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

England, United Kingdom
London Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour with Live Guide

New route from See London By Night, London's original night tour operator with TOP-DECK GUARANTEE. Experience the magic of Christmas in London with its famous …More

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New route from See London By Night, London's original night tour operator with TOP-DECK GUARANTEE. Experience the magic of Christmas in London with its famous...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$30
Indoor Illuminated 9 Hole Golf in Matlock Bath Peak District

Get ready for an entirely new kind of thrill in Matlock Bath! Bonkers Illumination Golf is not your average mini-golf experience – it’s a fresh …More

Get ready for an entirely new kind of thrill in Matlock Bath! Bonkers Illumination Golf is not your average mini-golf experience – it’s a fresh...

45 minutes
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$10
London Theatre: Mamma Mia!

In Mamma Mia, the global phenomenon based on the songs of ABBA, we meet Donna, a feisty forty-something single mum, who recalls the distant memories …More

In Mamma Mia, the global phenomenon based on the songs of ABBA, we meet Donna, a feisty forty-something single mum, who recalls the distant memories...

2 hours 35 minutes
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$30
Downton Abbey and Highclere Castle Tour from London

Explore Highclere Castle, the Cotswolds village of Bampton and other sites made famous by the hit British TV series 'Downton Abbey' on this full-day tour …More

Explore Highclere Castle, the Cotswolds village of Bampton and other sites made famous by the hit British TV series 'Downton Abbey' on this full-day tour...

11 hours
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$245
Epic Karting in the Centre of Birmingham

Teamworks Karting Birmingham is the ideal choice for all types of group events, from fun days out, kids parties, stag and hen events and corporate …More

Teamworks Karting Birmingham is the ideal choice for all types of group events, from fun days out, kids parties, stag and hen events and corporate...

1 hour 15 minutes
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$56
London's Top Sights Private Tour with Blue Badge Tour Guide

Experience London like never before with your very own private, expert Blue Badge Tour Guide, who will take you on a personalised journey through 30+ …More

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Experience London like never before with your very own private, expert Blue Badge Tour Guide, who will take you on a personalised journey through 30+...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$93
Royal Pavilion Brighton Admission Ticket

The Royal Pavilion is one of Britain’s most eccentric and extravagant palaces previously occupied by three monarchs, George IV, William IV and Queen Victoria. Built …More

The Royal Pavilion is one of Britain’s most eccentric and extravagant palaces previously occupied by three monarchs, George IV, William IV and Queen Victoria. Built...

10 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
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$29
Stratford-upon-Avon to London: Scenic Transfer via The Cotswolds

Think of this as the easiest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to London — without wasting a day. We’ll pick you up at 10:30am in …More

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Think of this as the easiest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to London — without wasting a day. We’ll pick you up at 10:30am in...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$107
Explore Bristol's Iconic Victorian Steamship

These tickets allow all-day access to the iconic steamship, dockyard and two museums at Bristol Dockyards. Sitting proudly on the glass ‘sea’, SS Great Britain …More

These tickets allow all-day access to the iconic steamship, dockyard and two museums at Bristol Dockyards. Sitting proudly on the glass ‘sea’, SS Great Britain...

90 to 240 minutes
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$30
Shakespeare's Birthplace - Includes New Place Gardens

Visiting Shakespeare's home town? Take a walk in the footsteps of a literary giant and explore the building where he was born and grew up …More

Visiting Shakespeare's home town? Take a walk in the footsteps of a literary giant and explore the building where he was born and grew up...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
4.0 (108)
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$34
Oasis Wonderwalk Tour – The Ultimate Oasis Experience!

Join Joe, an Oasis insider who went to school with the Gallagher brothers, on an exclusive Oasis-themed walking tour of Manchester! Whether you're a die-hard …More

Join Joe, an Oasis insider who went to school with the Gallagher brothers, on an exclusive Oasis-themed walking tour of Manchester! Whether you're a die-hard...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$27
Paddleboarding Adventures in Tonbridge

Unleash your inner adventurer on the tranquil waters of the River Medway with paddleboarding sessions led by Ana, a certified British Canoeing Level 3 Coach. …More

Unleash your inner adventurer on the tranquil waters of the River Medway with paddleboarding sessions led by Ana, a certified British Canoeing Level 3 Coach....

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$82
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & White Cliffs

This exclusive private tour, which is lead by a local guide with a PhD from Cambridge, will enable you to enjoy Kent's top three locations …More

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This exclusive private tour, which is lead by a local guide with a PhD from Cambridge, will enable you to enjoy Kent's top three locations...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,227
London Dragon Hunt - Self-Guided Treasure Hunt Adventure

Step into the historic heart of London, where medieval alleyways meet glass skyscrapers - and dragon statues guard the boundaries. Guided by cryptic clues sent …More

Step into the historic heart of London, where medieval alleyways meet glass skyscrapers - and dragon statues guard the boundaries. Guided by cryptic clues sent...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
Downton Abbey and Castle Taxi Tour from London with Hotel Pickup

Be treated like Royalty, which is what you deserve on this special tour. Become Lord or Lady Grantham for the day as we visit the …More

Be treated like Royalty, which is what you deserve on this special tour. Become Lord or Lady Grantham for the day as we visit the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (69)
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$1,315
London Vintage Bus Tour with Cream Tea at Harrods

Discover London’s top attractions by vintage double-decker bus and Thames River cruise, and enjoy the Harrods cream tea with scones served with a glass of …More

Discover London’s top attractions by vintage double-decker bus and Thames River cruise, and enjoy the Harrods cream tea with scones served with a glass of...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$136
Liverpool Ultimate Beatles Ticket To Ride Half-Day PRIVATE Tour

A must for all Beatles fans, this Ultimate Ticket-To-Ride tour is packed full of iconic locations. On this half-day tour you will have time to …More

A must for all Beatles fans, this Ultimate Ticket-To-Ride tour is packed full of iconic locations. On this half-day tour you will have time to...

4 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (12)
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$1,290
London and Sir Winston Churchill Private Walking Tour

Sir Winston Churchill is the most important Britain ever to have lived. Famed, respected, and loved by his friends, feared, railed against, and loathed by …More

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Sir Winston Churchill is the most important Britain ever to have lived. Famed, respected, and loved by his friends, feared, railed against, and loathed by...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$210
Luxury Private Yorkshire Dales National Park Tour

Our Tours are the only way to see Yorkshire and its beauty in a single day with complete privacy, security and comfort onboard the magnificent …More

Our Tours are the only way to see Yorkshire and its beauty in a single day with complete privacy, security and comfort onboard the magnificent...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,295
60 minute South Coast Helicopter Tour

Starting from Redhill Aerodrome you'll depart in one of EC120 helicopters or Robinson R44 Helicopters. Spend an hour soaring through the air for a grand …More

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Starting from Redhill Aerodrome you'll depart in one of EC120 helicopters or Robinson R44 Helicopters. Spend an hour soaring through the air for a grand...

1 hour
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$2,011
25 minute Royal Surrey Helicopter Tour

The Exclusive Flight is for hire of the whole helicopter, the aircraft will carry up to 3 passengers (R44) or up to 4 passengers (EC120) …More

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The Exclusive Flight is for hire of the whole helicopter, the aircraft will carry up to 3 passengers (R44) or up to 4 passengers (EC120)...

20 to 25 minutes
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$1,050
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