Family Vacations Directory - Britain

BritainLandingPagePhoneBoothOn this page you will find a rich selection of family vacation ideas for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland including articles and specific family vacation offerings/packages/tours. If you are looking for memorable vacation adventures you will find options here. Ride a double- decker bus; visit Hampton Court; find King Arthur’s birthplace; go ice skating in Cardiff; walk in the shadow of Stonehenge; count crows at the tower of London; remember Peter Rabbit; look for Poo Bear, and who can forget Harry Potter? (Image taken in Edinburgh,  Scotland.)

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ARTICLES
Britain: Cornwall, The National Trust Celebrates Alice in Wonderland.

Magical gardens, interactive theatre, and a great story, don’t miss out on an eight-month celebration of Tim Burton’s new Alice in Wonderland movie at The National Trust’s Antony House in Cornwall near Plymouth. It’s pure family fun. [Read More]

England: London, Kew Gardens – Escape Grey Skies at the Tropical Extravaganza Festival.

London during the winter holidays can be exciting. Family festivities in and around the city abound. One of my favorite outings – the perfect country escape any time of year - is up the Thames at Kew Gardens. [Read More]

England: London, 51 Buckingham Gate - Conjure Up Childhood Dreams with Hamleys.

Is luxurious urban family vacation possible with young children? The innovative folks at 51 Buckingham Gate think so and to prove the point they have an exclusive partnership with London's finest toy store, Hamleys to create a unique London toy story. [Read More]

England: London, Best Deluxe Pillow Spots Offering Comfortable Family Friendly Luxury.

The size of London makes family vacation planning at time confusing and we also know that no two families are alike so the perfect family friendly hotel list is not possible. My suggestions for deluxe pillow spots include 51 Buckingham Place, Athenaeum, Draycott, Hilton Green Park, and The Metropolitan. [Read More]

Scotland: A Delightful Winter Getaway for Families.

With an exciting line-up of festivals and events this winter, Scotland makes the perfect winter getaway destination. Flights direct to Edinburgh and Glasgow – cities located a mere 45 minutes away from each other - are operated by Delta Airlines and Continental Airlines year-round. [Read More]

England: London, Shopping with a Market Twist.

From art and antiques to retro fashion, from fresh produce to cheap eats and everything in between, London’s markets are the place to go for the ultimate cultural shopping experience for families. Exploring the markets of London is a great way to give your senses a treat (and not just your fashion sense) – the sights, sounds and smells of London thrive in her bustling markets, many of which are open all week long. [Read More]

Britain: Holiday Trains in England, Scotland, and Wales Make Family Fun Easy.

Storybook travel is pure fun and during the winter months traditional “Santa Trains,” make enjoying Christmas even better. At many stations the family holiday tradition has a new twist provided by the heart warming film version of Chris Van Allsburg’s book. All aboard!  [Read More]

England: London, The Athenaeum Hotel & Apartments – New Children’s Concierge Team Now in Place.

Urban holidays can sometimes be daunting just because large cities have too many choices. So, imagine a hotel with a dedicated staff ready to assist in making fun in London just happen for your child, children or family. [Read More]

England: London, A Family Vacation Deal - Free Theatre during Kids Week 2009.

For the 12th year consecutive year Society of London Theatre (SOLT) is conducting an interactive theatre week geared to families. The obvious benefit - free tickets to exciting theatre shows across London's West End for the younger than 16 age group. [Read More]

England: London, Carbon Voyage Offers Environmentally Friendly Door-to-Door Express Service.

It is not often that London and the phrase earth friendly travel options appear in the same sentence but as I am planning my next trip to London I have discovered several examples – not only earth friendly but family friendly. [Read More]

Britain: BritRail, Family Vacation Connection – Use the Economical Three-day Rail Pass.

Rail travel anywhere in Britain can be rewarding for families. The possibilities for adventure are endless and the connections and schedules make travel effortless and enjoyable. [Read More]

Britain: Family Vacation Fun - Going Green with Your Kids.

Looking for a holiday that makes a difference.; one that treads lightly on Mother Earth? Want to share a family experience that matters? VisitBritain invites vacationers to give back with volunteer-based vacations in Britain. Opportunities include unique possibilities from wildlife conservation off the Scottish coast to restoring a 2,000-year-old Roman wall. [Read More]

Britain: Family Vacatoin Idea - Experience the Romance and Royal Scandal of Tudor England.

