Great days out in the UK

South West

Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust
www.wwt.org.uk
With an astounding array of wildlife from water voles to waders, hares to dragonflies, Slimbridge is home to the world's largest collection of swans, geese, and ducks. It is also the only place in the UK where you can see all six species of flamingo. Ticket prices apply.

The Eden Project, Cornwall
www.edenproject.com
With more than one million plants representing 5,000 species from all over the world, the Eden Project is one of the most exciting places to learn about the environment. Take a walk around the two gigantic Biomes - the biggest conservatories in the world. Ticket prices apply.

National Maritime Museum, Cornwall
www.nmmc.co.uk
Housed in an award-winning building in Falmouth harbour, this museum transports you into the world of small boats and Cornish maritime history. Climb to the top of the look out tower for breathtaking views over the harbour, docks and estuary. Ticket prices apply.

Trebah Garden, Cornwall
www.trebahgarden.co.uk
This spectacular 26-acre Cornish ravine garden is a sub-tropical paradise. The garden is home to a unique collection of rare and exotic plants, trees and shrubs, winding down to a private and secluded beach on the Helford River. Ticket prices apply.

Haldon Forest, Exeter
www.forestry.gov.uk
Whether you want a quiet gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there's something for everyone at this wonderful 3,500-acre woodland just 15 minutes from Exeter. Free admission although car-parking charges apply.

National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth
www.national-aquarium.co.uk
This superb aquarium has a total of 50 live exhibits, including three gigantic tanks, the largest of which holds two and a half million litres of water. Over 4,000 animals are displayed in life-like habitats such as local shorelines and coral reefs. Ticket prices apply.

Nothe Fort, Weymouth
www.fortressweymouth.co.uk
Up to 70,000 people a year visit this spectacular site, which was completed in 1872. Check out the fascinating architecture as well as the magnificent views of the Dorset coastline. Ticket prices apply.

SS Great Britain, Bristol
www.ssgreatbritain.org
Visitors can step back in time on board Brunel's SS Great Britain - the world's first great ocean liner. Explore the beautifully recreated First Class Dining Saloon, steerage quarters and new Engine Room. Audio tours of passengers' lives and authentic smells help bring the 19th century experience alive. Ticket prices apply.

Explore-At-Bristol, Bristol
www.at-bristol.org.uk
Explore-At-Bristol is one of the UK's most exciting hands-on science centres. Discover interactive exhibits and special exhibitions, take in a Planetarium show or join the Live science team for fun experiments and activities. Ticket prices apply.