Thorne and Hatfield Moors

A blend of 1950s window displays and guided tours on old-world electric buses take you back in time in this comprehensive museum in the outskirts of Doncaster.

Watch the lions, tigers and polar bears in replica habitats, go shopping in the Safari Village and let your kids run wild in myriad play areas.

Spot the helicopter that saved Richard Branson and the replica of a plane from the very first U.K. airshow in this comprehensive window into the history of aviation.

Pottery shaped this region long after the Romans left their mark on Doncaster. Medals, trophies and artworks in this museum showcase this rich tapestry of history.

The organ, stained-glass windows and ecclesiastical carvings embellish the interior of this exceptional church, with Gothic tower and rose windows.

Georgian furnishings decorate the interior of this imposing Palladian structure. Today, afternoon tea is served amid the chandeliers, stained glass and pillars.