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

England, United Kingdom
Ghosts, Ghouls & Gallows : The Ultimate London Ghost Walk

Feel shivers down your spine on a ghost walk through London’s most haunted and historic sights. Follow the shadows into the city’s darkest corners on …More

Feel shivers down your spine on a ghost walk through London’s most haunted and historic sights. Follow the shadows into the city’s darkest corners on...

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$30
Tower Bridge River Sightseeing Cruise from Westminster

Embark on a classic 30-minute (one-way) or 1-hour (return) Thames sightseeing cruise. Enjoy live audio commentary in English and app audio commentary in English, French, …More

Embark on a classic 30-minute (one-way) or 1-hour (return) Thames sightseeing cruise. Enjoy live audio commentary in English and app audio commentary in English, French,...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$19
The Original London Street Art Tour

Join this walking group tour to discover the London you won't find in the guidebooks. Travel to the heart of the vibrant East End with …More

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Join this walking group tour to discover the London you won't find in the guidebooks. Travel to the heart of the vibrant East End with...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$27
Hidden London Walking Tour

An extraordinary walking tour through the nooks and crannies of old London. Journey into the past to discover the overlooked, forgotten, and hidden spots that …More

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An extraordinary walking tour through the nooks and crannies of old London. Journey into the past to discover the overlooked, forgotten, and hidden spots that...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
City Sightseeing Chester Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Explore the capital of Cheshire on this City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour! With a 24-hour pass, you can see the sights of Chester aboard our …More

Explore the capital of Cheshire on this City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour! With a 24-hour pass, you can see the sights of Chester aboard our...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$13
Cambridge After Dark: University Ghost Tour by Alumni™

Our 60-minute outdoor ghost tour. Wander through eerie streets where ghostly apparitions have been reported for centuries. We don’t use props or jump scares—instead, we …More

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Our 60-minute outdoor ghost tour. Wander through eerie streets where ghostly apparitions have been reported for centuries. We don’t use props or jump scares—instead, we...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$31
Beyond Paradise TV Show Locations Tour

Embark on an enthralling exploration of Looe in Cornwall through our Beyond Paradise tour. This 1 ½ hour walking excursion will lead you through the …More

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Embark on an enthralling exploration of Looe in Cornwall through our Beyond Paradise tour. This 1 ½ hour walking excursion will lead you through the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
Medieval History Walking Tour from The Tower of London

This wonderful walking tour along London's River Thames gets you up close with some of London's oldest sights (as well as some of its newest) …More

This wonderful walking tour along London's River Thames gets you up close with some of London's oldest sights (as well as some of its newest)...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk

Be entertained on this walk around the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon to hear tales of plague, murder, ghosts, beatings, witches, sewage and grave-robbing. This is a …More

Be entertained on this walk around the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon to hear tales of plague, murder, ghosts, beatings, witches, sewage and grave-robbing. This is a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$16
Secret Old London Guided Walking Tour

Walking through the most ancient part of London, you'll discover the remains of historic churches, gorgeous old pubs, and Tudor architecture. These quiet streets have …More

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Walking through the most ancient part of London, you'll discover the remains of historic churches, gorgeous old pubs, and Tudor architecture. These quiet streets have...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$27
Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building

The tour takes place through one of the most historic (and haunted) buildings in Stratford upon Avon. The character guide will relate the history and …More

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The tour takes place through one of the most historic (and haunted) buildings in Stratford upon Avon. The character guide will relate the history and...

55 minutes Free Cancellation
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$13
London Christmas Lights Open-Top Bus Tour with Live Guide

Experience the magic of Christmas in London aboard an open-top Big Bus sightseeing tour. Enjoy spectacular views of London's festive lights and decorations from your …More

Experience the magic of Christmas in London aboard an open-top Big Bus sightseeing tour. Enjoy spectacular views of London's festive lights and decorations from your...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Jack the Ripper Very Small Group Walking Tour in London

Two hour guided walk of the East End street the notorious killer Jack the Ripper knew. Led by a professional Ripperologist in a small group …More

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Two hour guided walk of the East End street the notorious killer Jack the Ripper knew. Led by a professional Ripperologist in a small group...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$102
Wildlife, Sea Cave and Bushcraft Kayak Safari in English Riviera

Sea Kayak Torbay offers expertly guided tandem sea kayak tours within the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, creating immersive experiences for all ages and abilities. …More

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Sea Kayak Torbay offers expertly guided tandem sea kayak tours within the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, creating immersive experiences for all ages and abilities....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$74
Journey Through Winchester's Past

Walk in the footsteps of the historical characters of Winchester's past: the Romans, Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Oliver Cromwell, and Henry VIII Bring …More

Walk in the footsteps of the historical characters of Winchester's past: the Romans, Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Oliver Cromwell, and Henry VIII Bring...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$16
Handel Hendrix House General Admission

In a single street in London, separated by a wall, are the homes of two of history’s most significant musical artists. 25 Brook Street is …More

In a single street in London, separated by a wall, are the homes of two of history’s most significant musical artists. 25 Brook Street is...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$20
Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London

Explore Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds, and discover the best of England in one day on this small group tour, maximum 16 people, from London. …More

Explore Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Cotswolds, and discover the best of England in one day on this small group tour, maximum 16 people, from London....

11 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$177
Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Hole

The Hole Escape Room is a fully immersive, state-of-the-art escape room experience, where you get to do the time without committing the crime! An adrenaline …More

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The Hole Escape Room is a fully immersive, state-of-the-art escape room experience, where you get to do the time without committing the crime! An adrenaline...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
SEA LIFE London Aquarium Admission Ticket

The Sea Life London Aquarium is home to one of Europe's largest collections of global marine life. You will find up to 400 species of …More

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The Sea Life London Aquarium is home to one of Europe's largest collections of global marine life. You will find up to 400 species of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Tower Bridge Admission Ticket

Discover the iconic Tower Bridge in London with an admission ticket that grants access to its historic walkways and fascinating Engine Rooms. Marvel at stunning …More

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Discover the iconic Tower Bridge in London with an admission ticket that grants access to its historic walkways and fascinating Engine Rooms. Marvel at stunning...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
Poole Harbour and Islands Circular Cruise

Enjoy a 70 minute cruise around Europe's largest natural harbour. Take in the fantastic views from our open decks as you pass picturesque Brownsea Island, …More

Enjoy a 70 minute cruise around Europe's largest natural harbour. Take in the fantastic views from our open decks as you pass picturesque Brownsea Island,...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation
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