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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
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Rufford Old Hall
A fine Tudor house and colourful garden, home to five centuries of Lancashire and Hesketh family history
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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.
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The Beatles' Childhood Homes
Book a tour of the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney in Liverpool.
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The Hardmans' House
A 1950s time capsule of Liverpool life and creativity, the home and photographic studio of the Edward Chambré and Margaret Hardman
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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.
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Arnside and Silverdale
A place to explore miles of coastal countryside from clifftops to woodland and wildflower meadows.
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Heysham Coast
Beautiful sandstone headland renowned for its eighth-century chapel and rock hewn graves; a wonderful urban green space
Top things to do in Liverpool and Lancashire
Things to see and do with the family
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.
Summer of Play across the North West
Get ready for a summer packed with adventure and imagination across the North West. Play together and make new memories with Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank. Find fun-filled activities at deer parks, cosy gardens – and even inside a giant industrial mill. Click to see what’s on this summer.
What's on in Liverpool and Lancashire
Upcoming events in Liverpool and Lancashire
From outdoor theatre events in beautiful gardens to guided walks and talks, find out what’s on in Liverpool and Lancashire to make your next visit even more memorable.
Places to eat and shop in Liverpool and Lancashire
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
Upcoming events
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Discovering Lace
Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, LancashireMeet our expert lace makers and see some fine examples of this wonderfully intricate craft.
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An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, LancashireAn exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family.
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Gawthorpe Textiles Collection exhibition
Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, LancashireA fantastic display of beautiful historic textiles from the collection of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, across four rooms of the Hall.
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Mini Makers
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolCrafty fun for little ones on selected Mondays throughout the year at Speke Hall's Home Farm Restaurant.
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The Craft House: a talk about Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth and her textile collection
Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, LancashireThis talk by the curator of Gawthorpe Textiles Collection tells the fascinating story of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, who grew up at Gawthorpe Hall and had a passion for textiles and craft.
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Summer of Play at Rufford Old Hall
Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskirk, LancashireCome out to play with your friends and family this summer. Between 18 July - 01 September (closed Wednesdays and Thursdays) embark on your next adventure at Rufford Old Hall.
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Summer of Play at Speke Hall
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolDiscover games galore in beautiful green spaces at Speke Hall as we celebrate a season of colour, creativity, and fun for all ages.
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Sense and Sensibility
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolThis summer prepare to be swept away by Jane Austen's timeless tale of love, heartbreak and social scandal. The Dashwood sister's bond is tested in a story filled with secrets, sacrifices and surprise in an adaptation brought by The Pantaloons.