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A combined tour of 'Mendips' and 20 Forthlin Road, Liverpool

Visit the childhood homes of John Lennon and Sir Paul McCartney -  your only opportunity to see where the Beatles met, composed and rehearsed many of their earliest songs.

Imagine walking through the back door into the kitchen where John's Aunt Mimi would have cooked him his tea, or standing in the spot where Lennon and McCartney composed 'I Saw Her Standing There'.

Join our custodians on a fascinating trip down memory lane, and take a moment to reflect on these incredible individuals. Visiting the Beatles' childhood homes in Liverpool is an absolute must for fans of any ages. The tours provide a real insight into Lennon and McCartney's humble beginnings.

The houses reopen from 25 February 2012. Tours in 2012 will run Wednesday - Sunday and on Bank Holidays. Please visit our online booking system or call 0151 427 7231 for details of tour times and pick up point locations

Some dates sell out well in advance, so book your tour online now.

Get your ticket to ride

A passenger steps onto the minibus used for tours to the Beatles' Childhood Homes © National Trust/Alex Muir

Our minibus is fully accessible

© National Trust/Alex Muir

You can only get inside these unique and atmospheric houses by taking our minibus tour. Our fully accessible minibus will take you to and from the houses in fine style.  Just decide which date and time you'd like to take the tour, buy your ticket and then sit back and enjoy.

Book tickets online via our online booking system or call 0151 427 7231 to make a booking over the phone.

Please book by phone if:

  • You have special access needs ie require a wheelchair or carer ticket
  • You want to book a ticket for a child under 5
  • You will need to borrow a car seat for a child