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17.1milesWaltham Abbey
Waltham Abbey, EN91XQ
Although the church is now a shadow of its former grandeur, it is still considered to be one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the country. It also attracts lovers of Victorian art and architecture, having been heavily restored in the mid-1800s by William Burghes and Edward Poynter.
14.3milesChurchill War Rooms
Clive Steps, King Charles Street, SW1A2AQ
Shortly after becoming Prime Minister in May 1940, Winston Churchill visited the Cabinet War Rooms to see for himself what preparations had been made to allow him and his War Cabinet to continue working throughout the expected air raids on London. It was there, in the underground Cabinet Room which had been prepared for him, that he announced 'This is the room from which I will direct the war'.
19.7milesChessington World of Adventures
Chessington, KT92NE
Come to a place where tales of family fun never end. With a major new themed land specially for 2-8 year olds, a great new family spinning coaster and a park crammed full of activities, attractions and rides suitable for under 12s, it's strictly families first at Chessington World of Adventures in 2004.
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15.7milesLondon Dungeon
28-34 Tooley Street Bridge, SE12SZ
Deep in the heart of London, buried beneath the paving stones of historic Southwark, lies the world's most chillingly famous horror attraction. The London Dungeon brings more than 2,000 years of gruesomely authentic history vividly back to life.
14.6milesLondon Aquarium
County Hall, Riverside Building, Westminster, SE17PB
We know more about the surface of the moon than we do about the underwater world covering two-thirds of our planet. With over 50 living displays and a host of underwater life, join the London Aquarium on a journey into this great unknown.
16milesLegoland Windsor
Winkfield Road, Windsor, SL44AY
LEGOLAND Windsor has over 50 fantastic rides and attractions, including..
14.1milesBuckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace Road, Green Park, SW11AA
George III bought Buckingham House in 1761 for his wife Queen Charlotte to use as a comfortable family home close to St James's Palace, where many court functions were held. Buckingham House became known as the Queen's House, and 14 of George III's 15 children were born there.
13.7milesWindsor Castle
Windsor Castle, Windsor, SL41NJ
Windsor Castle has been named one of the Seven Wonders of Britain in a major survey by Yellow Pages, backed by the English Tourism Council. Windsor Castle is one of three official residences of The Queen and has been home to the Sovereign for over 900 years.
14.6milesHousehold Cavalry Museum
Combermere Barracks, St Leonards Road, Windsor, SL43DN
The Household Cavalry Museum collection relates to The Life Guards (1st and 2nd), Horse Grenadier Guards, Royal Horse Guards (Blues), 1st Royal Dragoons (Royals) and The Blues and Royals, covering over three hundred years of the history of the Sovereign's mounted bodyguard. The collection contains Uniforms, Weapons, Standards, Guidons, Drum Banners, Horse Furniture, Campaign and Gallantry Medals, Regimental Medals from the 17th Century.
12.5milesMadame Tussauds
Marylebone Road, NW15LR
Join a host of the worlds' most famous celebritites at Madame Tussauds waxworks. Watch the Warriors SHow as Alexander the Great & Achilles armies fight the battle of battles.
16.2milesThorpe Park
Staines Road, Chertsey, KT168PN
ColossusRiders flung into a record breaking 10 loops of fear at 65 kph. 120 jockey wheels of NASA-developed materials tenaciously grip 850 metres of proximity-sensor monitored track.
12milesZSL London Zoo
Regentīs Park, NW14RY
ZSL London Zoo really is one of the greatest days out on offer in London. Spanning 36 acres of Regent's Park, the Zoo is home to over 650 species of animal.
15.9milesTower of London
Tower Hill, EC3N4AB
The Tower of London has been an integral part of British Royal history for nearly one thousand years. Only at the Tower of London can you marvel at the breathtaking Crown Jewels, stand on the execution site of three English queens, and hear the myths and legentds that make a visit to the Tower 'a day out to die for'.
13.3milesHam House
West of A307 between Kingston and Richmond, TW107RS
Spectacular 17th-century house with original interiors and formal garden. Ham House is unique in Europe as the most complete survival of 17th-century fashion and power.
6.3milesButterfly World
Miriam Lane, Off Noke Lane, St. Albans, AL23NY
After a winter packed full of developments, Butterfly World near St Albans is ready to open its wings and amaze visitors this Spring. From 29th April 2010, phase II of this ever-evolving project, due to complete in 2011 with the opening of the massive biodome *, will be open for all to see with a new butterfly breeding house, an insect study centre, gardens and a chrysalis shaped lake, home to hundreds of plants and mini-beasts, in addition to all the other fantastic features on offer from last year.
