevin periods, as well as Salisbury's first Romanesque cathedral. Today, it still provides a fascinating window into past civilizations and societies.
An astonishing find steeped in history going back thousands of years, with various people using the site for different things. The enthusiasm of the English Heritage lady there was infectious, and made it even more enjoyable. The views of the surrounding countryside and over Salisbury are incredible, and I'm glad we decided to drop in to see what was there. Thoroughly recommend a visit to see history and great views.
Frank McLeod (BigEffsAdventures) — Google review
The Old Sarum ground ground can be accessed freely on most days. There is a portion of the old castle ruin situated towards the back. Most of the remains of the old Castle ruin lays behind the moat and can be accessed via a wooden bridge currently undergoing some repairs.
English Heritage members have free access but reservation must be made ahead of visit. Non English Heritage members can book a visit or get a ticket via the website.
There is lot of grounds to cover and the view of the surrounding lowland is stunning. Overall, this is a good place to visit either alone or as part of a group. I have now lost count of the number of times I have visited.
Parking costs £3 for Non English Heritage members.
P:S good location to walk dogs, clear ones head and just enjoy a breath of fresh air.
Adewale Atanda — Google review
A nice little ruin to visit, with even better views from the top. It's an english heritage site who do a great job preserving what's left. Nice little souvenir shop with friendly staff and knowledgeable of the surrounding areas. Also has a decent sized car park small charge if your not a member.
Steven Moseley — Google review
Old Sarum is one of the oldest place that you can visit in England. Its been existed since the neolithic period and the history is fascinating. Others, they say that there's nothing to see in the site, just ruins, old rocks and grass. Its not that though, its the history. You have to live in their time. You have to imagine what it looks like back in the day. And its just surreal. Anyway, the site has a gift shop, a coffee machine, and toilets. Parking is £3 i think, and entrance is £6.50 for adults and £3.50 for kids. The fees i think is just fair because Old Sarum is an English Heritage and they have to maintain the place and its surrounding.
I reckon that this place it gonna be really nice in the summer as it has beautiful grounds for picnic, for dogs, and for family. I recommend Old Sarum for those who are into English history. I mean, even my 6 years old son enjoyed the place.
Aice Al — Google review
Great spot, can see for miles on a nice sunny day. Staff were very friendly and informative, went on a Friday afternoon and there were quite a few people there including groups and families but it didn’t feel busy as it’s a big open space with lots of points to explore and read about the history of the site.
Picnic tables available and it’s dog friendly from what I saw, which was nice.
Only slight downside was the driveway up to the car park - very narrow and luckily I didn’t encounter anyone trying to travel the opposite direction as there’s only one or two passing points and it’s a bit of a steep lane way though it isn’t too long, just go slow and be prepared to stop and back up if needed!
Also had a little coffee kiosk and a small shop which had a lot of nice souvenirs from magnets to booze and historically-themed kids toys.
Close to Stonehenge too so a great place to visit as part of a day out in the area.
Levi Miller — Google review
Nice peaceful place, friendly staff, no wait, not too busy.
Kind of place you can go to clear your head with amazing views of Salisbury.
Nice place for little evening walks and meditation.
Mostly open to the public at any time (the green area outside the castle ruins), if you will like to cross the wooden bridge to see the castle ruins, you will have to go during their opening times at a fee.
Free if you have English heritage pass as it an English heritage site. Noticed there was parking fee the last time I visited during opening hours, free outside opening hours.
Funmilola Atanda — Google review
I took the family for the knights tournament on the weekend, great fun lots to do shows , children taking turns jousting with noodles against workers who clearly love there job , archery, and so much more.
The castle was open as well we walked around the castle great to walk and the views of Salisbury are breathtaking highly recommended
nick stevenson — Google review
Went to old Sarum. What a lovely sunny day we had. Really enjoyed our visit. Great place to take the kids. Nice little gift shop too. I do recommend being a heritage member. It is well worth it.
graham masters — Google review
It was a great walk up to Old Saram. Enjoyed Victoria Gardens and a fabulous view from the top. Knowing it was built in 1092 with ruins beneath the ground thousands of years old is just breathtaking.
Terri Lynn — Google review
Great views across to the Cathedral. Very wind swept when we were there. English Heritage staff helpful. There is a car park from the main road just after the short layby by the sports ground. Only the central parts are English Heritage. Children's quiz available.
Roy Sirl — Google review
Worth a visit if only for the view, you can pay for parking and just walk around, additional fee is only to go up to the castle ruins. The staff in the shop/ticket office are lovely especisly the lady (who's name we did not get). She starts her day by litter picking from the main road up to and around the site before working on the Shop/ticket office all day and was so friendly and informative. We went back the day after and spent £230 in the shop!
Gareth Williams — Google review
Fascinating bit of history with amazing views all around. And if you come between April and October the fields of yellow buttercups are intense. The views are free, but the site costs money.
Tim P — Google review
Took 2 of the grandchildren to the knights tournament. They absolutely loved it . What a great day out for all ages . Fun and educational .
Well done to all the staff, knights & squires for putting on a great show.
Been here before and well worth a visit just for all the history and stunning views over Salisbury.
Peter Hough — Google review
This is a great ruin to visit with some fantastic views. The site is very well looked after, perfect if you are taking lunch or a picnic. Lots to get the children imagination going. There were plenty of gifts and treata in the shop and the staff were really friendly.
You will have to pay for parking if you aren't going into the ruin but this is covered/free if you pay to get in or have an English heritage membership, you just need to give your Reg to the people in the shop.
Toilets were decent.
James Marchant — Google review
Easy to take X4 from Salisbury center to here. I bought site tickets online. The gentleman at the gate was very nice to briefly tell us about the site history and warned us about the coming rain. We spent about 30 minutes there. Due to the rain, we did not walk around it from outside. We saw many local people walking their dogs. Ancient and Now, all join together. It is worth a stop here if you are in Salisbury.
Wenjun Du — Google review
Visited on a weekday, on a cold day so it was pretty empty. Beautiful views, but really strong winds when you step out over the edge. I was really fascinated by the stones it was built from. There is a small car park with toilets and a gift shop up in the castle. I would highly recommend visiting The Salisbury Cathedral afterwards.
Madara Vilks — Google review
Well preserved site spanning 5000 years of history. Well kept, informative, plenty of walking area, great views down to Salisbury and the cathedral. Great preservation and presentation job from English Heritage
Simon Wilcock — Google review
It was exciting to enter into a world I had previously experienced on the pages of books. It's a walk into history. The landscape is beautiful and one could create a plethora of images of a time past.
Namse Udosen — Google review
Fascinating place visited on a very windy rather grey day. Very wet under foot. I do recommend coming in better weather if you can. But still interesting. The scale of the prehistoric structure is amazing. Friendly English Heritage staff, toilets and carpark.
IM Holmes — Google review
Nice place for a walk while you go back in time & see what's left of the castle & learning about the history.
If you are planning to visit this place I would definitely say there are much better places as it does cost a fair amount when travelling to multiple historical sites.
If you have the English Heritage membership then do visit! Make sure you have your wellies as it can be quite muddy after the rain.
Raif & Vy — Google review
Very cold and windy in January. But worth a visit and a good walk.
Knowledgeable helpfull staff. Great views.
Then head down into Salisbury for lunch or dinner
Stuart Piper — Google review
A must see, never been to a castle with a moat. Although most of the castle fell, the original foundations are there. Powerful energies here
Christine Gold — Google review
History in the living! The fact that the foundation of this place still exists about 1000 years later is absolutely incredible. The Roman empire, King Alfred and the Vikings. This place just has incredible vibes. Up at the top of the hill and has amazing views of the surrounding area.
James Bigler-Damian — Google review
Ancient hill fort overlooking Salisbury plain with evidence of human habitation dating back over 5000 years. Site of the original Salisbury cathedral from 1082 to 1220 and the remains of a royal castle founded by William the conqueror.
The Longleat Wildlife Park is a safari park and drive through wildlife park in Wiltshire, England. The park has a number of different animal exhibits including an exhibit featuring African elephants, lions, gorillas, bears and more. There is also an Elizabethan house on site which can be toured.
Love, love, love this attraction!! Highly recommended!
This was amazing! It was so much better than I expected. Leave a good 2hrs for the safari alone. Loads of animals, we got some amazing pictures, we bought the guide book which I would recommend doing if you are driving around yourselves.
The park is huge and loads of shops and places to eat. We went before Christmas where they had the light shows and the light arches, cold but worth it! They even had snow for the kids. Leave a whole day to visit here, you will really need it.
Great for adults and kids alike! X
Alison Rennie — Google review
Great day out. The Safari can take a little time to get around with stopping at gates but it's understandable why. They've no longer got the Bat Cave which I was a major disappointment for myself as a lover of bats.
The staff on the boat, Lady Bath, were very friendly and entertaining.
Rhys Williams — Google review
Had a great day. The jungle cruise was great, loved the koalas and birds. Enjoyed the inflatables too. The safari was brilliant. We had a good show from the lion enclosure 😸
Claire Budd — Google review
My partner and I visit at least once a year and this year was our first time seeing the balloon festival in the summer which was absolutely surreal! Loved it. We also did the ant eater experience which was just amazing. There is also an opportunity to feed birds within the park (no booking needed) which is really cute and I became particularly attached to one with a broken beak. We did the festival of lights last year which was a really nice winter attraction that we'd love to do again this year!
Kirsty Dawson — Google review
Exceeded my expectations!! Excellent family say out. Loved interactive element eg boat trip to feed sea lions & feeding parakeets. We went for festival of lights which was impressive!! We will have to go again as so much to see & do. Great places to eat & grab snacks/lunch etc too. Highly recommend.
Lisa Murphy — Google review
The place is humongous and has really good arrangements for watching wildlife closely. They have tried giving a very good and open habitat to most of the animals.
Some of the animals looks very well trained as to how to behave with humans.
Longleat hose and amazement pack is also a very huge place to visit. Loved each and every part of the trip. Don't miss the boat and train ride it's a very good experience. Carry your own food if you don't prefer to eat team the cafe before your safari.
The washrooms are well maintained.
Start as early as possible as the queue is very long to enter the safari park.
