10-Day Family-Friendly Food and Accommodation Adventure in England

  1. Day 1: Harry Potter Studio Tour London
    1 hr 10 mins (20 miles) from Gatwick Airport

    Step into the magical world of Harry Potter on an interactive tour of the film studio. Learn how to cast spells and try butterbeer.

  2. Day 2: London Eye and Borough Market
    50 mins (7 miles) from Harry Potter Studio Tour London

    Ride the iconic ferris wheel, the London Eye, and get a bird's eye view of the city. Then head to Borough Market for gourmet street food.

  3. Day 3: Warner Bros. Studio Tour
    1 hr (20 miles) from London Eye and Borough Market

    Go behind the scenes of popular films and TV shows including James Bond and Downton Abbey. Experience practical effects and green screen technology.

  4. Day 4: Bath
    2 hr 15 mins (115 miles) from Warner Bros. Studio Tour

    Take a dip in the historic Roman Baths, tour the Gothic Bath Abbey, and visit the Jane Austen Centre. See the honey-colored Georgian architecture of Royal Crescent.

  5. Day 5: Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral
    1 hr (40 miles) from Bath

    Visit the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge and its visitor center. Continue to Salisbury to see the beautiful Gothic cathedral, home of the Magna Carta.

  6. Day 6: Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon
    2 hr (88 miles) from Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral

    Take in the natural beauty of Cotswolds with a scenic drive. Stop by Stratford-upon-Avon to see the birthplace of Shakespeare and his wife Anne Hathaway's cottage.

  7. Day 7: Warwick Castle
    35 mins (18 miles) from Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon

    Explore medieval history at Warwick Castle. Learn about the War of the Roses, stroll through beautiful gardens, and try archery and falconry.

  8. Day 8: Manchester
    2 hr (96 miles) from Warwick Castle

    Visit the interactive Museum of Science and Industry, Old Trafford stadium, or John Rylands Library in Manchester. Sample local delicacies at Curry Mile or in the Northern Quarter.

  9. Day 9: Lake District National Park
    2 hr (93 miles) from Manchester

    Enjoy scenic views, waterfalls, and forests with various walking and biking trails. Take a lake cruise or visit the Beatrix Potter Gallery.

  10. Day 10: York
    2 hr 30 mins (118 miles) from Lake District National Park

    Stroll through The Shambles, a well-preserved medieval street, learn about Viking heritage at the Jorvik Viking Centre, and marvel at the York Minster Cathedral.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Harry Potter Studio Tour London (3-4 hours, £47)
  • London Eye and Borough Market (3-4 hours, free to £35)
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour (3-4 hours, £47)
  • Bath (8-10 hours, various entry fees)
  • Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral (6-8 hours, £25)
  • Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon (8-10 hours, free to £40)
  • Warwick Castle (8-9 hours, £30)
  • Manchester (8-10 hours, free to £20)
  • Lake District National Park (10-12 hours, free)
  • York (8-10 hours, free to £15)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £234

Useful Tips

If you have less time, consider combining Bath and Stonehenge into a single day trip or skipping Stratford-upon-Avon. If you have more time, explore the cities of Bristol and Liverpool, or drive along the scenic route of the Peak District.

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