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FAMILY-FRIENDLY DAYS OUT FOR MAY HALF TERM

Join us during May half term for hands-on activities and family fun in the fresh air.

Get ready for outdoor adventure and play games around the grounds. Find out what fun activities are available at your local castle, house, palace or abbey, and book your perfect family day out.

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All Aboard for Hadrian's Wall!

Join our family of English Heritage members as they hop on the AD122 bus to see Hadrian's Wall, taking in awe-inspiring ruins and spectacular views.

Why not follow in their footsteps and book a visit to Hadrian's Wall this May half term?

VISIT HADRIAN'S WALL

Top 10 Family Days Out

Where's the best place to take the family on a day out?

That's the question we posed to our Facebook followers, and hundreds of you got in touch to tell us your favourite sites.

Here are the top 10 choices, accompanied by some of your comments on what makes these places so special to visit with your family.

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Guide to going out

Families are unique, as are the personalities within them! The secret to a truly great day out with your family isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. That's why we created this guide to help you find the perfect day out to suit you and your family.

Do your children have lots of energy to burn? Do you want to be inspired? Or perhaps discovering more about our heritage sounds more like you? Whatever you enjoy, we've got you covered.

Find your perfect day out
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ENJOY A FULL YEAR OF ADVENTURE

Family membership from £6.83 a month

Spring is the best time of year to become an English Heritage member and take full advantage of free entry to over 400 sites, plus free or discounted access to our exciting events programme throughout the year.

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BE INSPIRED

  • Bird spotting at English Heritage sites

    Our practical guide to spotting both common and rare birds at English Heritage sites throughout the year.

  • A brief history of fun fairs

    Find out all you need to know about the history of fun fairs, theme parks and the evolution of the faiground rides we know and love today.

  • Top days out for under £20

    Check out our list of fabulous budget days out for families. In all these cases, if you buy a standard family ticket fo 2 adults and up to three children, you'll still get change from £20.

MORE TO EXPLORE

  • MORE ABOUT THE MONARCHY

    Take a look back at kings and queens through history, from the longest reigns to the legendary battles for the throne, discover the story of England's crown.

  • INSPIRE ME

    From spotlights on places we love, walking routes and a Victorian recipe or two, find everything you need to know about the history we bring to life. 

  • What's On

    With 400 sites to visit all across England, why not plan something for the summer holidays at a property near you?