Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in England (Updated 2026)

England, United Kingdom
London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs

Discover ancient ale houses and literary drinking dens on a 3.5-hour afternoon pub tour of London. Centered on the area in and around the City …More

Discover ancient ale houses and literary drinking dens on a 3.5-hour afternoon pub tour of London. Centered on the area in and around the City...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$48
Blenheim Palace and The Cotswolds Day Trip from London

Discover the resplendent English county of Oxfordshire, an area renowned for its rolling green hills, spectacular stately homes and quintessentially English market towns. See beautiful …More

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Discover the resplendent English county of Oxfordshire, an area renowned for its rolling green hills, spectacular stately homes and quintessentially English market towns. See beautiful...

10 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (652)
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$107
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

The tour takes you around some of the more interesting sights of the beautiful city of Newcastle. On it you will hear about the history …More

The tour takes you around some of the more interesting sights of the beautiful city of Newcastle. On it you will hear about the history...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (580)
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$41
England’s Fastest Zipline at the Eden Project

Soar over the Eden Project on England’s fastest zipline – the Skywire. Reaching speeds of up to 60mph, you’ll fly in a Superman-style harness above …More

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Soar over the Eden Project on England’s fastest zipline – the Skywire. Reaching speeds of up to 60mph, you’ll fly in a Superman-style harness above...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (140)
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$49
The Premier Classic London: Private Black Cab Tour Inc Pickup

Experience the perfect way to see many London landmarks in a short amount of time with a knowledgeable driver guide and see the most popular …More

Experience the perfect way to see many London landmarks in a short amount of time with a knowledgeable driver guide and see the most popular...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$421
Shakespeare Distillery Tour - 1pm Ticket

Shakespeare Distillery is the only working distillery in Stratford upon Avon. We look to the Tudor period to influence the spirits we produce. Our award-winning …More

Shakespeare Distillery is the only working distillery in Stratford upon Avon. We look to the Tudor period to influence the spirits we produce. Our award-winning...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (665)
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$31
A Walk Through Time: History of Liverpool Walking Tour

Come and join us on a Walk through Time. Discover and Learn the Full Real History of Liverpool through the ages with our History Walking …More

Come and join us on a Walk through Time. Discover and Learn the Full Real History of Liverpool through the ages with our History Walking...

1 hour 50 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (957)
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$27
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters

This tour is not just about Durham, the place, but its people and the stories behind them. From Durham's Narnia connection to its mining heritage, …More

This tour is not just about Durham, the place, but its people and the stories behind them. From Durham's Narnia connection to its mining heritage,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (294)
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$15
Fully guided Bristol Ghost Tours

Bristol Ghost Tours provides the only dedicated ghost tour currently available in Bristol. All of our guides are in character and costumed appropriately. Similar to …More

Bristol Ghost Tours provides the only dedicated ghost tour currently available in Bristol. All of our guides are in character and costumed appropriately. Similar to...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (203)
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$24
British Museum Guided Tour with Priority Timeslots(Small Group)

Because there is so much to see, you could spend a week at the British Museum and still not discover it all. See the main …More

Because there is so much to see, you could spend a week at the British Museum and still not discover it all. See the main...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (602)
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$48
Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip from London with Guided Cathedral Tour

Escape the hustle-bustle of London for a day and travel to the English countryside for a tour of Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and Dover. Enjoy …More

Escape the hustle-bustle of London for a day and travel to the English countryside for a tour of Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and Dover. Enjoy...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$143
Alton Towers Waterpark

The Alton Towers Waterpark boasts loads of fantastic interactive water features. Float on lazy rivers, paddle and play in Little Leak enjoying our brand new …More

The Alton Towers Waterpark boasts loads of fantastic interactive water features. Float on lazy rivers, paddle and play in Little Leak enjoying our brand new...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
3.8 (116)
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$24
Oxford Official University & City Tour

An Oxford Official Walking Tour is the best way to explore the "City of dreaming spires". Led by one of our knowledgeable guides this award-winning …More

An Oxford Official Walking Tour is the best way to explore the "City of dreaming spires". Led by one of our knowledgeable guides this award-winning...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,233)
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$41
Ghost Bus Tour of York

Discover York’s sinister side on this 1-hour ghost bus tour, led by a hellishly hilarious guide. Visit some of city’s spookiest sights and learn about …More

Discover York’s sinister side on this 1-hour ghost bus tour, led by a hellishly hilarious guide. Visit some of city’s spookiest sights and learn about...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
Private Guided Tour of The Victoria and Albert Museum - 3 Hour

We provide bespoke, friendly and informative guided visits to suit all clients, ensuring that your tour will be as entertaining as it is informative. We …More

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We provide bespoke, friendly and informative guided visits to suit all clients, ensuring that your tour will be as entertaining as it is informative. We...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (94)
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$265
Chocolate Bar Making Workshop at York Cocoa Works

Chocolate Bar Making York is home to some of the world's most famous chocolate bars. Join us in our academy and learn how to create …More

Chocolate Bar Making York is home to some of the world's most famous chocolate bars. Join us in our academy and learn how to create...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (227)
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$36
British Motor Museum Entry Ticket in Gaydon

Our family-friendly Museum offers a colourful insight into the British motor industry – from the popular ‘Time Road’ to the ‘Under the Skin’ interactive zone, …More

Our family-friendly Museum offers a colourful insight into the British motor industry – from the popular ‘Time Road’ to the ‘Under the Skin’ interactive zone,...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$24
Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour from London including Admission

Visit Stonehenge, Bath and the English countryside on this full-day tour from London. By visiting 2 locations rather than 3 the tour has a more …More

Visit Stonehenge, Bath and the English countryside on this full-day tour from London. By visiting 2 locations rather than 3 the tour has a more...

11 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (586)
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$115
Seven Sisters & South Downs Tour with Train Tickets Included

Enjoy this full day, small group, luxury minibus/train tour of The South Downs National Park and The Seven Sisters. You will meet your guide in …More

Enjoy this full day, small group, luxury minibus/train tour of The South Downs National Park and The Seven Sisters. You will meet your guide in...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$121
30 Minute Raptor RIB Ride Activity in Torquay

Once kitted up in lifejackets and having had a safety brief we will depart Torquay Marina and head along the coast stopping at secluded bays, …More

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Once kitted up in lifejackets and having had a safety brief we will depart Torquay Marina and head along the coast stopping at secluded bays,...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$63
Golden Tours York Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour with Audio Guide

See your favourite York landmarks with this hop-on, hop-off open-top bus tour around the town's best loved sites, with a live guide. Sit back and …More

See your favourite York landmarks with this hop-on, hop-off open-top bus tour around the town's best loved sites, with a live guide. Sit back and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$22
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