Attractions in and near Stoke-on-Trent

Visit an astronomical attraction in Stoke-on-Trent, the Jodrell Observatory. The highlight of this Stoke-on-Trent attraction is the massive Lovell Telescope, a powerful radio telescope which has viewed the darkest depths of outer space since 1957. A visitor centre at this Stoke-on-Trent attraction allows you to walk all the way around the telescope and learn more about how this amazing piece of technology and engineering works.

Jodrell Bank Visitor Centre

The Jodrell Bank Visitor Centre welcomes you to the world famous Lovell Radio Telescope and Jodrell Bank Observatory, the astronomy research centre of the University of Manchester. e.g. Visit the world-famous Lovell Radio Telescope ... more

You'll constantly be amazed by England's incredible attractions, ranging from model villages to cultural attractions. England is completely geared to giving the visitors the experience of a lifetime, and no matter where you take a trip in England, you won't run out of exciting places to see.

The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on London's South Bank, has been a landmark on the city's skyline since it was built in 2000 to celebrate the millennium. Visitors travelling up in the Eye's wonderfully designed capsules can see the city's most famous attractions stretch out 40 km in all directions. It's the ideal way to get a panoramic view of one the world's most historic and spectacular cities.

One of London's most exhilarating attractions is the London Bridge Experience in the vaults of the famous bridge. The experience is a combination of special effects, real characters and animation which takes you on a journey from the building of the ancient Roman bridge to the opening of the modern structure, with plenty of excitement along the way. If you're looking some real thrills, travel deeper into the vaults and brave the London Tombs, where human remains and historic artifacts have been found. A spine-chilling tour here comes complete with incredible special effects that bring the ghostly history of the tombs to life.

An area in London which is rich with significant attractions is Greenwich. In fact, the collection of historic buildings in Greenwich has been declared a World Heritage Site. Greenwich is most famous world-wide as the site of the Meridian Line, which represents the Prime Meridian of the world: Longitude 0°. You can even stand with a foot in both the eastern and western hemispheres at this spot. Greenwich also has several beautiful historical buildings, many of them associated with the area's maritime history. Don't miss the Royal Observatory and its new Planetarium, where you can experience the wonders of the skies. There is also a 28-inch refracting telescope, one of the largest of its kind in the world.

If you've got stars in your eyes, you should also visit the Observatory Science Centre in Herstmonceux near Battle, which occupies buildings that previously housed the Royal Observatory. The building is now a discovery centre where visitors can experience the joys of science through interactive exhibits and activities. The historic telescopes of the observatory have been refurbished and are used to view important astronomical events.

Stars and science are also the reason you should visit the Jodrell Bank Observatory with its famous Lovell Telescope, in Stoke-on-Trent. The massive Lovell Telescope has viewed the darkest depths of outer space since 1957. It is still one of the most powerful radio telescopes in the world and is used to record incredible astronomical phenomena. A visitor centre at this attraction allows you to walk all the way around the telescope and learn more about how this amazing piece of technology and engineering works. There's also a 3D Theatre which takes you on a virtual journey into space.

A really sweet-smelling attraction in England is the Cotswold Perfumery, a family-run perfume factory in Bourton-on-the-Water that has had the honour of creating bespoke fragrances for royalty and celebrities for over 40 years. Visit the perfumery to smell the kind of delicious perfumes preferred by the Queen, Prince Charles, Elton John and even Ozzie Osborne. You can also see how the distinctive perfumes are made at this fascinating and fragrant attraction.

There's plenty for children to enjoy in England. They will be entertained and captivated by special experiences geared specifically to small tourists.

The Bekonscot Model Village in Beaconsfield, near St Albans, is an entire miniature settlement which was created in 1929 by a hobbyist and still amazes visitors in its intricacy and attention to detail. This claims to be the world's oldest miniature village, and children and adults alike will be delighted by its pretty buildings and tiny model railway.

Younger visitors will love the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction at Keswick. Beatrix Potter was a famous Lake District children's author, whose delightful tales of mischievous animals have enthralled children for decades. This wonderful attraction brings her characters to life, and allows children to meet Peter Rabbit in Mr McGregor's garden, find Jemima Puddle-duck in the woodland glade and see Mrs Tiggy-winkle in her kitchen, complete with the sights, sounds and smells of Beatrix Potter's imaginative world.

If you're young or old, and whether your interests lie in history, science, architecture or literature, you won't be disappointed by the incredible range of attractions on offer throughout England.