Excitement and romance await visitors who dare to recapture one of history’s most notorious and fascinating time periods, Tudor England. The Other Boleyn Girl, the bestselling and beloved book by author Philippa Gregory, has been adapted for the silver screen for a new movie. [Read More]

England: Cornwall, Fowey - Renting a Cottage with the Kids.

Looking at the map placed deliberately on the dinning room table it seemed simple enough; it was going to be a trip for three generations. We decided to go to England and to rent a quaint "country" cottage. I thought it was time to introduce the little ones to something not made by Disney. [Read More]

Tours: Away for the Holidays – Take an Escorted Tour and Have a Family Adventure.

One of the easiest ways to escape the madness of the holidays is to latch on to a family tour. The family adventures described below are all available during the Christmas or winter school break. I have highlighted a few unique memory making itineraries. Follow the links included to several more. Think of the following short descriptions as gift wrapping for a family adventure. The ideas described themselves read like a special present just waiting to be unwrapped. [Read More]

Britain: Family Vacation Deal - Swap Your Motorhome and Go on Holiday for Free.

Essentially like a home swap, exchanging motorhomes is easy and definitely affordable making it an ideal way to create an inexpensive family vacation adventure. [Read More]

England: London, Family Vacation Fun - 10 ways to Save in the City.

Modern, quirky and loads of fun, London is a terrific city adventure destination for families. For some, to do it and not break the bank is the challenge. Ideas, details, and the latest information on how to save money may be found at a new website visitlondon.com. [Read More]

Britain: London, Family Vacation Deal - BritRail's Kids Travel Free Family Pass.

For children from the Americas or Asia North America, Britain is the perfect introduction to the cultural diversity of Europe. The obvious connection for youngsters is Harry Potter, and then there's Paddington Bear, Beatrix Potter, Robin Hood, King Arthur - you get the idea. [Read More]

Britain: Cornwall, Family Vacation Fun - Join King Arthur and His Fabled Court.

There are few more familiar and enduring legends in British history than the story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. A tale told for nearly a Millennium, first in ancient manuscripts, later on the musical stage and now in movie theaters. [Read More]

Britain: Exchanging Places in the Spirit of Harry Potter.

With the release of the latest J.K. Rowling book, Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows and the next Harry Potter film to debut in the autumn, parents continue to ask us for advice about vacationing with Harry Potter. We have a series of vacation suggestions that will aid in formulating the plan for a trip to Britain. In the spirit of the popular book series and the movie sequels, muggles with a penchant for adventure can make plenty of interesting and magical connections even without a ticket for the night bus. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
City Breaks in the United Kingdom

City breaks and weekend getaways in the UK, ideal for all the family. Self catering city breaks in fully equipped apartments, stay in London, Manchester, Edinburgh for a cheap weekend away. [Read More]

United Kingdom City Breaks

Lodges and Cabins in Scotland and England

Hoseasons lodges offer luxury log cabins in Scotland and across England. Lodge holidays make perfect cheap family getaways. [Read More]

Lodges and Cabins in Scotland

Home from Home London

Stay in one of our London apartments and live life like a Londoner. [Read More]

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Cottage Net UK

Self catering Holiday Cottages in United Kingdom and Ireland. [Read More]

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51 Buckingham Family Affair

Create your own family adventure in London. [Read More]

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Home from Home London

10 % discount off the regular rate for bookings arriving in November. [Read More]

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The Athenaeum

A five-star, friendly and a perfect deluxe family vacation base. [Read More]

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The Evesham Hotel

One of the 10 best hotels in the British Isles - family friendly, casual, yet efficient. [Read More]

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Various cities, Scotland: BritRail, Scottish Freedom Pass

Quick, easy family fun. [Read More]

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England: Devon, Bovey Castle

Go pony trekking and sleep in a castle. [Read More]

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Edinburgh, Scotland: Kids in Edinburgh

Sharing cool stuff and having fun with your kids. [Read More]

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Edinburgh, Scotland: AEW - Driving your family

Sit back and relax while you and your family are chauffeured to your next adventure. [Read More]

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Edinburgh, Scotland: AEW – Private Family Road Trip Adventures

We make arriving, departing and everything in the middle fun and easy. [Read More]

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Renault's Eurodrive Program

Eurodrive program lets participants pick up and drop off cars in nine countries. [Read More]

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St. Andrews, Scotland: St. Andrews Seven-day Family Golf Getaway.

Introduce your young ones to the game of golf at the international home of golf - St Andrews. [Read More]

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