25 Free Days Out in the UK to Save Money in 2026

ByVictoria Philpott Last Updated:

Looking for inspiration for brilliant days out for free? Here are my best ideas for free days out in the UK, and how best to enjoy them…

Uig Beach in Outer Hebrides

There are so many excellent things to do in England for a free day out. However you like to spend your time, it’s always better when it’s free, right?

With all the museums, parks, galleries and stunning countryside in our lovely little country there’s loads to do, you’ve just got to know where to go.

I’ve put together a list of my favourite free UK attractions to keep you and your family entertained for hours on end without breaking the bank.

Best Free Days Out in the UK

Here are some of my favourite UK free days out for you…

1. Check out the free museums in England

There are loads of free museums in England to enjoy. They’re one of the best ways to learn more about the country while having fun at the same time, and when they’re free, they’re even better.

Museum in england

What if you could travel back in time to see a dinosaur, explore ancient worlds, or discover more about slavery in England? With these great days out for free, you can.

  • The Natural History Museum in London is a brilliant place to see how natural history has changed over time.
  • The Natural Maritime Museum in London offers an interactive Ship Ahoy! gallery for kids who wish to play explorer or pirate. Children can dress as a sea captain, light the boiler of the steamer, and go crabbing in this gallery.
  • Visit the International Slavery Museum in Liverpool if you’re in the North of England. In addition to examining historical and present elements of slavery, the museum also serves as a global reference centre for information on human rights problems.

2. Enjoy the free parks and gardens in England

England is full of lovely green landscapes with colourful flowers and plenty of space to roam. We have the kinds of gardens in England you have to pay to get into, but also, the type where you’re free to roam as you please. Parks are definitely one of the best days out for free for outdoorsy types.

All the cities in England will have some great parks for you to play in, and the towns too. Parks and gardens are a great way for you to get friends and family together on the cheap, or free!

  • In London, Greenwich Park offers stunning views of Canary Wharf across the river, Regent’s Park is home to fragrant rose gardens, and Richmond Park protects old trees and roaming deer.
  • Crystal Palace Park has giant dinosaurs, a labyrinth, a sandpit, and a boating lake if you’re travelling with kids. There are more than 30 heritage-listed sculptures along the lakeside walk where you may see extinct stone animals. Continue your dinosaur-themed fun in the playground, where you’ll find bones and hatching eggs in the sandpit.

3. See free public art in England

Art does not have to be restricted to museums or galleries, as it can be seen all throughout England in the form of large-scale sculptures.

Shoreditch things to do

The Angel of the North by Anthony Gormley, located near Newcastle, has become a cultural symbol and one of England’s most important landmarks. The Angel of the North is said to be the world’s biggest angel sculpture, measuring 54 metres wide and 20 metres high (taller than four double-decker buses and wider than a jumbo jet’s wingspan).

Crosby Beach, located approximately six miles north of downtown Liverpool