Summer Days Out
Image: children playing with jousting shadows behind

A feel-good summer

Tap into the explorer inside you, feel your playful side come to life and be inspired by ever-changing adventures with great days out at hundreds of historic sites across the country this summer – from glorious Victorian gardens to remote Roman forts and mighty medieval castles - your feel-good summer awaits... 

Join English Heritage today and unlock a whole year of great days out with annual membership from just £42, including free entry for up to six children.*

*Membership includes six accompanying children per adult member, under 18 and within the family group.

Days out for under £20

Looking for a family experience that won't break the bank?

From mighty Norman castles to atmospheric abbeys, we've listed our top picks for English Heritage family days out on a budget.

Discover days out on budget

Days out without a car

You don't need a car to have a great day out in history.

Many of our historic places can be visited by public transport, by bike, on foot - or a mixture. Here's a selection of the most easily accessible ones.

We are working with Good Journey to encourage car-free adventures where possible. Travel by train, bus or bicycle to receive a 20% discount off walk-up admission prices at selected sites.

Find more days out without a car
  • Book online and save 15%

    Beat the queue and book online to save 15% on your ticket price.

  • Enjoy so much more as a member

    From free or reduced pricing on hundreds of events and ulmited access to over 400 properties, our membership means affordable days out all year round.

  • Kids eat free

    Members spending £10 or more in our cafés this summer will receive up to two free children's lunch bags.

Search Events

Leave fields blank and click 'Search' to see all events

Types of events

  • Clash of Knights

    Experience the thrill of battle as you watch teams of knights battle it out for victory armed with clubs and shields.

  • Knights' Tournament

    Go back in time and get closer to the action as rival knights compete in the ultimate test of strength and skill.

  • Legendary Jousts

    Experience the exhilarating spectacle of speed and skill as four legendary knights compete for honour and glory.

  • Pirates!

    Witness some of history’s most famous pirates fight it out at close quarters, and listen to them tell their tales of life on the high seas.

  • Romans

    Head to the Roman encampment to see the fort brought back to life and hear first hand what life was like for Roman people.

  • Medieval Life

    Step back in time to medieval England and learn what life was like for ordinary people as you meet characters from the past.

'step into englands story