Location: Aylesbury
Top Things to do in Aylesbury
What to do and see in Aylesbury, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
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Urban area 71,997
Restaurants in Aylesbury
1. Abbotts View AlpacasAbbotts View Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 435 reviews
We are listed as closed everyday as we are open by appointment only (book a slot via our website). Our family run farm is located in glorious Buckinghamshire countryside offering Walks with Alpacas and private Group/Corporate Visits. Come and learn about these wonderfully inquisitive animals and take them for a walk around our 22 acres. Meet our rare breed sheep,pygmy goats, ducks, rabbits and guinea pigs and sample some of Jo's famous homemade cakes! Relaxing, peaceful and true escapism. Please note that as we are not an open farm visits are only by private booking only.
Reviewed By TSTB06
We had a fantastic, memorable family experience here! The session was very well organised and managed, the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable, the animals were all well cared for and loved, and there were lovely extra touches such as the tea and cake, feeding the other animals as well as the alpacas, and the sweet little shop of souvenirs! The booking system was straightforward and effective, with clear information on what to expect and how to come prepared, as well as reminders running up to the event. We would definitely recommend the experience!
2. Bucks County Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
The County Museum, in the historic heart of Aylesbury, is a fascinating place to visit with an exciting programme of exhibitions and events for all ages.
Reviewed By earthtravelller
Visited the museum to see the World War 1 Hundred Hearts exhibition by the Embroiderers Guild which was amazing. This is the second of these 100 Hearts exhibitions I have visited and they are so well presented and the stories behind them thought provoking. The exhibition had its own room which provided a peaceful back drop to the display. The museum itself is in a lovely old building in the heart of old Aylesbury so it is well worth a walk around the immediate locality and church to appreciate the architecture. The rooms within the museum lend themselves to the display of different items and themes and there is also the Roald Dahl exhibition in an adjacent building so it is easy to while away an hour or two here. Staff were friendly and welcoming, there is a small cafe area and gift shop too.
3. Waddesdon Manor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,278 reviews
Surrounded by views of Oxfordshire and the Chilterns Hills and just an hour by train or car from London, Waddesdon: A Rothschild House & Gardens, is an ideal place for a day out with family and friends. Explore the gardens, aviary, wine cellars and Renaissance-style chateau built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in 1874 to entertain the fashionable world and to house his collection of fine art. Renowned for afternoon teas, Waddesdon continues the tradition of entertainment and hospitality with events celebrating food and wine, and opportunities for you to explore the Manor's history, collections and gardens through changing exhibitions, talks and tours. Opening hours change with the seasons. Feb-Mar, Wed-Sun 10am-4pm, Apr-Oct, Wed-Sun 10am-5pm and Nov-Dec, Wed-Sun 11am-6pm. Timed tickets are needed for visiting the House, which is open Wed-Fri 12-4 (including the Bachelors' Wing), Sat-Sun 11-4 (excluding the Bachelors' Wing. There's lots to see, so last recommended admission 2.30pm.
Reviewed By DdraigGoch1948 - Watford, United Kingdom
This year the house and grounds have been decorated by the National Trust on the theme of a Winter Carnival and it is a really impressive display both within the house and in the grounds with a light show on the stables and also on the house and an "interesting" lighting show in the grounds. A really great day out and the Terrace Cafe is to be recommended
4. Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital Visitor's Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 248 reviews
Reviewed By JNewman93 - Derby, United Kingdom
I turned up expecting a small centre for wildlife rehabilitation, instead it was almost zoo sized! it was absolutely amazing! I honestly didn’t realise just how big this place is, speaking of zoo’s, tiggywinkles Centre is better than some zoo’s that I have been to. You can get right up close to the endearing wildlife within the centre such as ducks, hedgehogs, badgers, foxes, birds of prey, various deer to name a few. The staff a very knowledgeable and give talks and you can tell they are so keen about their work and the what they do for wildlife is exceptional! Its a brilliant visit set in a lovely area of England. I absolutely will be visiting again very soon. Thanks for an amazing day tiggywinkles.
5. Queens Park Arts Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By louisesA1543GL - Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Excellent classes and courses to do. Shame it's in Aylesbury which is a litter ridden tip of a town.
6. Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By DavidHolmes197 - Wanborough, United Kingdom
Visited o the 19th August 2020 during the current Covid restrictions and thus not all of the site was open but that did not distract form my day. Plenty of parking and the site is well signed inside to comply with Covid regulations and advice. Staff all pleasant and helpful. Entering the building to register I was amazed at what a great display n what is an old station brought on site from Oxford. Superb displays . 9 Good and clean toilets) . The weather was fairly atrocious at times but that did not stop a trip to the Royal mail travelling post office display or the Museum. Then another tea and lunch which was fine from the restricted menu ( again Covid the cause for the restriction) Social distancing rules in place which did make for a rather slow service on the cafe but the food and especially the tea and coffee were fine. Visiting the rets of the site was enjoyable with a goodly number of interesting exhibits. The short train ride was in keeping with the fact it is a rail centre and not a heritage line and ideal may be for those with youngsters having their first steam hauled train ride. Another peculiarity is the fact the site is split in half by The big Railway but two excellent foot bridges allow free passage between the two. Sadly hat appears to be an excellent miniature railway was not open . I should also mention the diligence with which they sanitised the areas for which that w s needed . An excellent day thank you
7. Brill Windmill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
A Grade II* listed post mill dating from the 1680s, Brill Windmill is owned by Brill Parish Council and is managed, maintained and opened to the public by The Brill Society, a registered charity. The Windmill is open to the public every Sunday between Easter and the end of September, from 2pm to 5pm. £2 for adults, 50p for children. For out of hours visits for groups please contact us via our website.
Reviewed By Georgiamay18
Make sure you enjoy an evening drink at The Pheasant at Sunset looking out to Brill Windmill, utterly delightful.
8. Coombe Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By cornflower187045 - Peterborough, United Kingdom
My partner wanted to bring me here as never been before and OMG it was absolutely brilliant.. Well worth the climb too,. then to see such magnificent views certainly wasn't disappointed.. Such a beautiful monument. Lovely to see the young calf's just on the hillside. Yes parking was a no go but tbf we didn't arrive till early afternoon. So parked by a pub. A very special day. Monument was immaculate!
9. Waddesdon Greenway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Waddesdon Greenway is a shared cycling and walking route linking Aylesbury Vale Parkway Station with the village of Waddesdon and Waddesdon Manor. The trail runs for about 4km along a flat, surfaced path, which is suitable for walkers, cyclists, scooters and wheelchair users.
Reviewed By CopCop83
Generally we go here every Sunday morning - a perfect little stroll! Lots of wild animals too so keep your eyes peeled. It’s perfect for us but a few little things to note... there is virtually no shade (not a problem today but during the blazing sun it can be scorching), there’s no litter bins (so keep hold of your litter or use the litter bin at the Waddesdon ticket office) and also watch out for some not so friendly cyclists! Everyone is very friendly with the exception of a few cyclists who clad themselves up in full Lycra (they really shouldn’t), ride road bikes and race at full speed on the path and think it’s a time trial. They really should be on the roads as opposed this beautiful little walk.
10. Orchard View Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
Orchard View Farm is a working farm with a cafe, farm shop and butchery hidden away in a small hamlet in Little Meadle. About Us... Our farm is family run and staffed by quite the loveliest people we know. Together we are building a ‘home from home’ for family and friends to gather and enjoy our lovingly prepared food, surrounded by the beautiful animals that keep this place running. Our philosophy is simple; we believe that our animals deserve the very best and that our customers deserve exactly the same. That means a great quality of life for our animals and great quality food at great prices for our customers. All of our food is fresh from the farm or selected from fabulous local suppliers, we are open six a days a week, all year long.
Reviewed By Unclebob007 - Aylesbury, United Kingdom
Stopped off to visit the farm shop and discovered they also have a cafe. When I say cafe, it is much more than that, as the meat comes from the farm butcher. My daughter had slices of lamb with Greek salad, I had a picnic box with scotch egg, half a homemade sausage roll, home made quiche and some coleslaw and my wife an avocado, bacon and chicken salad. Everything tasted really fresh and the lamb was so tender, having been cooked on the open grill. Really well thought out, too, with the social distancing etc; order and pay via the website, so make sure you have a phone. Couldn’t fault it and we’ll definitely be back...the rib eye steak and wine for £20 really took my eye! Only thing I would suggest, for lunches, are smaller bites like a steak sandwich, bacon and Brie sandwich etc
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