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
5.0 (12,101)
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$47
High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London

Combine London sightseeing with a white-knuckle speedboat ride on a 50-minute Thames River cruise. Board your modern speedboat and soak up the unparalleled views of …More

Combine London sightseeing with a white-knuckle speedboat ride on a 50-minute Thames River cruise. Board your modern speedboat and soak up the unparalleled views of...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (4,272)
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$88
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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$52
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
5.0 (3,052)
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$420
Stonehenge & the Cotswolds Including Admission from Bath

Be ready for an adventure that will transport you through centuries of history and into the heart of picturesque England. Wander through Castle Combe, one …More

Be ready for an adventure that will transport you through centuries of history and into the heart of picturesque England. Wander through Castle Combe, one...

8 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (254)
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$126
Walkabout Durham History Tour

While strolling along cobbled streets and riverside footpaths, you will view some of the world's best architecture and encounter gripping tales of the kings, Prince …More

While strolling along cobbled streets and riverside footpaths, you will view some of the world's best architecture and encounter gripping tales of the kings, Prince...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (118)
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$22
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 (959)
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$24
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 (205)
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$25
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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Likely to Sell Out

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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$266
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 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 (604)
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$47
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
3.9 (117)
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$24
Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

England is known for fish and chips, four seasons in a day, warm ale, history in spades and of course, a deeply ingrained age-old love …More

England is known for fish and chips, four seasons in a day, warm ale, history in spades and of course, a deeply ingrained age-old love...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (889)
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$20
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
4.8 (326)
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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
5.0 (743)
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$121
Jane Austen's Bath And History Trail

During my time in Bath I studied the history of Bath, its architects and residents who made this UNESCO World Heritage City a historical jewel. …More

During my time in Bath I studied the history of Bath, its architects and residents who made this UNESCO World Heritage City a historical jewel....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (121)
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$39
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 (1,235)
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$41
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