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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The north front of Speke Hall, Merseyside. It shows the house with its black and white timber frame and the green of the north lawn.

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Speke Hall

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

Two children running across lawn in front of brick and timber house

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Rufford Old Hall

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

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

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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.

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

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The Beatles' Childhood Homes

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

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.

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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.

A sunny day at Jack Scout's cliffs at Arnside and Silverdale, Lancashire

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Arnside and Silverdale

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

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

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Heysham Coast

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

The exterior of Tudor house, Speke Hall in Liverpool

Houses and buildings

Two people in red coats walking down a narrow, man-made, pathway on top of moorland.

Walking trails

Colourful rhododendrons in the garden in June at Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire

Gardens

Exploring the low ropes course in the Strawberry Castle play area at Gibside

Family-friendly days out

Dog-friendly places

View of the trees with the sun glinting through the canopy

Countryside and woodland

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.

Family climbing on a Summer of Play activity wall at Dunham Massey in Cheshire

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.

An outdoor theatre performance taking place in the gardens

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.

Visitors enjoying ice cream at Sheffield Park and Garden, East Sussex

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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.

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

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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.

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.

White shuttle bus outside a stately home

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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

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

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

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

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.

A volunteer led guided tour around Wray Castle in Cumbria

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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.

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Summer of Play at Speke Hall

Speke Hall, Speke, Liverpool

Discover 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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Summer of Play at Rufford Old Hall

Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskirk, Lancashire

Come 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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