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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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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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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 next 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 this autumn, rain or shine.
Gardens in Liverpool and Lancashire
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Exploring the garden and estate at Speke Hall
From peaceful strolls through colourful borders, to adventures in the woodland and spotting wildlife in the secret garden, there's plenty of seasonal joy to find at Speke Hall.
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Explore the gardens at Rufford Old Hall
The gardens at Rufford Old Hall have lots of variety, from giant squirrel topiary and beehives, to picnic spots in the orchard and peaceful walks by the canal.
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The garden at Gawthorpe Hall
Take a leisurely stroll around the formal garden with its views of the River Calder. The ornamental terraced garden to the north of the hall and landscaped garden to the south are an ideal place to pause and relax.
What's on in Liverpool and Lancashire
Upcoming events in Liverpool and Lancashire
There's always something new to see or do at National Trust places near you – join in a host of seasonal adventures and events for all ages. Find out what's on and what's coming soon in Liverpool and Lancashire to help make your next visit even more memorable.
Countryside in Liverpool and Lancashire
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Stubbins Estate and Holcombe Moor
Explore Lancashire’s countryside and wildlife across the Stubbins Estate and Holcombe Moor and discover its fascinating history.
Coast and beaches in Liverpool and Lancashire
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Things to see on the Heysham Coast
The Heysham Coast offers more than your average seaside stroll. Enjoy stunning views over Morecambe Bay and the Lake District, and discover the ruins of St Patrick’s Chapel, located on the headland.
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.
Our work in Liverpool and Lancashire
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Conservation work at Formby
Formby is one of the fastest changing stretches of coastline under the National Trust’s care. Discover how the team are working with nature to protect rare habitats and wildlife.
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Our work in the house at Speke Hall
Learn about the important work that the conservation team are doing to preserve Speke Hall in Liverpool and the tools they use to do so.
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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Winter Ranger Rambles
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolExplore and learn all about the history of the Speke Hall estate as our Area Ranger takes you on a winter tour.
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SOLD OUT - A Christmas Carol
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolJoin Charles Dickens as he brings to life one of the most famous ghost stories of all time. A tale of revenants and redemption, hauntings and humbug, seasonal spooks and sentiment. Performances from 5.45pm and 7.15pm on 30 November.
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Elizabethan Portrait Sketching
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolUnleash your inner artist in the inspiring surroundings of Speke Hall's Great Hall as Shakespeare North put on a relaxed portrait drawing session.
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Speke Hall Christmas Opening Weekends
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolJoin us for a timeless Christmas at Speke Hall this winter on our Christmas opening weekends.
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SOLD OUT - Christmas Ghost Stories
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolDon’t be alarmed by the tick of the clock or darkening shadows as you take part in an old Victorian tradition of ghost stories at Christmas.
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Meet Father Christmas (0-8 years)
Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskirk, LancashireMeet Father Christmas in his magical grotto and receive a special gift chosen for you.
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Victorian Christmas at Gawthorpe
Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, LancashireEnjoy the Hall decorated for the festive season and the Dining Room set for Christmas dinner. Visit the kitchen to learn about festive fare, plus craft activities for children, music and Father Christmas will be here.
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Christmas Craft Workshop
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolBring your children for some Christmas crafting fun this December at Speke Hall.