Try the maze it's super fun 😊
Maya Pillai — Google review
Longleat, what can I say. This is a beautiful place and a fantastic day out for the family, there's lots today and may not do it all in one trip. I would recommend getting there when the park opens as you can walk the grounds and do the zoo plus rides ect.. then go to your time slot for the Safari. Plenty of places to eat with lots of picnic benches. Lots of fun to have here and if you are thinking about going do it, you won't regret it.
matthew west — Google review
Not many animals as expected. Still safari good. Peaceful place to drive through. Kids enjoyed. Maze is really good. We got lost in it for sometime 😃. There is a castle play area which is good. Splash pool is available. We went on hot air balloon event which is awesome. Some fireworks in the air. And music band is really good. My kid danced well for that music. A good place.
Hari Priya — Google review
Absolutely fabulous time. We started with the safari drive as our 4 year old insisted! Wasn't too busy although was on a school day. We stopped at the African Village to see the animals there. There was a big queue to feed the giraffes so we didn't stay for that and drove round. Monkeys are particularly playful and mischievous so if you are precious about your car then do not enter. We saw every animal on the drive and really recommend the app as we checked off all the animals but also got to hear lots of information. We paid an extra £1.50 for deer food and we enjoyed feeding them from the car. Plenty of parking and not too far to walk even for those with little legs. We walked around Jungle Kingdom and then onto the Jungle Cruise. Very lucky to see so many gorillas out - we also paid £1.50 to feed the sea lions some fish. Again, I don't think we missed any animals on the walks round either. We managed to get another drive round done at the end. We avoided the monkeys this time and whole drive took just 50 mins that time. A fantastic day out. Highly recommend it! We've had to watch Animal Park again since being home!
Nikki Bushell — Google review
The whole experience was amazing. We had a lovely time. Everything was well presented and very clean. We didn't manage to get around everything, so we will definitely return.
Natalie Brown — Google review
Great place to take the family! The kids loved feeding the giraffes & walking through the bird enclosure. Driving through the safari was great but be aware the monkeys will steal bits off your car if they can 🤣 you can skip the monkeys but they are great fun!
All in all longleat is a great day out
Neil hughes — Google review
Visited the last week of the summer school holidays and it was busier than our previous few visits. We are annual members and try to get there 4 or 5 times a year.
We plan our visit to take in as much as possible and ensure we get to see different areas each time. With the kids, it is important to do this due to queues in the safari/food/toilets!
We were treated to seeing far more of the animals this visit than previously (see a small selection of photos).
Our only suggestion is to increase the variety of food. There was a street food hut near the main picnic area that served vegetarian food. The service was fast and the food quality was good. Without the little cabins the pizza offering was very busy. A 20 minute wait is too long for young children and can eat into your day out.
Bring snacks, drinks and sweets to keep you going while walking around/queuing.
Definitely worth visiting for the entire day.
Kathryn Murray — Google review
One of the best safari parks in the UK, spent a couple of days here. Plenty to do and see with most things included in the entrance price. The house tour costs extra but well worth doing as the guides are knowledgeable and entertaining and the groups are small.
Tony Williams — Google review
A great place for young kids and animal lovers. Would recommend morning slots as the animals are much active then. Also try visiting the park during the feeding time for the big cats which we were told is on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The place is huge so it's better to reach early to cover all the things rather than rushing. It has everything to keep your whole day occupied and more. Overall it's a money well spent.
Vishwas Kubavat — Google review
What an amazing day! It was not busy and we got to see everything the park had to offer. The animals were active, and so entertaining. Lovely clean environment that they are staying in, plenty of space. The monkeys had babies hanging off them all over the place which didn't stop them climbing all over the vehicles - I even forgave them for stealing my windscreen washer off my car!
Emma Christian — Google review
A day that never disappoints, normally we visit for the Christmas lights, but this year we thought we would add an extra “warm” visit and we were not disappointed. Great for the whole family however I went with our parents in law, chose to use our car, thus no monkeys! I would recommend using someone else’s vehicle or the garage courtesy car to enjoy this part of the trail!
Ben Small — Google review
The best day out for all ages. I cannot express how amazing it is to visit Longleat Safari. I used to go often when I was little and this year decided I wanted to go back. Wow, it really didn’t disappoint. The animals are just incredible and so well looked after. I was really lucky and was able to feed the giraffes, it was an experience I will never forget. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and all the staff are so helpful and friendly! This is a perfect day out for kids or couples, even in large groups. 10/10 recommend this trip to anyone.
Della — Google review
Brilliant atmosphere today. Staff very committed and welcoming in safari. Finally after many years I was able to see air balloons festival. Amazing display and night glow steel the show. 🎈 display were awesome.
Ammar Niazi — Google review
But less at the actual zoo part of things than expected but still not a reason not to go. The Safari drive through was brilliant, we went through the monkey enclosure(which you can bypass if worried about vehicle damage) and we came out only losing a blind spot mirror and three aerial sheath lol. Easy recommendation to visit lived it all but thinking summer is probably a better time to go
Reverentwolf M — Google review
Apart from the overpriced cost of an entry ticket, we did have an amazing day! The safari drive was so good. We loved the monkeys jumping on our car. They behaved too and didn't pull anything off.
The lions were very impressive, and the Rhinos too.
You can drive around the safari area as many times as you like so you can get to see your favourites lots!
The food queues were insane. We were so thankful we took a packed lunch, and we only had to queue for an ice cream.
We went when the "sky safari" was on so the park closed at 8.30pm, we stayed till 8pm. It was fantastic!
Top tip.... Don't forget to fill up your car with petrol/diesel. We got caught short, but we were able to leave the park to fill up and return, showing our receipt.
Lisa Brown — Google review
Fun day out at Longleat. Little proxy but the light show was very good, and got to see a few animals also.
Some bits around park looking a bit tired.
Went for a tour of the house which was interesting, and the guide was very good.
Andy Lettis — Google review
Have watched the program over the last couple years and have been wanting to go since I stumbled across it. Had the BEST day! Through the safari park I was so excited and giddy like a little kid. Seeing all the animals across the park was such an enjoyment and I loved every minute. Going round the house was incredible and the tour guide was fantastic getting everyone involved making it fun. The tour guide had such a passion and respect for the history of the house and park. If I lived closer I would definitely go all the time. The ticket prices seemed quite steep but actually I personally think the safari is worth that alone. A big well done to the staff as well, especially the women behind the till in one of the gift shops who had to listen to a customer complaining saying it didn't live up to what they've seen on TV....I quite frankly disagree. I liked how I knew the animals names through the show so when I visited it felt more personal. I loved the opportunities of feeding the animals e.g. Sea lions and deer. If you visit the boat tour is a must as you get to see the gorillas and feed the sea lions. Everyone who went took part in the maze, even though it was a bit damp and muddy, we all had such a good time and raced to the middle (we're all adults by the way). The only thing I can think of to improve would be more immersive sounds instead of only reading information on the animals. 100% worth the money and I can't wait to visit again in the future.
Sophie Thompson — Google review
Fantastic family day out, we all thoroughly enjoyed this. The animals were fairly easy to see. They seemed to be kept well and looked healthy. Park was kept clean and tidy. Wasn't too busy when we went, so no big ques. Shops have a variety of gifts. Food was a reasonable price, and there was a variety of places to eat. Tickets to enter are on the higher side, but I would say it's definitely worth it. Will be coming back again in the future.
Sarah Bloyce — Google review
Our guide Nicky, gave us the most incredible VIP otter experience! She was so knowledgeable and open to questions. She really did make our day and i could not recommend her enough! We had pizza and donuts whilst there which were incredibly delicious and the hands on experience throughout the park was exceptional..
Abi Durban — Google review
Awesome experience, the safari is the real deal. I've always dreamt of an experience as this and they made it a reality. The boat ride was wonderful, just wished it was longer as well as the train ride need to be longer and have things to see or do whilst on it. Can you imagine driving pass lionsin the open? It's intriguing. Staff was wonderful, courteous, kind, respectful and pleasant. Hats off to management for choosing these workers. Great job to the owner for this experience.
Kerrian Adair — Google review
At the beginning of the year we’ve decided to visit longleat for the first time. They had their lights event on for Christmas and we were amazed. It’s a very memorable experience and we will definitely be back for the next one at the end of the year.
My daughter is a part time wheelchair user due to her conditions and was glad that there were plenty of disabled parking bays as the extra space helps getting the wheelchair in and out. They also offer free carers ticket, since I am my daughters carer too I got in for free. The zoo was very wheelchair and buggy friendly.
We will definitely visit again but next time we will bring our battery packs with us to charge our phones as both my partners and my phone died taking so many pictures we didn’t get pictures of everything.
Lei Hang — Google review
We went for the annual Christmas New Year Light show (4th time) which was well up to standard.
Despite the onset of torrential rain in the afternoon we did the safari drive earlier in the day and had some great up close and personal encounters as the animals were generally less sleepy than when the weather is sunny...or so it seemed 😉
Stonehenge is an ancient stone circle in Wiltshire, England that is best seen as a bus day trip from London. It is possible to do it via public transit (train plus shuttle), by car, or via a private transfer.
The most iconic view in the middle of grasslands where the people made something very outstanding thing for the generations to believe in the stone-era. The Stonehenge was the perfect day trip where you can know how it was made that stones in well shaped without help any architecture instruments to move them. The must visit places in English land where you have to wear gloves if you want to take nice photos and one more jacket if you have not luck with wind.
Prithvi Rajput — Google review
Going to such an iconic landmark on a long weekend, in the middle of the school holidays isn’t for the faint-hearted. But we were determined to give it a shot, having been turned away from the Roman Baths in Bath because they were too busy!
Yes, there massive crowds, but still ample parking. The shuttle bus from visitors’ centre to the stones was efficient, and we didn’t have to wait long. I had heard a lot of complaints that you have to admire from a distance, but it’s a great idea!!! From a heritage point of view, people shouldn’t be allowed to climb over the stones. But from a tourist point of view it’s fantastic! If you want to take some photos it is so easy to do so without a heap of other tourists in the way. I loved it! As always, it asks more questions than it answers!
The gift shop was a pleasant surprise. There is a lot of the usual cheap and cheerful stuff, but also some more special mementos. None of which were ridiculous it expensive.
Kitty Kat — Google review
A take back to 5000 years. A must watch place in UK.. World heritage site. A pleasant view and travel back to history. If you are an English heritage or National trust member, access to this place is free. Start from the exhibition centre to know about the history and you can take the free bus from the exhibition centre to the stones. I personally loved the experience. If you are interested in the history, this is a fantastic experience for you.
