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AL8 6XR Welwyn Hatfield District
Days out for all the family
Are there any fun places to visit? The following attractions are within 10 miles of AL8 6XR:
Waltham 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.
Churchill 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'.
London 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.
London 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.
Legoland Windsor
Winkfield Road, Windsor, SL44AY
LEGOLAND Windsor has over 50 fantastic rides and attractions, including..
Buckingham 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.
Windsor 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.
Household 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.
Madame 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.
Thorpe 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.
ZSL London Zoo
Regent´s 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.
Tower 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'.
Ham 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.
Hatfield House and Gardens
Opposite Hatfield Railway Station, Hatfield, AL95NQ
The State Rooms of this celebrated Jacobean House are rich in paintings, furniture, fine tapestries and historic armour. The extensive garden was originally planted by John Tradescant the Elder in the early 17th century.
Shaws Corner
, Ayot St Lawrence, AL69BX
Shaw's Corner is the former home to famous Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw for over 40 years.Bernard Shaw lived in this Edwardian Arts & Crafts-influenced house from 1906 until his death in 1950.
Museum 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.
Knebworth House and Country Park
, Knebworth, SG36PY
One of England's most beloved stately homes, Knebworth House is famous worldwide for its rock concerts and as the home of Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer Lytton - author of the words 'The pen is mightier than the sword' - this beautiful gothic mansion is situated 29 miles north of London off the A1(M) at Stevenage.Knebworth is now known the world over for our huge open-air rock concerts - but not everyone is aware of its history and romance.
De 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.
St 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.
Verulamium 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.
Shephalbury Park
Broadhall Way, Stevenage, SG28RH
Shephalbury Park - Amusement Park in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. Contact venue on telephone number 01438353389 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractions/rides available at this park.
Roman 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.
Gardens 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.
Butterfly 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.
Scotts Grotto
Scotts Road, Ware, SG129JQ
Scott's Grotto is a series of interconnected chambers, extending some 67ft into the chalk hillside. It is rumoured to have cost ?10,000 and is thought to have taken 30 years to complete.
Stockwood Craft Museum and Gardens
Stockwood Country Park, Farley Hill, Luton, LU14BH
Stockwood Park Museum is housed in tranquil parkland on the site of the former Stockwood House around 2 miles to the south of Luton town centre, close to junction 10 of the M1. Stockwood Park Museum includes displays on rural Bedfordshire Crafts, the Mossman Collection of horse-drawn vehicles, stunning Period Gardens and events throughout the year.
Trent Country Park
Cockfosters Road, Barnet, EN40PS
Trent Country Park - Amusement Park in Barnet, Hertfordshire. Contact venue on telephone number 02084498706 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractions/rides available at this park.
Museum 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.
Luton Museum
Wardown Park, Old Bedford Road, Luton, LU27HA
Wardown Park Museum is situated in a beautiful landscaped park around 1.5 miles north from the centre of Luton.
John Dony Field Centre
Hancock Drive, Bushmead, Luton, LU27SF
The John Dony Field Centre, in Bushmead Community Centre is the base for Luton Borough Council's Nature Conservation Service. Inside the centre visitors can find displays and information about the countryside sites in and around Luton that are cared for by the Nature Conservation Service.
