Great days out for the family

Keep yourself and the kids entertained over the approaching summer months. If you need inspiration for some great days out, then check out our quick 'Top 20' ideas for all ages. From fun-filled days at Theme Parks to historical days to romantic castles, look no further.

Keep yourself and the kids entertained over the approaching summer months. If you need inspiration for some great days out, then check out our quick 'Top 20' ideas for all ages. From fun-filled days at Theme Parks to historical days to romantic castles, look no further.

1. Alton Towers: Prepare yourself for a day of experiences and world class thrills.
2. Legoland: Don't miss Miniland, which contains over 40 million LEGO bricks, and new for 2006.
3. Chessington World of Adventures: Check out the new bubble works and squirrel monkey walk through. Plus meet Spiderman!
4. Blackpool Pleasure Beach:: There's something for every age group at Blackpool's pleasure park, founded in 1896. Rides include the Avalance, Big Dipper and Valhalla.
5. Thorpe Park: Suitable for families, young familes and thrill-seekers. Don't miss Stealth, the new ride that accelerates from 0-80mph in 2.3 seconds.

1. Kew Gardens: Discover new flowers with every visit to Kew. Discover over 5 million flowering bulbs this springtime.
2. The Eden Project: The Eden Project is gearing up for its most vibrant and stunning display of spring since opening five years ago.
3. Tatton Park: Lose yourself in 1000 acres of beautiful parkland, and award-winning gardens.
4. Hampton Court Palace Gardens: Steeped in history, and surrounded by woodland and gardnes, Hampton Court is the perfect day out for all the family.
5. Lost Gardens of Heligan: Vist one of the most mysterious estates in England.

1. Science Museum: Discover the many exhibits and let the kids loose in the launch pad for fun and learning.
2. Natural History Museum: Exlore world-class exhibits, and discover T-Rex, meteorites, botany, zoology and much more.
3. Tower of London:: Take a trip back in time and discover over 1000 years of British history.
4. Tate Modern: Don't miss a visit to see the largest national collection of international modern art. Housed in an amazing old powerstation, lose yourself in a vast array of exhibitions.
5. Victoria and Albert: With over 3000 years worth of artefacts from some of the world's richest cultures ranging from art and design, fashion to photography and architecture.

1. Blenheim Palace: Built in 1705, the palace is set in 2100 acres of parkland surrounded by attractive lawns and gardens.
2. Windsor Castle: Visit the largest inhabited castle in the world. Home to the Queen, the castle has also been home to the Sovereign for over 900 years.
3. Hever Castle: Visit the 13th century childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Challenge the kids and yourself in the Water and Yew Maze, and meander around the lakeside and Italian gardens.
4. Leeds Castle: One of the most romantic castles in the country, Leeds castle is over 1000 years old. The grounds are also home to over 100 species of endangered birds.
5. Corfe Castle: The imposing ruin, once a medieval castle is situated on the Isle of Purbeck in the beautiful county of Dorset. Steeped in history, the castle is a great day out for all the family.

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