Muthu Velayutham — Google review
What can you say other than this is an absolutely breathtaking site. Upon arrival there are nice facilities to grab lunch and use the restroom. That is a nice perk when you're traveling with small children like we were.
Kimberly Klinge — Google review
We booked a half day tour with Day Tours London that included a ride in an AC bus from London to Stonehenge and back. 100% recommend this UNESCO world heritage site. It's been on my bucket list for a decade and finally got to see it up close. Best to go reach early around 9am and be one of the first ones at the site if you want to take pictures. It starts getting crowded very quickly. There's a car and coach parking near the visitor's centre and then their own shuttle bus takes you to the Stonehenge site. About a 5 min ride from the visitor's centre to Stonehenge. You can check out the visitor's centre and exhibition later on your way back. There's also an a self guided audio tour through their app. It's quite informative. The stones themselves are a definite marvel to look at. The landscape is beautiful. Totally worth the ride and cost.
Some cool souvenirs in the tourist center, but the cost can be prohibitive. The exhibition is about Stonehenge and fills in some more historical details about the people that built the Stonehenge and what it may have looked like and how it evolved over the past five thousand years.
We were also lucky to catch a Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson enactment right outside the visitor's center by actors from Time Will Tell acting company. Brilliant performance about the mystery of the Stonehenge!
A M — Google review
Great bit of history to visit, the walk from the visitor centre is a nice easy saunter down a straight road for 20 minutes. No need to pay for tickets to see it, but if you buy the tickets you can get closer and take the bus there - I didn't buy the ticket.
Possibly needs better signposting for the fact you can actually walk straight through without buying anything.
Charles Brooke-Taylor — Google review
The visitor centre was lovely. All the staff were nice. And it was good that you could take a bus up to the stones. I’d definitely recommend buying tickets beforehand though. Cheaper if you buy online and you don’t have to wait in line that long. Also make sure you scroll down to the last bit of the email and download the app, it comes with a guided audio tour. Somehow we were the only people doing that however. It would be nice if they advertised that a little more on site. And I have to say some signs which direction you’re supposed to walk would have been helpful. About 80% of the people walked around the wrong way. Since a majority of the world is used to driving on the right side, you also get used to everything else being the right way around and not the left.
Coming early is also recommended, if you want pictures without other tourist on them.
We even saw Gertrude! She’s a great bustard that comes for a few weeks every year to hang around the stones and then goes back to France.
Maria-Claudia Hoppe — Google review
Most of the time Stonehenge is too crowded to fully enjoy the site, and it was the same last time I took my family there. I'm glad that this time my bf invited me for a ride around the facilities, in the evening, where the traffic is much calmer. We could admire this unique stone formation from a distance, while also enjoying some of the gravel byways nearby ☺️
Anita Walkowska — Google review
A tip in advance. Come after 2 p.m., then the rush of visitors decreases significantly. When we came back around 3 p.m., we didn't even have to queue for the shuttle, and the ticket counters were empty.
So, now to the topic. There is something mystical about it. It is without a doubt something special. I said many years ago that I had to see Stonehenge, and I have never regretted it.
Thank goodness we have Historical Heritage Membership. Firstly, the car park doesn't cost a fee, the entrance is free and you don't have to queue for hours at the ticket office. The single entrances are really expensive.
Nevertheless, you can't miss such an important site.
There are also many other things to discover around the visitor centre. Currently, in July 2022, there is a small excavation site for children.
Marcus Schuler — Google review
It's actually pretty cool. Yes, there are a lot of tourists and the entry fee seems very steep (26 GBP!) and apart from on the Summer Solstice, you can't get very close, but I still enjoyed the visit.
Brett Whiteside — Google review
Awe inspiring monument to visit, the stones are spectacular. You just have tons of other tourists to deal with, walking up there instead of the bus is a good way to go. The inevitable souvenir shop selling tacky 'Neolithic' things does cheapen the experience.
Karl Harris — Google review
Mesmerising place to visit. I was awestruck even though I’ve seen plenty of other stone circles around in UK. The stone sizes are massive. You are not allowed to go into the circle. There is a rope which keeps the visitors a good distance away from the stones and the circle for good reasons. Would definitely recommend and might visit again.
Rithvik Reddy — Google review
A must visit place in the UK. Most famous tourist attraction and the heritage site in England. Entry is free for the English heritage members. Others can buy their tickets at the entrance counters. The site is little far from the entrance counters. They are providing a bus service to go to the stones area. It is included in the entry fee. Parking is available and it is free for everyone. Toilets and the restaurant are at the entrance. No washrooms in the site. Even you can walk without using the buses. It’s like 10-15 minutes walk.
Due to the wind it’s bit cold at anytime, so make sure you have jackets on your hands. Nice environment. But since it is the most iconic place it is always crowded. You can buy tickets online and it will save your time as no need to wait in the queues to get tickets.
Natalia Krasnikova — Google review
We went there on a Sunday after seeing Bath. We got the tickets from their website on the same morning that included bus trip till the stones as well as some places in Salisbury as well. It was a pleasant journey and there was no wait time when we reached around 12 PM. It was very peaceful even though there were many tourists.
Shivangi Sharma — Google review
Great time spent. We went during February half term and there were activities for the children to try. My children really enjoyed these.
Good quality food served in the cafe.
My son really enjoyed the shuttle bus, these were very frequent.
Was not so busy we could not get an uninterrupted photo of the stones.
Emma — Google review
Experiencing Stonehenge at sunrise is truly enchanting, as the ancient stones bask in the gentle glow of dawn, casting a spell of mystery and wonder. Choosing the free path, rather than the paid one, offers a serene journey, away from the hustle and bustle, allowing for a deeper, more personal connection with this historic monument and its natural surroundings.
Ali Javed — Google review
A visit to Stonehenge is truly marvelous. Finally seeing it in person is a memorable experience. Despite the crowds on a long weekend, everything is impressively well managed. The clean toilets and the cafeteria offering tasty warm quick bites, soups, and hot drinks add to the comfort. With ample seating areas, it's a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal.
The shuttle ride to the stones is really amazing specially for those who can’t walk.
Else it’s a 30 mins walk one way to stones from the parking lot.
We booked a day tour from get your guide to avoid hassle, which has ticket included.
Recommend booking tickets in advance if visiting on your own due to long queues.
Overall, I highly recommend visiting; it's a fantastic experience.
Sneha S — Google review
We arrived at 7pm, and parked down a gravel track just off the main road and walked up to the stones on the public footpath. Lovely views at sunset, had a chat with the security guard on duty, family photos taken and a hasty retreat to the car from the bitterly cold wind.
Joanne Fenner — Google review
We arrived on a coach bus(coming from our cruise) as Stonehenge was opening. There was no traffic going there and barely anyone in the parking lots. The facilities were beautiful and blended well into the landscape. Arriving at opening on a weekday, the ticket line had no more than 10 groups waiting. The cafe was a wonderful surprise with great food and coffee options. The gift shop has a great selection of all things Stonehenge.
You can either walk to Stonehenge or take the bus from the ticket center. Super quick and easy ride. We arrived and there was a ton of opportunity to take a picture without a lot of people around.
We did see cars parked along a road and you can walk the dirt path, but you won’t be able to get as close or read any of the information provided as you walk around.
You can also see the Stonehenge from the road. There was a lot of traffic when we were leaving around 12pm.
Overall, it was a great experience. I recommend going at opening and leaving before the crowds start.
Phon Macy — Google review
This is definitely a tourist destination and they want to make sure they are capturing all the visitors they can. They create the parking lot and visitor center a bus ride away from the actual monument. You can walk, which is about 20 minutes and is recommended on a nice day. Enjoyed the videos in tourist center. Glad it was part of National Trust. Recommend getting the pass if you are in the UK for any length of time. Worth the investment.
Jim Baudino — Google review
This has been a lifetime in the waiting. This visit ranks up there amount the best. I went to the Great Pyramids two years ago and now Stonehenge. I was surprised how far you had to travel to get there. It was raining off and on but it did ruin the experience. Even if you don't like history please if you are in the United Kingdom travel to this amazing wonder. There is so much to see and do here. It is not just a pile of rocks. It is our past and our present and our future all rolled in to one experience. England is a beautiful country and should not be missed.
Timothy Wert — Google review
arrived at Stonehenge via a tour with Evan Evans tour service. we arrived about 10 am which is a great time. later the crowds are outrageous. your dropped of in the coach lot. then a few minute walk to the shuttle stop waiting time was about 15 minutes. the buses are cramed full, so if you are assistance required make the loader aware so you can get a seat. then a 20 minute ride to the site. upon arrival you'll be amazed at the history and mystical lore of the circle. although many theories are available here. I'm not convinced anyone really knows the true purpose of this site. awesome photo opportunity. had a limited time, so we made our way back. The shuttle waiting time was considerably longer so plan accordingly. we arrived back at the gift shop and canteen grabbed some knickknacks and a drink. then back to the coach. excellent site perfect place for the entire family.
Thomas Huston — Google review
Great history behind Stonehenge and is definitely worth the hype and popularity. You will need to buy a ticket or the membership which is the English Heritage yearly pass to get up and close to the monument.
There are 2 ways of getting to Stonehenge from the ticket building/carpark.
1. Take the bus which is included with the ticket.
2. You can walk there in about 20mins.
We took the 20min walk there and took the bus back. There are a couple of things to do after you have seen Stonehenge, back at the ticket area. Walk around and see the possible houses the worker lived in when they were constructing Stonehenge. You can also visit the Stonehenge exhibition, filled with it’s history.
Make sure to check the opening and closing times before heading out. Waterproof shoes would be good for a wet day and a thick coat. There are footpaths, so it doesn’t get too muddy at all.
Entry to Stonehenge closes at 3pm although the place closes at 5pm. We visited in December at around 2:30 and it was perfect for sunset photos!!
Raif & Vy — Google review
We had a majestic journey
My recent visit to Stonehenge was nothing short of awe-inspiring. As I approached the ancient monument, the sheer magnitude and mystery of the standing stones left me captivated. The atmosphere was charged with a sense of history, and the well-preserved site offered a glimpse into the ingenuity of our ancestors.
The visitor center provided a comprehensive introduction to Stonehenge's significance, combining informative exhibits with cutting-edge technology. The audio guide was a valuable companion, offering detailed insights into the history, construction, and possible purposes of this iconic landmark.
Walking around the stone circle, I marveled at the precision with which these massive stones were arranged, pondering the age-old questions that surround Stonehenge's origins. The preservation efforts and the ability to get up close to the stones added to the overall experience, allowing for a personal connection with this archaeological wonder.
