Cottages in Southern England

To entertain the whole family, head to Noah's Ark Zoo Farm in the small village of Wraxall near Bristol. You can make a reservation for the children to have a behind-the-scenes experience where they will feed the adorable meerkats and huge giraffes. They will also have the chance to be close to the world's largest land mammal, the African elephant. The zoo has more than 100 species of animals to observe such as the spectacled bear, the American bison, the impressive African lion, the white rhinoceros and farm animals; And for the children to refresh themselves, you can go to The Food Barn and order some ice cream or hamburgers. Another good place to go is Twinlakes Park located in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. You can have fun with a variety of attractions and areas to play indoors or outdoors. You can go to the water park if the day is hot or go into the escape room if it is cold outside.

If fresh air, being surrounded by trees and trails to explore is your thing, you should go to New Forest National Park. Located in Lymington, Hampshire, this beautiful national park is covered with flowers, tall trees and abundant grass. You'll be able to do activities such as cycling and walking along the country roads, as well as having the chance to explore this cultural heritage site on horseback. You can also take your dog with you to enjoy this natural gem. Another fascinating place you can't miss is Stratford-Upon-Avon Butterfly Farm. You will enjoy an environment with waterfalls, flowers and tropical birds and around 250 species of colourful butterflies from 20 different countries. You will also have the unique experience of seeing the life cycle of a butterfly live in the Discovery Zone. Without a doubt it is a natural paradise worth visiting.

Windsor Castle is one of the queen's residences and the largest castle in the world. You will be able to learn 1.000 years of history about this Royal fortress and tour the fantastic rooms furnished with treasures from the Royal Collection including sculptures, weapons, armour, porcelain used in banquets and paintings by famous artists such as Rubens, Sir Thomas Lawrence and Anthony van Dyck. During your visit you will also have the possibility to observe The Dollhouse of Queen Mary, built between 1921 and 1924 which has a living room, a dining room, a library with original works, a garden and fully furnished rooms. The Dollhouse includes electricity, lifts and hot and cold water too.

During your visit to Babbacombe Model Village you will surely feel that you have become bigger... or that maybe the world has shrunk! Located in Devon, Babbacombe Model Village is a fun place that offers a miniature world with over 400 models of humorous scenes from English culture. 6 decades of different architectural styles, from medieval to Victorian, you will see stately homes, shops, factories, vehicles, railways, monuments and 13,000 people in miniature. To add more fun, there are games that consist of looking for characters. This is a popular tourist attraction that you and the children are sure to love.

If you have never experienced a Safari before, this is your chance on this holiday in the South of England! At West Midland Safari Park you can experience the adrenaline rush of a car ride surrounded by wild animals. The park is home to a wide variety of animals from Africa such as zebras, white rhinos, giraffes and fantastic elephants. It is also home to animals from Asia such as the one-horned rhinoceros, the Indian antelope (Blackbuck) and the Philippine spotted deer. As well as experiencing an unforgettable ride surrounded by tigers, lions, cheetahs and many other animals, you'll also get a chance to feed the huge hippopotamus and take the kids to the adventure park and the land of the dinosaurs where they can eat at Dino Diner.

Exploring the 60 acres of beautiful formal gardens at Hampton Court Palace is a must. The gardens are world famous and home to the oldest puzzle maze in the world. They cover 304 hectares with a variety of wildlife and 3 important plant collections including the beautiful purple Heliotropium, Lantana and Queen Mary II's exotic plants imported from the Mediterranean, Virginia, the Caribbean and Mauritius. The place also has 3 gorgeous gardens; an exquisite rose garden, a magic garden for children to let their imagination run wild and The Pond Gardens which you should visit especially in spring and summer to see the tulips blooming.

As part of your holiday to the south of England you should not miss visiting the small Blue Reef aquarium. You'll see 40 naturally themed habitats that transport you to the beautiful Cornish coast through an underwater tunnel with captivating reefs, colourful fish, amazing sharks, manta rays and other exotic species such as puffer fish, angel fish and poisonous lionfish. You will also be able to observe the adorable Loggerhead Turtle and the fascinating giant Pacific octopus capable of imitating corals and rocks. Keep your eyes open to see it on your tour!

With 56 acres of pure beauty, the park is home to a wide variety of fantastic plants from all over the world, especially from the Far East. The site has a national collection of Japanese cherry blossoms and over 2,850 specimens including 1,300 trees and shrubs such as Maple, Bamboo, Magnolia, Quercus, Sorbus and many others. It is a place full of many colours and fragrances, excellent to be visited by those who wish to learn about the natural beauty of the East.

Bournemouth is one of the best and most popular places in the south of England to sunbathe and dive into the sea. Its warm blue waters and seven miles of white sand are perfect for a day of relaxation. You can choose between Durley Chine, Alum Chine, Southbourne or Fisherman's Walk which are the best beaches in the city of Bournemouth. The site also provides stunning views from the bay to the Isle of Wight and Purbecks, as well as a quay with different places to eat and activities.