Ttich Manor
17-guest Grade II listed manor house set in a tranquil countryside location with extensive gardens, historic features, and amenities including a private sauna, hot tub, and games room for groups or family stays.
Woodside Farm and Wildfowl Park is a 7-acre farm and wildfowl park featuring rare breeds of farm animals and exotic species, along with an adventure play area and crazy golf for children.
17-guest Grade II listed manor house set in a tranquil countryside location with extensive gardens, historic features, and amenities including a private sauna, hot tub, and games room for groups or family stays.
The Central Milton Keynes Shopping Complex includes thecentre:mk and Midsummer Place, two large adjoining indoor shopping centres with over 270 stores. The original centre opened in 1979 and is a Grade II listed building noted for its modernist architecture and daylight-filled arcades. The venue features indoor public spaces, markets, and extensive landscaping along with shops, restaurants and notable public art installations.
Brooklands Farm Cottage is a cosy two-bedroom single storey retreat near Biggleswade surrounded by countryside, offering peaceful nature views and proximity to local nature reserves and attractions.
The Swiss Garden in Bedfordshire is a picturesque nine-acre historic garden featuring listed buildings, Victorian features, and diverse seasonal plants. It offers accessible grounds, refreshments, and includes entry to Shuttleworth's historic aircraft and motor vehicles collection.
Woodland View is a peaceful first-floor woodland apartment with vaulted ceilings, balcony views, and friendly alpacas nearby, situated between Berkhamsted and Chesham in the Chilterns countryside.
Berkhamsted Castle is a historic Norman motte-and-bailey castle ruin in Hertfordshire, England, originally built in 1066. It features extensive earthworks and medieval deer park grounds, and offers outdoor exploration of its significant historical remains and scenic location. Managed by English Heritage, it is open daily for free public visitation.
This Grade II listed thatched cottage dating over 300 years old offers a rural and historic setting ideal for families, featuring six bedrooms across multiple floors with original charm and garden with a play area.
Gulliver's Land is a children's theme park in Milton Keynes, England, offering family-friendly rides, indoor and outdoor attractions including a Splash Zone, Dinosaur and Farm Park, and themed accommodation at Adventurers Village Resort for short breaks.
This semi-detached three-bedroom property in the quiet Bedfordshire village of Broom offers a peaceful countryside setting with shared garden space and private parking near Biggleswade with access to local shops, pubs, and countryside walks.
This accommodation is a historic rural cottage near Welwyn village, featuring a homely atmosphere with garden and games room access, suitable for families and groups, and allows pets with a peaceful countryside setting.
Knebworth House is a historic stately home in Hertfordshire with over 500 years of Lytton family history. Visitors can explore the house interiors, extensive gardens, parkland, a dinosaur trail, and an adventure playground. The venue offers food, accessibility, and activities for children, making it a diverse day out in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Welwyn Garden City is a planned garden city and new town in Hertfordshire, England, known for its neo-Georgian architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and cultural amenities. It offers a unique blend of urban and rural features, walkable town centre, and good transport links to London and beyond.
This luxury 5-star property in Radlett accommodates up to 12 guests across 6 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass walls, a hot tub, private indoor pool, steam room, cinema, games room with bar, gym, and private parking in a serene neighbourhood.
Munden House is a historic family home and estate situated inside the M25 near London, known for its extensive grounds, film location use, and event hosting including weddings and corporate hire. It is not free to visit and requires entrance payment even for Historic Houses members.
The Library Suite is a one-bedroom cottage set in a tranquil private farm in Penn, Buckinghamshire, ideal for couples seeking a peaceful countryside retreat with scenic walks and local attractions nearby.
Hall Barn is a historic house venue in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, primarily featuring outdoor gardens and marquee event spaces. It is available for weddings and exclusive use, with parking facilities including accessible and guest parking.
A historic rural lodge built during the reign of Henry VIII offering a homely and family-focused atmosphere with shared garden space and games room amenities.
This private villa and separate annex is set in 10 acres of private grounds and offers a high-quality, stylish accommodation suitable for large groups or families with a variety of luxury facilities and outdoor activities.
Camfield Place is a thirteenth-century manor rebuilt in an Italianate style, featuring interiors designed by Dame Barbara Cartland. Visitors can tour the historic state rooms, enjoy literary heritage stories, explore Capability Brown-designed gardens, and conclude their visit with a high tea in an elegant dining room.
This charming rebuilt former granary barn is a four-bedroom farmhouse set in tranquil countryside near Tring, offering a peaceful, scenic retreat with a spacious garden and patio area, ideal for families or groups seeking a rural escape.
Pitstone Windmill is a historic 17th century post mill in Buckinghamshire, known as the earliest windmill dated in the British Isles. Visitors can explore the outdoor site and learn about traditional corn milling. The National Trust manages the site, which is open to the public on summer Friday afternoons.
This spacious ground-floor bungalow in the quaint village of Penn offers a peaceful and homely retreat with a beautiful garden, accommodating up to 4 guests and welcoming pets, ideal for families or groups seeking countryside relaxation near walking trails and local pubs.
Hughenden Manor is a Victorian mansion and former country house of Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, featuring historic rooms, memorabilia, and extensive gardens in Buckinghamshire. Now owned by the National Trust, it offers visitors a blend of indoor historical experience and outdoor natural beauty with views over the valley.
3 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
A family activity trail in Hughenden’s formal gardens, inspired by the children’s book The Great Big Halloween Hunt. Children can search, play and explore along the route.
Oak Cottage is a bright and modern barn conversion located in a tranquil countryside setting on a working farm near Ware, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere surrounded by rural landscapes and farm animals, suitable for families and guests seeking a private retreat.
Woodhall Park is an 18th-century neo-classical house in Hertfordshire recently restored, featuring beautiful walled gardens with wildflower meadows and luxury accommodation, mainly serving as an exclusive wedding venue.
This is a spacious holiday home located near Northwood and Moor Parks, suitable for families and groups, with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, close to local amenities and transport links to central London.
Harlequin Watford is a large indoor shopping centre in Hertfordshire featuring over 145 stores, a cinema, restaurants, and extensive parking, providing a comprehensive retail and leisure experience.
Watford is a historic market town and borough in Hertfordshire, England, offering a walkable town centre with rich cultural venues, historic sites, parks, shopping centres, and excellent rail and local transport connections.
A cosy ground floor one-bedroom annexe offering open-plan living with countryside surroundings near the Chiltern Hills and local village amenities.
A charming couples retreat cottage situated on a private non-working farm in the Chilterns with scenic rural surroundings, outdoor seating, and close proximity to village amenities and natural beauty.
Eden Shopping Centre in High Wycombe is a large indoor retail and entertainment complex featuring over 100 shops, a cinema, bowling alley, and a library with step-free access, complemented by ample parking and an adjoining bus station. It serves as a major regional shopping destination with facilities and events catering to all ages.
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Families can use the Stranger Folk app to follow an interactive adventure inspired by British folklore at Hughenden, working together to heal a rift between the human and spirit worlds. The story features characters such as a mysterious Old Crone, goblins and boggarts.
A luxurious six-bedroom country farmhouse set within a 400-acre working farm, offering spacious accommodation with garden and tennis court in a rural countryside setting near local villages and attractions.
A cosy ground floor apartment in Biggleswade suitable for up to two guests, featuring an open plan living space, a double bedroom, and shared lawned garden area, located within walking distance of local amenities and countryside attractions.