in South West England
Things to Do: Family Attractions
Eden Project, St Austell, Cornwall
On the site of a former clay pit, Eden is now a spectacular global garden
In the 'Humid Tropics' biome you can experience the sights, smells and sheer scale of the rainforest in the world's largest greenhouse. Discover the tropical plants found in products that you use every day and understand the ways in which they are being managed for a positive future.
Wet weather attraction
Few buildings evoke such a feeling of history as venerable Tiverton Castle.
Wet weather attraction
Nature in Art, Gloucester, Gloucestershire
The world’s only museum and art gallery dedicated to all kinds of art inspired by nature.
Displays embrace 2 and 3-dimensional work in all mediums and styles from across the world, spanning 1500 years. Families can handle sculptures, enjoy activities like brass rubbing and meet an artist at work too!
Open all year
Wet weather attraction
Willows And Wetlands Visitor Centre, Taunton, Somerset
Willow growers and suppliers, producing handcrafted basketware alongside visitor centre.
On the Somerset levels, an informative Visitor Centre accompanies the traditional willow growing, handcrafted basket and charcoal producing industry.
Dyrham Park, built by William Blathwayt, Secretary of State and War to William III. The house is set in formal parkland, with fallow deer herd and fine views to Wales.