The surrounding landscape, with its vast plains and distant horizons, enhanced the magical aura of Stonehenge. Visiting during different times of the day offered unique perspectives, each casting a different spell on the ancient site.
In conclusion, Stonehenge is a must-visit for history enthusiasts, offering a profound journey through time in a setting that resonates with mystery and grandeur. My visit was an unforgettable exploration of a timeless masterpiece, leaving me with a deep appreciation for the marvels of human achievement. B
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D K — Google review
This was a unique experience, we had to walk up to the site or take a bus provided by the facilities there..endless land that was scenic. The stones are magnificent to behold. Persons were at a safe distance and it had a good influx of persons for the summer. The cafeteria had a variety of things to choose from and it's a great outing
cafian allen — Google review
Much better than I thought it would be. Had an aura about the site.
You can either take the bus to the stones, or walk. Walking takes about 30 mins and you have great views of the surrounding land or the bus which takes a couple of minutes.
Good cafe and facilities in the visitor centre. I went at 1400 on a Saturday and it was very busy.
Buy tickets in advance if you can, it saves you so much time in queues.
Ryan Hobbs — Google review
We loved visiting Stonehenge, first time for my child and he loved it. Especially the village and example stone to pull. We were also lucky enough to take part in the Lego activity, which was very fun and loved seeing the finished thing on social media after.
The shuttle bus was a great idea for people who can't walk that far. We will probably book again for the special time going in and up to the rocks.
Katherine Moloney — Google review
Visited this historical landmark recently, and what an experience it was. The ambiance takes you back in time, making you feel a part of its rich and intriguing history. The stone structures are impressive, with their size and how they are careful organized. The surrounding greenery adds a layer of peace to the whole place. Despite the crowd, the information provided was detailed and helpful. Perfect place for history buffs and nature lovers. The view at sunrise is especially breath-taking.
Md Soleyman — Google review
Love the view! Well at the end of the day yeah it’s a bunch of rocks but the history behind and around it is quite fascinating. They have a visitor center with a museum, cafe and a souvenir shop as well. It’s a whole experience! They have Shuttle buses from the visitor center to the location of the Stonehenge which is included in the entrance ticket.
If you’re like me, your experience will depend on the weather, so try your best to make sure to visit there on a sunny day!
Milan Tharaka — Google review
I visited 12/29/23:
A must place to visit! History before your eyes! It’s fascinating to see how people lived back then! And the engineering they did to place those stones is amazing! If you do plan on going, plan on driving about two hours- if you’re coming from London. Once there, you will see the ticket office. Then you will proceed to their museum. They have a replica of a village they lived in (Very Impressive). Please keep in mind, the stones are far from the visiting center but they do provide buses or if you like you can walk their trail, so please wear good shoes. You can’t touch the stones, it’s been roped off so don’t plan on it. I hear that you can do a private tour that will allow you to walk around the stones but I didn’t see it. They do have a cafeteria that serves good food and snacks and they also have restroom facilities. If you are still undecided— the stones are sinking so you may never get a second chance to see them— go and check them out!
Sabino -Sal- Chavez — Google review
Thanks to English Heritage we got in for free but felt the entrance fee to be great value as so much history to see with plenty of information We caught the courtesy bus to the site as a long walk. Buses were running non stop so no waiting time. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there
Sue Hunt — Google review
If you can walk to the stones instead of taking the bus, I recommend it. It's a nice walk, and on the way back you can go through the area nearby to see ancient burial mounds.
Andrea — Google review
Lovely place full of culture and history. Do not get disappointed is a long trip for a short stay at the grounds. This place only has Stonehenge and a side museum. Is very difficult to reach by local transport. Better if you drive or take a tour. They have a restaurant, coffee shop, souvenir shop, you can’t drive to the stones you must take the local bus however you can walk 30 mins approximately. Is better but tickets in advance
Ljubica Banic — Google review
Definitely worth the trip. There's something about visiting something so mysterious that has stood the test of time, yet we still don't know what it is or what it was used for. Great energy here.
brian The one and only — Google review
What a nice day exploring ancient England . The ticket is quite pricey but we enjoyed the visit and took lots of lovely pictures. The museum is certainly a must visit as it provides valuable information about the history of the magical place . Avoid the gifts shops is very expensive
The Roman Baths are a complex of baths, a temple and a museum in the city of Bath, England. The baths were built around 75 BC by the Romans and remain one of the most famous tourist attractions in the city. The hot springs that fed the baths still flow today and are said to have healing properties. There is also a restaurant called Pump Room on site.
What an amazing experience we had in this astonishing place! It is magnificent!!
I was totally impressed for the beauty of this complex and the truth is that I did not feel like leaving.
You may visit this amazing monument for only £17.50 including the self-guided dispositive in many languages to understand each area. At the end of the tour, you can also drink the springs hot water, and believe me, it is really worth it!
I highly recommend you to book your time online.
Maria E Fernandez — Google review
A historical wonder and testament to the ingenuity of the ancient Romans, the Roman Baths are an absolute must for anyone interested in history, architecture or simply looking for a unique and immersive experience. On my recent visit, I was mesmerized by the grandeur and timeless beauty of this remarkable structure.
When I entered the Roman Baths, I was immediately struck by their imposing presence. The massive stone columns and intricate carvings showcased the mastery of Roman craftsmanship and transported me to a bygone era. The attention to detail in every aspect of the architecture was truly astounding. From the imposing entrance hall to the intricate mosaic floors, it was clear that no expense had been spared in creating a truly opulent swimming pool.
Exploring the different parts of the Roman Baths was like stepping into a living history book. The highlight, the Great Baths, with its colossal pool of warm, mineral-rich water, was a sight not to be seen. The idea of Romans enjoying a quiet bath, engaging in discussions and social gatherings made me appreciate the importance of this common space in their culture.
?imon Dost?lek — Google review
The self guided tour was nice to follow along so be sure to purchase that option. Although you could figure things out by reading the placards, the info given in the audio is a much richer experience. But it is amazing to see the old bath ruins and the artifacts uncovered. The educational component is palatable for students and nonstudents. There were a lot of people so be sure to give yourself a few hours to leisurely move through the tour.
Jennifer Mary — Google review
Went with my 10yr old daughter.
Such a wealth of information and all delivered in a way that's accessible to all ages!
Love the different audio options for adults and kids.
Absolutely stunning displays and such a wonderful experience to imagine what the Romans would have seen when this was at its height!
Tasting the water direct from the spring was great and it's not a flavour you would expect!
Peter Brown — Google review
I had an amazing time exploring the Roman Baths in Bath city. This historic site is a true gem. The well-preserved ruins, stunning architecture, and informative exhibits took me back in time. The ambiance was captivating, and the audio guide provided fascinating insights. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. A must-visit for history enthusiasts and anyone looking for a unique experience in Bath!
Anitha Keerthiraj — Google review
Great experience! It was a long tour but worth it! We really enjoyed learning about the history of the bath house. You get a hand held device to help guide you through. There are places to sit occasionally because it is a long tour. There is a gift shop at the end and lots of places to shop. A great tour through history! Thank you, Roman Baths!
PA Pursley — Google review
Amazing. At first, we were a bit put back at the cost of entry. However, the venue is well worth it. There are so many things to see. A labyrinth to explore. Hand-held device tour, so free to explore at your own pace. Areas had films of Roman citizens who brought each area to life. For example, Roman Gym. There were real life "Roman citizens" that you could talk to. I asked about the pipes "of the day" and was shocked at the answer. Colourful, historical, interesting, informative, well planned.....well worth a visit. Oh...and weekdays are cheaper than weekends.
Kay Hulcoop — Google review
AMAZING historical place to visit! I will say that the tickets are not cheap, £28 for one adult on a weekend, but I definitely found that it was worth it. we spent hours here looking at everything and learning about Roman history, and especially liked the different choices of voices for the audio guide (i recommend following along with character options even if you're not a child, it's just more fun haha).
Lirio Hardy — Google review
The history is great and it's a lovely set of ruins. The audio guides are very useful and available in many languages.
Unfortunately it's horrendously over crowded in some parts, to the degree that I would not feel safe if there was an emergency.
My review would be higher if not for this. We were there for maybe an hour and a half and found it fascinating.
It's easy to get to in the centre of Bath which itself is a lovely city for a visit.
Entrance price was over £20 per person so factor this in when you weigh up if it's worth it.
Chris Stretton — Google review
Firstly this is an amazing piece of history which was great to see. It’s got the Roman baths to see and a small museum of artifacts and things found. There’s part of a Roman road there which is so well preserved and remarkably lower then our street level today. All the things here were just incredible and I loved being around history of 2000 years in age. It was just too busy to enjoy it as much as you would had it been quieter. I think that the numbers need to be limited because you can’t see things because of people in the way or you’ve got to wait ages to get a turn. It’s also ridiculously priced at £25 a person! Whilst I appreciate the importance of this place, the price doesn’t need to be that high. Would i recommend this place, well if you like history yes but be prepared for masses of people and an empty wallet. I’d give the artifacts inside five stars but the two stars are for the rip off prices.
Caroline B — Google review
A good historical place with lots to see, learn, understand and explore. The audio commentary provided by the ear set was awesome. It's a bit pricy, but" yes" to maintain the standards of the museum it's required.
I have personally fallen in love with the city of Bath. Such a magnificent architectural marvel. A very well planned and designed city. One should spend at least 2 whole days exploring the city. Its so nice to see the buildings preserved in its original state. The eateries are just awesome.
If anyone is visiting UK as a tourist then I would definitely recommend they should spend some quality at Bath.
Siddhant Mathew — Google review
One of the best places to ancient bath and hot water procedure from old ages and they have their way to do the spa which is currently counted in one of the most relaxing things. Apart from that the bath town is very famous for circus building and the half moon shaped building called crescent. It was great day to visit the great spa of England.
Prithvi Rajput — Google review
This heritage represents the old history of Bath and connection with Roman Empire. There was not only a pool but also a lot of information about the building and related history. The pathway was excellently designed. We found everything exciting. The staff were friendly and supportive. We enjoyed there very much.
Teki Chan — Google review
Buy tickets online and then use your email on the entry. You have a book a time slot.
Use the free audio guide which is brilliant, on every part of the walk around you enter a number and someone tells you all about the subject.
