North West

Visitors at Lyme in the Italian Garden — Spring is sprung

A daughter and her father taking part in a discovery trail — Explore special places this Easter

Visitors in the garden at Speke Hall — See bluebells in the garden at Speke Hall

Explore magnificent houses, mighty castles, stunning coastline and dramatic landscapes.

Places to visit

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Visitors running in the grounds of Lyme Park, House and Garden, Cheshire — Running locations don't get much better than this

Get active outdoors in the North West

From gentle strolls to longer hikes in scenic surroundings, fast-paced running events for grown-ups to teaching little legs to ride a bike, there are plenty of ways to get active in the North West, all year round.

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Step into spring at special places

Spring walks in the North West

Step in to spring and shake off the winter cobwebs with our pick of top spring walks. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of the season as special places in the North West come to life.

Female Deer Grazing on historic parkland

Spring wildlife in the North West

As the weather warms, birds, insects and other wildlife are celebrating the new season. Spot spring wildlife at special places on your doorstep.

Visitors at Dunham Massey looking at an activity trail — Where are those Easter eggs hiding?

Spring family days out in the North West

Spring has arrived at special places in the North West and we'll be celebrating nature with outdoor discovery trails and events throughout the Easter holidays. There's even a chance to take part in a Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt with a chocolate reward for lucky nature detectives.

Plan your Easter adventure

Spring gardens in the North West

Soak up the sights and aromas of spring in the North West as leaves unfurl, and buds begin to blossom. Find a spring garden to visit near you as they finally awaken after the winter sleep.

Discover some of our favourite spring gardens

New for 2019

Art and exhibitions in the North West

Discover new exhibitions and art inspired by special places in the North West. Uncover previously untold stories from the past and see artworks from the National Portrait Gallery on display.

A print depicting the Peterloo Massacre in Manchester.

Marking the bicentenary of the Peterloo Massacre

In 2019 we'll be shining a light on two places in the North West with connections to the Peterloo Massacre and discovering more about their stories through art.

Artist Serena Korda installs her ceramic mushroom artwork — The Bell Tree, Serena Korda's installation in Speke's ancient woodland

What's on in the North West

From temporary exhibitions and guided tours, to seasonal events and workshops, there's always something new to discover at special places in the North West.

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A member of staff demonstrating one of the machines — Helmshore Mills Textile Museum

Finding a future for Lancashire’s historic mills

Lancashire’s crucial role in helping to define Britain’s industrial revolution is captured by two unique textile mills – amazing places that have an uncertain future. Find out how the National Trust is working with partners to to help find a future for Queen Street and Helmshore Mills.

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