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6.5milesChiltern Open Air Museum
Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, Bucks, HP84AB
Vernacular buildings - the houses and workplaces of past generations - are disappearing every day from the landscape. In the Chilterns, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on London's doorstep, the pressures are particularly great.
6.8milesGardens of the Rose
Chiswell Green Lane, St Albans, AL23NR
The new Gardens of the Rose in St Albans, run by the Royal National Rose Society are currently being redeveloped and the first phase will open to the general public in the summer of 2007.The Royal National Rose Society have appointed leading garden designer and landscape architect Michael Balston to draw up a scheme for the main display area of the garden, this is profressing well.
6.9milesChenies Manor House
, Chenies, Rickmansworth, WD36ER
This historic and enchanting Tudor Manor House is set in the charming estate village of Chenies in Buckinghamshire overlooking the Chess valley.The architectural historian Nickolaus Pevsner described the manor house as:'Beautifully mellow under the trees by the church, and archaeologically a fascinating puzzle'The 22 individual cut brick chimneys distinguish the manor house and are echoed throughout the estate village.
7.5milesDe Havilland Aircraft Heritage Centre
Salisbury Hall Colney, AL21EX
The De Havilland Aircraft Heritage Centre is the oldest of it's type in Britain today, which was opened in 1959 to display the De Havilland Mosquito prototype. There is a comprehensive collection of 20 de Havilland aircraft, along with related memorabilia.
7.8milesMilton's Cottage
Dean Way, Chalfont St Giles, HP84JH
Milton's Cottage is the only extant home of John Milton, the great English poet and parliamentarian, in Chalfont St. Giles, Buckinghamshire.
8.5milesSt Albans Cathedral
Sumpter Yard, St Albans, AL11BY
The Cathedral and Abbey Church of Saint Alban is the seat of the Bishop of St Albans and serves the Diocese of St Albans in the counties of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, the Borough of Luton and the London Borough of Barnet.The cathedral is a centre of worship and mission with a world renowned musical tradition and a highly regarded Education Centre.
8.6milesVerulamium Museum
St Michaels, St Albans, al34sw
Verulamium Museum is on the site of one of the major cities in Roman Britain, now an attractive park. Inside there are - recreated Roman rooms - hands-on Discovery Areas - video presentations - touch screen databases - some of the finest Roman mosaics and wall plasters outside the Mediterranean Verulamium museum is invaded every second weekend in the month by Roman soldiers who demonstrate the tactics and equipment of the Roman Imperial Army.
8.9milesRoman Theatre of Verulamium
St Michaels, St Albans, AL36AH
The Roman Theatre of Verulamium is unique. Built in about 140AD it is the only example of its kind in Britain, being a theatre with a stage rather than an Amphitheatre.
8.9milesMuseum of St Albans
Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL13RR
Founded as the Hertfordshire County Museum in 1898, the Museum of St Albans tells the story of St Albans from the departure of the Romans to the present day.In the medieval gallery you can find out about Alban, Britain's first Christian martyr, and the Abbey that grew up around the site of his martyrdom.
8.9milesJewish Museum
Sternberg Centre, 80 East End Rd, Finchley, N32SY
Experience our stunning collections, changing exhibitions, and lively programmes. Explore Jewish history, cultire and religion in Britain and beyond.
8.9milesLondon Motor Museum
3 Nestles Avenue, Hayes, UB34SB
The London Motor Museum displays a wide range range of classic American cars from the 50's, 60's and 70's. The museum presents a unique collection of cars that relate to the story of the early motoring experience.
10.3milesFenton House
Windmill Hill, Hampstead, NW36RT
Set in the winding streets of Hampstead village, this late 17th-century house contains an outstanding collection of porcelain, 17th-century needlework pictures and Georgian furniture, and the Benton Fletcher collection of early keyboard instruments, most of which are in working order. The delightful walled garden includes fine displays of roses, an orchard and a working kitchen garden.
10.4milesKenwood House
Hampstead Lane, Hampstead, NW37JR
On the northern fringes of Hampstead Heath lies Kenwood House, one of the most glorious country houses in London. Set in splendid grounds beside Hampstead Heath, this outstanding neoclassical house holds one of the most important collections of paintings ever given to the nation.
10.4milesMuseum of Domestic Design and Architecture
Middlesex University, Cat Hill, Barnet, EN48HT
The Museum of Domestic Design & Architecture (MoDA) houses what is widely regarded as one of the world's most comprehensive collections of nineteenth and twentieth century decorative arts for the home. MoDA is also a resource for focusing on other subjects, such as Science, Geography and problem-solving activities.
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