Highly recommended to anyone visiting bath
Shane B — Google review
Great place to visit and it was a lot bigger than I expected. Audio guides were free to walk round with, and you could choose to listen to the adult or kids version of the tour! There's also info on the walls so you don't have to use the audio guides all the time. I only used them part of the time. It's interesting to walk around.
It's a bit pricy at £18 each but it's a lot better than summer prices!
Donna W — Google review
My second visit to the Baths and I would absolutely come back again and again.
Reasonably priced and so much history, the free audio tour is excellent, and you can listen to as much or as little as you want.
Not particularly crowded when we went at Half 10 on a Sunday and we spent about 2 and a half hours there.
The water tasted like drinking a mouthful of pennies but with 43 minerals, it's probably quite good for you 👍
Elizabeth Robertson — Google review
Very well laid out and very informative. A lot of work to maintain obviously. A bit warm and smelly underground but to be expected. Very busy even during winter. Good commentary on self- listening tour. I couldn't bring myself to taste the water but would have loved to experience a cleansing massage and a soak in the healing waters if it were at all possible, but I totally understand why you can't.
Liesl Knott — Google review
It's well worth a visit, although the entry tickets are a bit on the expensive side. The Roman Baths is a UNESCO World Heritage site that demonstrates rituals in Roman times, immersing them in the opulent bathing rituals of antiquity. The well-preserved remains, including the Great Bath, is well preserved while interactive exhibits and audio guides provide informative insights into Roman life. The museum showcases an impressive collection of artifacts, from sculptures to ancient coins, in the 3 levels accessible through the tour. It is a must-visit, although crowds can be a bit distracting especially since we visited on the bank holiday weekend.
Sanka Illangakoon — Google review
I spent just under three hours in this beautiful museum. I recommend you take the audio guide as it makes it more interesting and informative. There is a one way traffic system which is preferred and you must wear your masks. The Roman Baths are so beautiful and picture-worthy. You could see and feel the warmth from the water and while you walk through the museum, you will feel like you're taken back in time. I 100% recommend booking a visit. Be prepared to spend money in the amazing souvenir store!
Zoe Tammadge — Google review
This is in a great location in the centre and east to find. Reasonably priced, we spent about 2 hours here the morning after an overnight stop in Bath before catching the train home. Very interesting history and educational displays throughout in a well planned route through the baths. Definitely worth a visit.
Paul Cobb — Google review
What an amazing place. To think that all this history has been preserved so well. So much to see and there is even a children's activities area whilst you are going around. It is was a little crowded in some parts. Well worth the visit and the audio comentaty is very informative.
L L — Google review
Wonderfully restored Roman Bath house. This was left here for more than a few centuries until they restored, to the extent they could, it for today's visitors. The tour through the Bath is well organized and the self-guided feature was good. One really gets a sense of this Bath when Romans were here.
Christopher Nee — Google review
The price to the museum was around £20. You need to book in advance. Come 5 mins earlier than your slot opens. The museum is quite big and worth the money. They have audio guides with 5 or 6 different languages which is quite convenient. I went to the museum on a weekday, it was not really busy.
Definitely recommend it as one of the best historical places in Bath.
Anastasia Vavilova — Google review
Loved the experience! This is the oldest historic place I've been so far. Amazing architecture. We got an audio device for the explanation of each part of Romans bath. One should definitely experience this. We get to taste the hot spring water at the end, which is even more amazing.
Toilets are available (well maintained).
This place does not have a car park, we parked our car 10 mins away close to Jane Austin centre but cheaper options are available at car park spaces.
Gayathri Niharika — Google review
Had a great experience, visited the museum at twelve o’clock and finished the whole experience around two hours later.
At the entrance we were given these phones full of interesting stories about each section the museum which made the whole experience better.
Towards the end you get to have a cup of the bath spring water which tastes funny but has ten times the minerals of any water bottle sold in supermarkets.
Thomas Wood — Google review
Unbelievable piece of history in the centre of Bath.
It took me 3 hours to get around and I could have taken longer. An audio tour is included in the price, this tells one everything you need to know, also included are extras about the archeology & some observations by Bill Bryson.
Best fact of the day, the baths may be 2000 years old but the water fell as rain 10,000 years ago!
Rob Duhig — Google review
I wasn’t sure if I was going to do this as it was £21.50 entrance, but I am so glad I did! It’s super informative, there’s self controlled audio guides for every attraction, and overall beautiful! They’ve built sections up around the ruins, and you can taste the water at the end too.
It was so much more than I was expecting, 3 floors down of things to see! There’s an attached restaurant and gift shop too.
Karla van Rensburg — Google review
Absolutely fantastic experience. We'll worth the money! The audio tour was interesting and informative. The museum exhibit was far more extensive than expected, and of course the baths themselves! Absolutely beautiful, and the idea that you're walking in the footsteps of people thousands of years ago 😀 2 warnings... 1st, Google says to allow 1 1/2 to 2 hours. If you want to make the most of the audio tour and the exhibits I'd allow at least 2 1/2 Hours. ( you really get your money's worth! ) 2nd, as other reviews say..... the water really does taste nasty 🤣
David parry — Google review
What interesting history. There is so much information in here one could spend hours reading all the details of the artifacts the excavation has found. I found the inscribed lead tablets particularly interesting, both the prayers and the curses. The history of the place is so dense its easy to see how someone could spend a lifetime studying in even a small area like this. Definitely worth a visit. I also really liked the holographic presentations in the rooms that help visualize what life could have been like in the various rooms of the baths.
Nick Combs — Google review
We picked up the free audio guide and could listen to whatever we wanted by punching in the number. I don’t normally care for audio guides, but I did find some spiels engaging enough for my philistine brain. The layout of the museum was thoughtful and kept your interest. Overall, this is a must-do if you’re visiting Bath for the first time, or even if your last visit was some years ago.
Nicole Chu — Google review
The city of Bath is included in the UNESCO list. The Roman Baths (Bath) are a well-preserved bathhouse in Bath, Somerset, England.
Unique architectural monument, interactive museum, audio guide is included in the ticket price.
There are many archaeological finds from Roman times. What was most striking was the gilded head of Minerva. It’s incredible that the water is warm and you can see how it bubbles from the inside!
We were there on Monday and there were a lot of tourists!
It was educational!
I recommend! 🥰
Снежана Цветик — Google review
Really wish that I am a history lover so that I can enjoy this place more. Nevertheless, it's a good experience coming here. One of the must-visit place at least once if you're coming to Bath.
They provide an audio guide for the tour. The main attraction was the hot spring and spa. It was literally hot! You'll learn about some informative things and there's a lot to see. Took about 1.5 hours to finish the tour so take that into account if you're gonna visit here. You can buy the ticket in advance through their website. Overall, it was a lovely experience.
Nadzim Zamri — Google review
Excellent attraction and very informative with a lot to see. There is a lot more to see inside than you would imagine looking from the outside.
I booked a ticket for 10 am when it opened on a week day in January, so it was not busy, so it allowed plenty of time and space to look around. I think during the summer tourist season it gets very busy.
Staff are friendly and helpful.
Lovely attraction and very interesting 😊
Stuart Johnson — Google review
Must visit attraction for everyone, no matter if you’re a history buff or not. The state of conservation is astonishing, the place is gorgeous and the audio tour really interesting. I recommend visiting near the closing hours, because the natural light gives a different vibe — super immersive. Allocate about 1 hour, hour and a half for your visit. I can’t recommend this place enough
The Bath Abbey is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, and one of the most popular tourist attractions in this captivating city. With its breathtaking stained glass windows, grand entrance and intricate fan vaulting, it is almost impossible to take it all in in a single viewing. Services are ongoing throughout the week so please check opening times before you visit.
Bath Abby is situated near the train station so you can go by walking. Bath city is very beautiful. It will be very convenient if you take the hop on hop off buses. It can be covered in one day. Just note down the closing time of roman bath and Abby. I just love this city. So beautiful ❤️❤️
Rinki Prasad — Google review
Really nice abbey - size of a typical cathedral and easy to find in the centre of Bath.
Suggested £5 donation, but entry is officially free. You don't actually have to pay.
In the style of most of the cathedrals in this country, it's surprisingly light and airy inside. Lovely decorations and stained glass windows.
Outside in the public square, there's always some musician playing some nice music.
Overall, definitely worth visiting!
Ninh Ly — Google review
Amazing, beautiful in the inside. Spectacular history and great welcoming environment within. We did the tower tour, 100% worth it. The history of the bells and the clock is fascinating. The views from atop the tower is incredible, best view in bath.
Dominic Savage — Google review
A beautiful abbey. Steeped in so much history. Wheelchair friendly. There is a lift down to the exhibition so everyone can enjoy this lovely place.
Mark Purcell — Google review
I did the tower tour. Our guide Edd was very knowledgeable. Listening to the history was amazing. The climbed up wasn't to bad in different levels.
Well worth the climbed just to see the view.
Carl — Google review
We took the tower guide WOW well worth the extra money. Summer and Toby were our guides .. could not praise them enough. Summer should be on TV she is such an asset to the Abbey her knowledge and enthusiasm for the Abbey and its history shine through. They both helped my 8yr old daughter to the top all 212 steps. Would highly recommend if your in Bath
Val Rossi — Google review
Bath Abbey is located near the train station and the bus stop of Odd Dawn park & ride. There was few graduation ceremonies happening while we were there so the place was closed. But it’s still a magnificent architecture and a sight to behold.
Anita Rosaleh — Google review
A beautiful, mystical place. Bath Abbey looks impressive from the outside, but I highly recommend a tour of the interior and a trip to the tower. Very professional guides who tell you many interesting things about the history and workings of the Abbey. It all adds up to an unforgettable memory.
Mariusz Urba?ski — Google review
Absolutely stunning well worth a visit, easy to find a couple of minutes walk from the train station. Admission charge Adults £6.50 but well worth it. Staff are helpful polite and informative, it has a nice gift shop a little over priced. stunning well worth a visit, easy to find a couple of minutes walk from the train station. Admission charge Adults £6.50 but well worth it. Staff are helpful polite and informative, it has a nice gift shop a little over priced.
Christine Robinson — Google review
Beautiful place with big history. I like the fact that there is always something going on the place is alive there are some events and they make you feel welcomed.
005lenka — Google review
What a gorgeous site! Could’ve spent hours reading every single stone. Loved the information available in the museum section - was really fascinating to read up on its history and contextualise the changes over the years. Thought it was exceptionally incredible how the floors were removed to use thermal waters to assist with under floor heating. Making history sustainable!
