Choose a holiday rental for your East of England getaway
Learn about the unique charm of East of England with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. Take in top local attractions such as O2 Arena and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around East of England
Do you want to discover attractions to see during your stay? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes East of England a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- National Stud (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
- Banham Zoo (22.4 mi / 36 km)
- Jimmy's Farm (24.9 mi / 40.1 km)
- Colchester Zoo (26.3 mi / 42.3 km)
- Chelmsford City Racecourse (26.9 mi / 43.2 km)
- Larkwood Trout Fishery (5.8 mi / 9.3 km)
Exploring the natural features in East of England
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in East of England. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Ickworth House (0.7 mi / 1.2 km)
- Kentwell Hall (9.2 mi / 14.9 km)
- Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve (15.9 mi / 25.6 km)
- Bressingham Steam and Gardens (20.9 mi / 33.6 km)
- Parker's Piece (21.7 mi / 35 km)
- University Botanic Gardens (21.7 mi / 35 km)
Transport to and around East of England
Fly into Cambridge (CBG), the closest airport, located 19.6 mi (31.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into London (STN-Stansted), which is 28.1 mi (45.2 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Bury St Edmunds Station, Thurston Station and Kennett Station are the main stations in the area. You can get around East of England by catching a ride on the metro at Epping Underground Station, Theydon Bois Underground Station or Debden Underground Station.