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Set in a beautiful Gloucestershire valley and surrounded by 110 hectares (272 acres) of garden and rolling parkland, this grand baroque house with spectacular sweeping views towards Bristol was designed by Talman for William Blathwayt ... more information

We have the perfect recipe for a wonderful relaxing weekend, a stay at Fern Cottage in our beautiful en-suite rooms, our exceptional breakfast menu and a sightseeing trip to Bath or relax in the Bath Spa which is Britain’s only thermal spa. We are able to offer guests staying at Fern Cottage a 2 hour discounted Spa Break with a reduction of 10% on the quoted price at the Thermae Spa and the use of our luxury bath robes, bath sheets and slippers. ... more information

Willsbridge Mill is the Trust's main visitor centre, based in a restored 19th century corn mill with adjoining long barn, and set in a 22-acre nature reserve. Set in a peaceful valley in the midst of housing estates in South Gloucestershire, the nature reserve has a variety of habitats including meadow, woodland, scrub, ponds, stream and a wildlife garden, around which the schools programme activities are based. The reserve is open to the public all year round. ... more information

The Avon Valley Railway is more than just a steam train ride, offering a whole new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others. Steam trains run to the edge of the scenic Avon Valley. Special events arranged throughout the year. Courses on learning how to drive a steam engine. Call talking timetable for details: 0117 932 7296. Monthly Sunday lunch trains. Site entry is free, train rides are payable. ... more information

A beautifully conserved Tudor House built by Nicholas Poyntz for the pleasure of Henry VIII, at Iron Acton, Bristol. In 1535, one of England’s most colourful kings, Henry VIII, came to stay at Acton Court with his second wife, Anne Boleyn, while on his summer Progress around the West Country. The owner of Acton Court, Nicholas Poyntz, wanted to impress his sovereign. So for Henry’s pleasure, he built a magnificent new East Wing on to the existing moated manor house. ... more information

Situated outside the beautiful Cotswold town of Painswick, and famous for its snowdrop display, the Rococo Garden is a fascinating step back to a flamboyant and sensual period of English Garden Design. This gem of a garden, which was originally laid out in the early 18th century, is set in a hidden Cotswold valley with magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. ... more information

One of the most spectacular collections of trees in the world . A place to relax and recharge. A place to learn and a resource for science. ... more information

Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on board for Victorian passengers and crew. Descend under water below the glass ‘sea’ to touch the world’s first great ocean liner. ... more information

Enjoy incredibly close encounters with some of the world’s most amazing animals in our drive through Safari Park. ... more information

Mystery surrounds this 5,000 year old monument in the centre of the World Heritage Site. Visit this prehistoric South West site near Salisbury in Wiltshire, and decide for yourself whether Stonehenge was a place of sun worship, a healing sanctuary, a sacred burial site, or something different altogether ... more information