Gillian Rumsey — Google review
Would highly recommend the Tower Tour, and if you are lucky enough Ed will be your tour guide. Highly knowledgeable and approachable! Amazing tour guide and didn't rush us around. Had time to take in the sights and history, and get pictures up the top of the tower. Definitely worth £10 per person!
Abigail Gillett — Google review
Amazing place to visit...essential if you are in Bath. The place is full of history from the incriptions in the floor up to the tales of unique curved the roof.
It is also an example of sutainable heating technologies were old and new is mixed. You will find also thr fun side with the monk and nun costums in the lower floor.
The volunteer guides are also very friendly, available and full of knoledge.
I firmly recomend to visit this place. We took only the standard tour..not the terrace...so maybe we loose some more interesting bits.
Roberto Ferraris — Google review
Bath Abbey stands as an awe-inspiring testament to remarkable artistry and exquisite architecture. Situated adjacent to the Roman Baths, this iconic structure beckons visitors with its grandeur. Access to the Abbey is granted during specific timings, accompanied by a nominal entry fee of 5 Pounds.
Inside the Abbey, one can delve into a profound and lucid explanation of the genesis of human existence through the Adam and Eve narrative. The vivid depiction offers a deeper understanding of the origins of humanity, capturing a pivotal moment in the history of belief and culture.
One particularly fascinating facet of Bath Abbey lies in its innovative approach to sustainability. The foundation of the Abbey has been meticulously reconstructed, incorporating ingenious coils beneath it. These coils harness the geothermal energy derived from the Roman Baths' Hot Spring, effectively warming the Abbey. Consequently, this groundbreaking initiative leads to a remarkable reduction of over 50% in carbon emissions, aligning the Abbey with modern environmental consciousness.
Undoubtedly, a visit to Bath would be incomplete without exploring the marvels of Bath Abbey. Its amalgamation of architectural grandeur, spiritual resonance, and environmental responsibility creates an enriching experience that transcends time and captivates the senses.
Nithin Katta — Google review
Very nice cathedral. Worth to visit.
Small fee to enter.
There is a tower that can be visited but tickets get sold quickly for the tower.
If you just want the abbey it's ok just to walk in any time.
The abbey itself is lovely, better to go when it is sunny so you can see all the windows displaying all the majestic scenes.
Javier Alvarez — Google review
We went to watch an Incredible performance of Viennese opera few days ago. The Cathedral is absolutely astonishing. Lots of history there. I highly recommend this place to be visited in summer time as well!
NORA SHOPOVA — Google review
Took the Tower Tour and had the lovely Eleanor as a guide. She was really friendly, gave us superb tour, and gave us great recommendations for things to do around Bath.
Sandra Miko — Google review
Really cool Abbey with neat architectural features. I'm guessing it's better with the tour as there is little to no information posted otherwise.
Carolina Margaria — Google review
£7.5 ticket price for adult and free for infant. I find it to be good, but not mind blowing. It’s quite small so you will spend maximum 30minutes unless you read every single thing.
Recommended if you have time but I don’t think it’s a must-do activity.
Diana R — Google review
A beautiful building with a rich history. Make sure to hold on to your ticket! After the main part of the church it’s a one way gate to the shop, but if you want to go downstairs to learn the history of the site you’ll need to present your ticket again.
Amanda Bankey — Google review
Beautiful building, well worth the small entrance fee.
Pretty big with a long history. Can easily spend over an hour here as so much to see.
Tim Husain — Google review
Great experience! Absolutely stunning! We signed up for the tour (including clock tower). Our guide was amazing & gave of lots of insights - it was very interesting (and trust me, I usually get bored easily). We climbed all the way up onto the roof - the view is FANTASTIC! Best view over Bath for sure! If you opt for the last slot in autumn, you get a sunset option! We were in love!
P.S. you can also see inside the baths!
Island Hopper — Google review
Did both the floor tour and the tower tour. Both very enjoyable. Tower has 212 steps that get tighter towards the top. Good workout getting up! You get to see the clock, bells and the Bath skyline. Well worth the effort!
Pete808 — Google review
Gorgeous!! 80% of the walls are windows! Beautiful stained glass, telling stories from the Bible. The floors and walls are detailed, and there are informative boards inside too.
Pulteney Bridge is a famous bridge in the city of Bath, Somerset, England. It spans the River Avon and is lined with shops on both sides. The bridge is significant because it was one of the first bridges on Earth to have this feature and it remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in Bath today. The best time to take photos of the bridge is at sunset, when the surrounding buildings are brightly illuminated and the leaves fall gently into the river below.
I really like this bridge I like the design and having the shops on both sides across the bridge If you didn't know you wouldn't know you was crossing a bridge.
I like how you go in a shop and when you look out the window you see the river passing right below and during the summer the tour boats passing below.
A really nice place to visit when visiting bath.
Katie Thayer — Google review
Beautiful place. There is really nice cafe on the bridge where can you have a coffee and a delicious cake and enjoy the view to the river. Park around is great for a walk, so you can see the bridge from different angles.
Ma?gorzata Dr??kiewicz — Google review
Really nice bridge and architecture. Makes for a great photo. If you wish to get the best angle you can visit the small garden next to the bridge which is £2 per adult to enter.
Khenh Ichikawa Do — Google review
Lovely bridge and architecture. There's also a lovely garden situated next to bridge costing £2 for entry. You could spend some time relaxing here just people watching etc. Plenty of shops and restaurants nearby.
Sayeeda — Google review
As I was delivering something to Bath I thought I'd have a walk to pulteney Bridge.
Yes there is alot of history with in the area and if I had more time I would of found out about all of it. Still a beautiful place to visit. All buildings in Bath are tall but there is probably a good reason why they were built so tall.
Just down from where I have taken this photo there is a park area so you can have a picnic or just chill out on a bench or the grass on a nice sunny day.
Chris Clarke — Google review
Beautiful walk and the views are stunning! There are some boats parked along the canal too. I can only imagine how beautiful it must be in the summer. There are benches so you can sit opposite the river!
Vivi — Google review
A sight to behold😊 it was so so beautiful and fascinating for me 😍
Myself and my girlfriend went on a sight seeing trip to bath, would recommend this trip for anyone. Bath is a very beautiful city, lots of amazing views.
It was very easy to navigate places/locations. Every view was worth it. 😍😍
Elmah Emmanuel .U. — Google review
Such a beautiful and wonderful place. Not only about the bridge but the buildings around it, the churches around it, all historical buildings are at its beauty. Loved the place and didn't wanted to leave. The place is like taking you to some other part of the world which is extremely diffrent from what we see every day. Its like watching a classic cult after we deal with the regulars. No words to explain. This place is worth the visit highly recommended. Admirable place and constructions. There are so many places and buildings you can see around walking distance. This place will never disappoint you.
Saneesh Stephen — Google review
A beautiful part of Bath, nice views over the weir, which was in full flow after the rains. Lovely to see how some bridges in cities looked with buildings on them.
Brian Cottrell — Google review
What a view!! If you walk over the bridge there is a foot path that leads down to the rivers edge, it’s not obvious but it’s on the right hand side leading to a few restaurants, definitely worth the visit.
Janice Furey — Google review
Pretty cool place to see in Bath. Unusual waterfalls in the river that looks cool lit up. Nice place to come and ponder and look at. Worth a visit to see it.
Tom Ford — Google review
Beautiful bridge in Bath. Fabulous water flows infront. So relaxing to spend some time. If you are visiting Bath do not miss this.
Gihan Gamage — Google review
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I'll never travel to Bath without this trip planner again
Caen Hill Locks is a remarkable rural canal attraction that comprises of 29 locks, built in 1810. The expansive waterside path and the delightful café at the top make it an excellent destination for tourists. This British engineering masterpiece is run by committed volunteers who do a fantastic job. The car park prices are reasonable at just three pounds per day, and the café offers inexpensive but delicious ice creams along with other refreshments.
Great place to visit and walk, I came here with family and it was just lovely way to spend an afternoon. The view is beautiful and the locks are very intriguing. There’s a nice cafe (with toilet- always useful) too for a welcome drink.
Alex Goodwill — Google review
We are so very lucky to have these wonderful examples of humankind's determination to better their environment in order to make money! Largely because when they found an easier way to make money humankind said s+d this, I'm off on the M4 in a dirty great wagon! And if it hadn't been for a certain bunch of great (not for profit) humans, who actually gave their time and pretty much everything else to painstakingly restore the abandoned lock flight at Caen Hill, we wouldn't have them today. So here's to them. This was a wonderful day out, wandering the towpath, up and down the flight then into Devizes for a not so hard-earned pint (just the one officer) and the cost? £3 to park all day. A bargain in anyone's brass. See it to believe it!
Dick McBill — Google review
Fantastic place, the volunteers are amazing and do a great job. They were only too happy to let our boys lend a hand at progressing a boat through the system. The little cafe is nice, priced well and has a good selection of ice creams. The car park is priced well at just £3 a day. A true feat of British engineering.
Legendary Adventures — Google review
Visited the lock today and had a great time. The children learned so much and were even able to help work the locks for a few barges passing through. There were plenty of volunteers about helping maintain the locks and assisting some of the waterway users who needed it.
The walk up isn't very steep at all so very manageable for all ages.
We will look to visit again.
James Marchant — Google review
Spectacular! Popular with the narrow boats, despite really being hard work. A scenic spot to visit, and the cafe near the top serves a welcome cup of your favourite hot beverage. Perfect when the weather isn't great.
Richard Sharp — Google review
What a lovely place to visit..
Been here quite a few times now and it's a very enjoyable day out for all of the family.
Lots of walking, wildlife and a great experience helping the families on the Barges to get through all of the 49 locks.
Sarah Pictor — Google review
Very cool place but muddy! So bring your Wellington boots. Lovely to see lots of dogs being walked around & I hear there is a nice pub at the top
Natalie Warriner — Google review
Absolutely brilliant place if huge engineering projects are your thing, very knowledgeable and helpful volunteer passing on years of experience so thanks for that. Great value coffee shop, excellent coffee and cakes ( also friendly staff). £3 all day car park, not sure why that's anything other than good value nowadays, so to sum up, really enjoyed the visit, highly recommend.
Leigh Cooney — Google review
Amazing and unique place!
We had a walk up and down the locks, help boaters to climb up the locks and had picnic. Really enjoyed our afternoon!
