Summer holidays at Speke Hall


Looking for things to do with the kids near Liverpool this summer? There's plenty to do at Speke Hall. Come out and play with free sports activities on the North Lawn, run wild in the maze and play areas or discover stories inside the Tudor house.
The gardens, estate, play areas and restaurant at Speke Hall are open every day, 10.30am–5pm. The house is open Wednesday-Sunday, 12.30pm–5pm (last entry at 4.30pm). You don't need to book your visit, just turn up. Entry is free for National Trust members and under 5s, admission charges apply to non-members. For everything you need to know before visiting, click here.
All sports activities are free to enjoy as part of your visit, thanks to funding from Sport England. Normal admission charges apply. Booking isn't needed, just turn up.

Outdoor theatre at Speke
From the magical journey of Finding the Fairies on 10 August to a hilarious twist on Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing on 24 August, make some unforgettable memories with your family in Speke's gardens this summer.
What families need to know
- You'll find toilets and baby-changing facilities at Home Farm and in the Dairy Courtyard next to the house.
- Home Farm restaurant offers tasty kids lunchboxes containing sandwiches, fruit, a treat and juice or water. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.
- You're welcome to bring a picnic. There's plenty of picnic tables, benches and spots to lay out a blanket. Please use the bins provided when you're finished.
- Balance bikes and small bikes with stabilisers are allowed, but please don't bring large wheeled bikes. The paths around the gardens and grounds are too narrow.
- Dogs are not allowed in the play areas, maze or Childe of Hale trail (except for assistance dogs).
- Buggies cannot be taken inside the house. You can leave them in the central courtyard in our designated buggy area, but please be aware this at your own risk.