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Liverpool and Lancashire

From Tudor halls and an early 20th-century photographers' studio to the childhood homes of the Beatles, glorious parks and beautiful gardens. Discover these very special places in Liverpool and Lancashire on your next day out.

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Top places to visit in Liverpool and Lancashire

Speke Hall 

A green oasis on the edge of Liverpool with a rare Tudor house at its heart

Speke, Liverpool

Partially open today
An exterior shot of a black and white Tudor house sat amongst well manicured greenery and shrubs.

Rufford Old Hall 

A fine Tudor house and colourful garden, home to five centuries of Lancashire and Hesketh family history

near Ormskirk, Lancashire

Closed now
A winter view of Rufford Old Hall

Gawthorpe Hall 

An Elizabethan gem in the heart of industrial Lancashire with extensive grounds to explore and a hidden Walled Garden - open on selected days.

near Burnley, Lancashire

Partially open today
Visitors in the garden at Gawthorpe Hall, Lancashire: a child stands on railings with the house in the background

The Beatles' Childhood Homes 

Book a tour of the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney in Liverpool.

Woolton and Allerton, Liverpool

Closed now
View of Paul McCartney's childhood bedroom at 20 Forthlin Road, Liverpool

The Hardmans' House 

A 1950s time capsule of Liverpool life and creativity, the home and photographic studio of the Edward Chambré and Margaret Hardman

Liverpool, Merseyside

Closed now
The developing room at the Hardmans' House in Liverpool; a room with light green walls and a window with roller blind; photography paraphernalia fills the room.

Holcombe Moor and Stubbins Estate 

Spread over acres of wooded hillside, farmland, and moorland, Holcombe Moor and Stubbins Estate forms part of the West Pennine Moors, a popular destination for outdoor and nature enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy.

Bury

Fully open today
Peel Tower

Arnside and Silverdale 

A place to explore miles of coastal countryside from clifftops to woodland and wildflower meadows.

near Arnside, Cumbria

Fully open today
A view from Arnside Knott, with scrubland and trees which stretches out into the estuary. It's a grey day and there are clouds overhead. The viaduct at Arnside stretches out into the water.

Heysham Coast 

Beautiful sandstone headland renowned for its eighth-century chapel and rock hewn graves; a wonderful urban green space

Lancashire

Fully open today
View towards the eighth century chapel from the beach at Heysham Coast, Lancashire

Things to see and do with the family in Liverpool and Lancashire

Looking for places to visit with the kids in Liverpool and Lancashire? Explore days out in nature, fun things to do for all the family and places to spot wildlife all year round.

Family-friendly places in Liverpool and Lancashire 

Plan your family day out in Liverpool and Lancashire. From the beauty of the great outdoors and amazing histories to play areas, balance bikes and even a maze, there's something for the whole family to enjoy rain or shine.

A family of two adults and two children in the garden at Rufford Old Hall. They are dressed for winter and the woman is pointing at something out of frame.

Christmas holidays across the North West 

From winter illuminations to houses dressed for the season, there's plenty of festive things for you to try as a family in Cheshire and Manchester. Plan ahead and find a Christmas event near you.

Children meeting Father Christmas at Speke Hall, Liverpool

What's on in Liverpool and Lancashire

Upcoming events in Liverpool and Lancashire 

From Christmas concerts and breakfast with Father Christmas, to guided walks and talks, find out what’s on in Liverpool and Lancashire to make your next visit even more memorable.

A costumed volunteer points at something out of shot in front of a group of visitors at Speke Hall, Liverpool

Places to eat and shop in Liverpool and Lancashire

Eating and shopping at Speke Hall 

Home Farm restaurant is open every day for you to grab a drink or a bite to eat. Afterwards, pop into the second-hand bookshop to find a pre-loved gem.

Exterior view of the brick restaurant building, featuring a sign announcing "Restaurant. Delicious Home Made Food," a historical plaque, dark windows, a doorway and a child's stroller. Outdoor seating is situated nearby.

Eating, drinking and second-hand bookshop at Rufford Old Hall 

Treat yourself to tasty treats inside or outside the cosy tea-room at Rufford or escape into the Coach House to discover our second-hand bookshop.

Girl sipping a large cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows on the top

Visit the National Trust without a car

Whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot, there are many places in Liverpool and Lancashire that you can visit without a car.

Places you can visit in Liverpool and Lancashire without a car 

Plan your visit to the places in our care in Liverpool and Lancashire by train, bus, bike or on foot for a sustainable day out.

White shuttle bus outside a stately home

Our work in Liverpool and Lancashire

Our work in Liverpool and Lancashire 

As a conservation charity, find out what we're doing to care for nature and history at National Trust places in Liverpool and Lancashire.

View of the Formby landscape from a drone showing the sea, beach and dunes

Get involved

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in our work across Liverpool and Lancashire.

Volunteering in Liverpool and Lancashire 

From guiding tours of historic houses to helping outdoors in nature conservation, find out how you can volunteer for a great cause near you.

Volunteer room guide speaking with visitors in the Great Hall at Speke Hall, Liverpool

Supporter groups in Liverpool and Lancashire 

The Liverpool and Lancashire supporter groups help support their local places with fundraising and volunteering. Find out more about what they do and how you can get involved.

A volunteer led guided tour around Wray Castle in Cumbria

Upcoming events

Gawthorpe Textiles Collection exhibition 

Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, Lancashire

A fantastic display of beautiful historic textiles from the collection of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, across five rooms of the Hall.

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1 Apr to 1 Nov 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00+ 154 other dates or times

Talk: Riot and Rebellion! The Power Loom Riots 

Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, Lancashire

In April 1826 a group of 1,000 angry handloom weavers began attacking the looms and mills of East Lancashire. Find out more about the power loom riots in this talk marking the bicentennial year.

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30 Apr 2026
at 13:00 to 14:00

Holcombe 10 

Holcombe Moor and Stubbins Estate, Bury

Join the Sunnywood Project for a 10K or 10 Mile race across Holcombe Moor!

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16 May 2026
at 09:00 to 17:00

Talk: Elizabeth Raffald – Before Mrs Beeton, England’s Most Influential Housekeeper 

Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, Lancashire

A talk exploring the rise and fall of one of Britain’s most influential cookery writers - Elizabeth Raffald, by Manchester-based food historian Neil Buttery.

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22 May 2026
at 13:00 to 14:00

Presentation: Ladies of Leisure by History Wardrobe 

Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, Lancashire

A delightful talk exploring pleasures and pastimes in Jane Austen’s era, featuring marvellous original fashions and lively readings from Austen’s novels.

Event summary

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18 Jun 2026
at 18:30 to 20:00
Three people in winter clothes walking by a hedge with part of the property behind them

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.