Volunteer was amazing! Very welcoming and answered all questions we had :)
Lina Cesnakaitiene — Google review
Great walk, gets busy after 10.30 am. Great cafe, very good menu, soups, cake, pasties, ice creams, cream teas, hot chocolate etc..toilets available, lots of inside and outside seating. Their bins obviously just for them, not dogs. Lack of dog poop bins a problem. None in car park (main one at top to pay for)few near bottom smaller are free. Did find one (bin)which someone kindly signposted, opposite cafe, off path. Saw swans and a heron. 2nd visit in 2 weeks, last visit saw 3 canal boats tackling the locks, looked tiring and took a long time for a few locks only. Great views. Youngish woods to walk in too, picnic benches. Worth a visit or two though. 👍
rebecca cullum — Google review
Interesting walk alongside the canal and this unusually long run of locks. There were a number of barges negotiating it when we visited. The path is shared by walkers and cyclists and can get rather puddly when it's just rained.
There is car parking nearby at Wharf car park (only a short walk away). There is a cafe at the start of the locks (Caen Hill Cafe).
Adam Sewell — Google review
Stunning engineering that still operates today.
Free to visit, just a nominal charge for the car park (one price for all day so do make the most of it).
There's a café for snacks and drinks.
But the main event is the series of locks. Fascinating to see a narrow boat go through the locks.
Quite remarkable 😎👍👍👍
Mark Poley — Google review
A lovely location for a walk or to do some fishing maybe.
The Royal Crescent in Bath offers a picturesque setting with its massive green lawns and historic architecture. It is featured in the popular series Bridgerton, capturing the elegance of the era. Visitors can leisurely explore the city, taking in iconic sights like the Roman Baths and Prior Park. The row of 30 terraced houses built between 1767 and 1774 showcases remarkable Georgian architecture, with No.1 Royal Crescent now serving as a museum for visitors to experience its grandeur firsthand.
Iconic location if you visit Bath. A crescent of 5 storey townhouses in the beautiful local stone. Stunning views across the city and local park. The houses are privately owned and there’s no public parking available but it’s pleasant to wander around the crescent to see how the other half live.
gojuryu512 — Google review
I’m sure very beautiful in the summer, but I was there in Winter. Architecture’s amazing, worth driving / walking through when sunny. I think it’s peoples houses though, so I feel it’s controversial to promote this location as if I were living there I wouldn’t want floods of tourists visiting my front yard looking into my house.
Thomas Higgs — Google review
Lovely place for a picnic. Maybe not on the day of unis and colleges graduation.
A bit crowded today because of the obvious reason (look above).
Beautiful view, nice and quiet, sometimes calm disturbed by overflying planes on the way to Bristol Airport
Marcin Galadyk — Google review
Lovely green open space and stunning architecture. We walked from the city centre and encountered a mild incline to reach this location—nothing too challenging. We passed through The Circus as well, which offered a similar aesthetic.
Nicole Chu — Google review
This place is absolutely amazing, with a large space and crescent shaped buildings surrounding the ground. People playing with dogs in park. Some casual strollers and some admiring the beauty of this place. Its quite and peaceful.
Farhan Biswas — Google review
A space of marvel and royalty. The beauty of the structure, including the shape and vastness is something to behold. Having a large grassy open space in the front is thoughtful and magical. We really enjoyed lounging in the grass and soaking up the feel and energy of Bath. It’s a beautiful spot to meet friends, go for a walk, or set up a picnic.
flOriDan Venture — Google review
Simply beautiful. Had always wanted to visit here after seeing photos so many times, and I was not disappointed. Bigger in real life than I thought, but just as pretty. Well worth a walk up the hill to see this if you're in the area.
Ella S — Google review
Lovely park to do your walk, especially if you have a well behaved friendly dog (as there are lots and is petty to have it on a leash) or kids. We haven't visited the museum as was not interested but maybe is worth it if you are there.
George WGC — Google review
Beautiful park. A great building that is a crescent. Nice!
Cheng-Choon Si — Google review
We enjoyed being able to view this Georgian house. Although there was a video playing in each room, we would have liked more information on the actual people who had lived at the property rather than this play type video.
The lady at the entrance kept flicking her fringe, which distracted from the information she was trying to convey.
Kay Stobbart — Google review
What a beautiful park! There are plenty of activities going on. Just check the information boards to see what’s happening on that day. We saw the local orchestra performing old a new classics. Definitely five stars.
Gonzalo Calvo — Google review
The city of Bath is huge. This area is a tourist spot as well. The people love the green pasture. You can visit this area with your loved ones and your furry friends.
The buildings here are expensive since they go up in millions for sale.
Behind The Cresent is another park.
You are basically spoilt for choice. The roads are narrow but that's all you can do with small spaces.
Rapperliftsbars — Google review
Really a brilliant place. Historical place. It was very mesmerizing. On the way to get there itself is pretty historic with all the buildings from Georgian Era.
Tamil Selvan — Google review
Feel the architectural beauty and nature around this place. Open lush green ground and park, plenty of parking near by, toilets are there and gorgeous bath views from some streets. This place is amazing to spend time with family and kids.
Ankit Goel — Google review
Spent my time with friends at the park. Such a great memory to have
Hilmaki Sugito — Google review
Remember this spot from Bridgerton series??? I definately do! A lovely park in front of the Royal Crescent to chill with your friends and enjoy a sunny day with amazing view!!!!
Lila Manioudaki — Google review
Very beautiful and photogenic. The lawns and parks in the hand are green and enjoyable.
kentarieeenu 3rd — Google review
Stunning piece of architecture located in an absolutely beautiful part of Bath, a bit away from the downtown area.... Worth a wander up....
Raymond Burke — Google review
One of the best examples of Georgian Architecture in England and one of the best spots of Bath.
The walk to reach this space is worth it as the view is simply stunning.
Francesco Marchini — Google review
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At No. 1 Royal Crescent, you can explore life in the 18th century through period furnishings and home decor as well as film and sound. There is also a kids trail to help young ones learn about life in Georgian times.
Lovely museum. Great interactive content and really shows a slice of Georgian life. The kitchen was my favorite part. Love the self-guide aspect, allowing you to walk through at your own pace. Great museum and worth the walk up the hill, especially if you want a nice view of the Royal Crescent.
C. K. — Google review
This museum was a good surprise. We were greeted by a member of the staff who was speaking French like us which was nice. She explained us things very well and it was interesting. Then we wandered by ourselves in the museum which was very pleasant. The house is beautiful and is a must see in the city. I also liked the view from the top of the house. I definitely recommend visiting it if you like old houses and are interested to see how was life in the area before.
Melanie Mengüs — Google review
Beautifully presented museum, which brought to life a typical Regency family that would have lived there. You learn about their lives as you walk from room to room. I can see why they have won so many visitor attraction awards, well worth a visit if you're interested in Regency life.
Wendy Duncan — Google review
Visited here for the first time yesterday and it was a lovely experience. All the rooms were decorated for Christmas.
On entry the lady was very helpful and explained about the fun questionnaire and the ‘finding the mice’ activity for my granddaughter, which she thoroughly enjoyed.
I particularly loved the servants kitchen and dining room which were underneath the house. Stairs were not the easiest with a child but we managed.
Tickets are a bit pricey for the length of time you spend there though.
Debbie Mansell — Google review
Very well preserved. The culture and way of living are well preserved. Must visit place when visiting Bath.
Shravan Kumar — Google review
Really interesting museum, clever story unraveling through the rooms.
Really bothers me there is no explanation for the electric generator and the Leyden jar!!! :)
マウリツィオ(Maz) — Google review
Well appointed rooms with audio and visual story telling in most rooms, which was very engaging. A great peak into the lives of an upper class Georgian family.
There is an app that provides additional information, although WiFi was inconsistent throughout the house. A small sign or poster outside each room would have served the same purpose.
The storyline of the fictional family used throughout the rooms is interesting, but felt a bit incomplete. To find out each character's ending, you have to utilize a touch screen in the last room. As there was only one touch screen, this created a queue just to hear the ending. Again posters or print outs throughout the room or even having the information in the app would have been better.
Carolina Margaria — Google review
Absolutely amazing museum, showing the reality of life in the 1800-1900s, excellent use of technology for the exhibits, which was unobtrusive and not tacky. I really recommend visiting this if you are in bath :) tickets were 11 pound per adult and we were lucky to get a walk in slot.
Nicolle Drakou — Google review
Oh how the rich lived,what an amazing house and in great settings.
You can listen through audio and visual pictures.
It didn't take too long on the tour of the house.
Did think it was a little pricey to enter, around £14 pound each.
Still glad we did it and got some lovely photos.
Lisa Paternoster — Google review
This interactive museum is the part of Royal Cresent where you can connect to life of people in 18 st. Breakfast room, bedrooms and stories of family members who really lived here on obe season in Bath. Highly recommended . Adult ticket is 15, open from 10 to 17
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If you're looking for an immersive and fascinating glimpse into Georgian life in Bath, look no further than the Museum NO1 Royal Crescent. This gem of a museum offers a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and influential residents of Bath in the 18th century, and is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, architecture, or design.
The museum is located in one of Bath's most iconic and historic buildings, the Royal Crescent. As you step inside, you're transported back in time to an era of grandeur and opulence. The museum's exhibits are expertly curated and offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the residents of the Royal Crescent, including their fashion, furnishings, and social customs.
The attention to detail in the museum is truly remarkable. From the beautifully restored Georgian interiors to the knowledgeable and friendly staff, every aspect of the museum is designed to transport you back in time and give you a true sense of what life was like in this fascinating period.
But what really sets the Museum NO1 Royal Crescent apart is the experience it offers. Visitors are encouraged to explore the exhibits at their own pace, and the interactive displays and hands-on activities make it easy to engage with the history and learn something new.
Overall, the Museum NO1 Royal Crescent is a truly exceptional destination that should not be missed. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for a unique and immersive experience, this museum offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Edouard Manoilov — Google review
We loved how the fictional inhabitants were leading us through the house. It was very interesting to hear about the former reality of Bath's rich people and their staff. Everything was beautifully decorated and well-kept. We really enjoyed our visit!
Luisa Schwöbel — Google review
Managed to buy tickets on the door which are limited. The rooms are beautifully re-created and there is immersive story of a georgian family which plays in each room, however there is no other information on furnishings or about the room which I felt there should be. I had a lovely visit however I felt the museum could benefit from a cafe as it currently doesn't have one.
Lisa Croker — Google review
Interesting to see how the Georgians lived and how the upper classes viewed their lives. House is beautifully restored.
Warren Heath — Google review
Amazing house to visit, loads to see, lots of information in each room explaining the role they would have had in the families life.
susan addison — Google review
8/4/23
It’s a very interesting museum with period interiors and contents. To truly make you feel like you have stepped into the Georgian days of Bath, each room as speakers playing voices of the residents that lived there going through life in the house in that period. The one slight letdown is that it is a bit pricey.
William Pettifer — Google review
Such an amazing place to visit, we had very good time and was lovely to see how people use to live in Bath in the past.
Lubna SA — Google review
Beautiful up to date and very well maintained museum with friendly staff and immersive artefacts. Great insight into Georgian life of the upper classes in 18th century Bath.
Rhys — Google review
The history of this museum is amazing. It’s cool to see how a well-to-do family would have lived in the late 1700’s when Bath was at its peak. Every detail was attended to from the layout of the clothing to the furniture. It’s a must see when in Bath.
Charene Robinson — Google review
Nice place to look into the lives of the people who lived there . An insight into their culture and their way of living . 😃
House is quiet big , you will get to see videos and story telling about the family who lived their quiet a while back.
How they had breakfast , what they talk about , their bedrooms , servant's room , kitchen and pantry in there !!
You have follow the foot steps marked on floor and doing so you can go room by room to finish your tour.
They got alarm system and wires too so no one go close to anything there , the lady forgot to tell us and when we tried to read some notes that were on the table , alarm sounded !! Which was utterly embarrasing as the lady never informed us , so she came in and said that alarm sounded because we stood on the oldest carprt and explained afterwards with an apology ...but it was quiet bizzare though as we never knew that carpet was off limits!! She should have informed earlier 😒
Too many stairs though . But you enjoy bedrooms for the lady of the house and servant's hall as well where they studied too and read books as well.
You can get to know the background , life style of their sons , daughters and maids as well. How they lived their lives and how and when their daughters and sons died !!
Then you can go out to courtyard and straight towards the gift shop where things are so much expensive ..
I bought a magnet though which was to store this trip into my memory and to feel happy after looking at the magnet ..😍🥰
Overall , nice experience to visit the house and look into their dressing sense and how they lived . If you are keen about history than it would be nice to explore this house . 🙂
Avebury Stone Circle is a rural monument consisting of standing stones and 17th-century stables that have been converted into a museum. It is located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) from central Avebury and is considered to be one of the area's iconic landmarks. Apart from the stone circle, there are several other attractions in its vicinity including gift shops, bookstores, pubs, Manor House and gardens, and a barn with outdoor seating for dining.
Lovely place to visit ,not just the stone circle to look at ,there is also, gifts shops, bookstore, pub, Manor House and gardens , barn with seating outside if you fancy a bite to eat..lots of things to see and do. Car parks are near and blue badge holders can park right near the High St..not far (4 miles ) away you have the burial grounds ,all in all fab place to visit if your on your own, couples, with children age doesn't matter..
Angela Westgate — Google review
A lovely walk around the stones, there's quaint cottages, a lovely pub & a cafe/restaurant, plus the house to see so lots to do.
Be aware in the car park you need coins or the app and the signal is a nightmare there.
Sarah Mills — Google review
Great to visit and see the Avebury Stones which are older than Stonehenge and older than the pyramids in Egypt apparently. Lovely place to visit and also a National Trust site and visitor centre
Dominic Ayara-Ekpe — Google review
Fascinating place, really powerful vibes from the stones. I spent over 3 hours walking around the site, dog friendly as well,but not inside the small restaurant. Plenty of information at the visitor centre and museum. Village itself is very small, a couple of shops selling the sort of thing you also find in Glastonbury (tarot,candles etc.) And a chain pub. Beautiful area.
alexander cruse — Google review
This is an absolute beautiful and powerful place. Owned and maintained by the National Trust, it is complemented by a beautiful, very old farm, lovely places to eat and shop for souvenirs, and a sweet little museum. Free parking, but also a few places to pay for parking. This area is well preserved, and as I said, has a powerful, peaceful feel to it. I loved being able to touch the stones. I enjoyed this even more than Stonehenge.
Deb Greer — Google review
I love Avebury. A fascinating stone circle (the largest stone circle in Europe) and a lovely little village! Unfortunately, the National Trust has had to rope off sections of the circle (particularly during school holidays) due to erosion from so many people walking around, but it's still very stunning to see.
They have a pub in the middle of the village which offers food and drinks. There's also a small corner shop (very friendly owners) and a few other shops (one being esoteric, another being an independent jeweller).
The church and its grounds are very well maintained, and there's a museum that details the history of Avebury.
It can get very muddy during rainy periods, and proper walking/hiking boots definitely help you keep traction with the ground!
It is a wonderful place to go to during pagan holidays. There's always really friendly people around, and the summer solstice and Samhain (Halloween) celebrations are always great fun! I've visited this site dozens of times, and I dare say I will continue to do so for as long as I'm able to!
There are several car parks dotted around, including one near the centre of the village.
The only negative to the village at the moment is that the public toilets are STILL not open. They've been closed for a very long time now.
Pan Poiman-Earle — Google review
Lots to see here, the stone circle, the Manor and museum and there is a nice national trust shop. Parking is a little outside the town and circle, but there is a direct footpath back away from the road and traffic that brings you to the circle and tourist bits. Toilets and food and drink available.
Karl Thomas — Google review
Great place with a beautiful National Trust property as well.
Loads of walks round here as well, the stones are easy to walk around as well, unlike Stonehenge.
The national trust property is definitely worth a visit.
Matt Belcher — Google review
I recently visited Avebury and it was an absolutely delightful experience. The weather was perfect, making the day even more enjoyable. The cleanliness of the area was impressive, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The well-located car park made it convenient to explore both the stone circle and Manor, all within a short walking distance. Avebury is a must-visit destination, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable day out.
Marisa Ferreira — Google review
It was a nice place for a stroll and lunch in the Red Lion which was good value for money. gift shops were very interesting lots to discover in them and you only pay for parking all day £7 for cars and £10 for campervans National trust members are free I believe.
Mary Phillips — Google review
One of those locations that makes you sit back and take stock of life...the reason why our ancient ancestors decided to create such a monument is mind boggling. The time and effort involved must have been off the scale.
It has a spiritual feel about it which i loved...
I arrived well early and had the site to myself and wandered around this amazing location.
A real gem...but it does get busy.
Dave Turney — Google review
Great day out to Avebury, being able to stand right next to the stones is really quite an amazing experiance, the little farm stead was a bonus. Make sure you go to all of the different sights the area. Easy to spend a full day
Riccardo Vallaro — Google review
Absolutely love going here. Having a nice little wonder around. Seeing the stones. Touching the stones. Photos are of Avebury Church. So lovely and peaceful. Parking. Lovely pub on corner, they do some good food with good prices. Second hand bookshop. Some crystal shops.
Tash Smith — Google review
Stunning walk around the henge and the beautiful stones. Gorgeous small church dating back over 1000 years. The garden of the mansion is exquisite. The mansion is run by some fabulous people who tell you great stories of the house. There is also a small museum. You can try on costumes and even sit on the furniture. A highly recommended day out.
Jon Flynn — Google review
A unique find with this amazing town that is surrounded in mystery ✨️ Avebury is a beautiful place surrounded in giant stones with a lovely village. It's so peaceful and beautiful. Parking can be a bit challenging as there is no phone signal there.
Kate Hickey — Google review
High energy, high vibration place. It's free, no tickets required. You can touch the stones and walk around, sit there and meditate. There's a Cafe just opposite, in case you want to park/ wat etc.
Akanksshaa — Google review
The largest stone circle is about 40 minutes from Stonehenge. It is very well the visit. The stones are really impressive and the energy is palatable. Take your time and enjoy the visit.
Roberto Buzzi — Google review
It's a beautiful little village with stone circles, how can it not get five stars. The town has a pub, Cafe, shops, free public toilets, lots of history, and is a beautiful day out. I didn't pay to see the Manor and gardens or to go in the museum at 6 GBP, but what I saw was very enjoyable.
Adventure Nomad for Nature — Google review
A wonderful afternoon, especially as our visit to Avebury today was totally unplanned. We were lucky with car park, and loved that we felt immediately the place was alive. A tremendous place to experience & imagine traditional village life. Actually a lot to do and see for free, but we felt so welcomed, having some great chats with wonderful National Trust volunteers and other visitors, that we joined the NT today. Looking forward to regularly returning even if just for a coffee or a stroll 😀 😎
Andy Boyns — Google review
An incredible archeology site, we loved walking around the stones..Follow signs for parking, it's only a short walk back past the cricket pitch to the village and stones.
Sean O'Neill — Google review
Actually more impressive than l imagined it's much bigger, the hint should have been the biggest Stone Circle in the world. A very level easy walk around and lots to see, of course they charge for the car park £7 but the rest is free unless you want to visit the museum. National Trust shop as always and l throughly recommend the Red Lion pub and the gift shop opposite is independent and very helpful.
The area is dog friendly as you know l wouldn't go otherwise.
Stephen M Goldsmith — Google review
Magical experiences to be had at Avebury Stone circle! There’s a stone laid down that vibrates gently if you sit on it. This is because under the soil there is a chalk layer and the rain seeps through creating a positive and negative electrical charge.
Alison Crocker — Google review
Spent a lovely couple of hours wondering through the stones. Also worth checking out the Unhenged coffee shop and cafe at the club house. For a bite to eat. Dog's welcome. X
STEVE SINGLETON — Google review
Skip overpriced and tumultuous Stonehenge and come to Avebury instead!!
Great archaeological site with a powerful energy, nestled in the quaint English countryside. The stone circle is free to visit, and there is a lovely cafe nearby to enjoy a cuppa and a scone.
We absolutely loved the leisurely stroll around the monoliths and picturesque village.
Devana — Google review
A much better experience than stone henge! Free to walk around and relax. Not too many people, nice shop.
High St, a bustling thoroughfare lined with shops and businesses, is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and varied offerings. This lively street is well-known for its multitude of retail opportunities, encompassing a wide range of merchandise from fashion to electronics. Moreover, High St showcases an array of dining establishments that cater to diverse culinary preferences, ranging from cozy cafes to elegant restaurants. With its strategic location in the heart of the city, High St has emerged as a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.