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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.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Liverpool and Lancashire

Speke Hall's north facade, framed by snow.
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Speke Hall 

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

Speke, Liverpool

Fully open today
A winter view of Rufford Old Hall
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Rufford Old Hall 

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

near Ormskirk, Lancashire

Fully open today
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.

Woolton and Allerton, Liverpool

Closed now
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

Liverpool, Merseyside

Closed now
View across the garden and lawn to the South Front of Gawthorpe Hall, Lancashire
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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.

near Burnley, Lancashire

Partially open today
Peel Tower
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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.

Bury

Fully open today
A view from Arnside Knott, with scrubland and trees which stretches out into the estuary. It's a grey day and there are clouds overhead. The viaduct at Arnside stretches out into the water.
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Arnside and Silverdale 

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

near Arnside, Cumbria

Fully open today
Looking from the limestone outcrop across Morecombe Bay 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

Lancashire

Fully open today

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.

Children playing the the autumn leaves

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.

What's on in Liverpool and Lancashire

Visiting Father Christmas in his magical Grotto at Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire

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. From guided walks and talks to meeting Father Christmas, find out what's on and what's coming soon in Liverpool and Lancashire to help make your next visit even more memorable.

Places to eat and shop in Liverpool and Lancashire

Visitors in the Home Farm restaurant at Speke Hall, Liverpool
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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.

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.

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

Ranger holding sphagnum moss

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.

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.

Upcoming events

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Meet Father Christmas (0-8 years) 

Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskirk, Lancashire

Meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto and receive a special gift chosen for you.

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8 Dec to 22 Dec 2024
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11:45 to 12:00
+ 80 other dates or times
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Storytime with Father Christmas 

Speke Hall, Speke, Liverpool

Bring you little ones and join Father Christmas in his study to gather round the fire place, as he reads you a short story to get you into the Christmas spirit

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8 Dec to 22 Dec 2024
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13:00 to 13:30
+ 19 other dates or times
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Festive Breakfast 

Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskirk, Lancashire

Give your little ones an extra special treat this Christmas and join us for a delicious breakfast. On selected dates during December, enjoy breakfast in the Victorian tea-room.

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13 Dec to 22 Dec 2024
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09:30 to 10:30
+ 5 other dates or times
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Christmas Ghost Stories - Sold Out 

Speke Hall, Speke, Liverpool

Don’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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13 Dec to 20 Dec 2024
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17:45 to 19:30
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Breakfast with Father Christmas 

Speke Hall, Speke, Liverpool

Bring your little ones for Breakfast with Father Christmas at Speke Hall on selected weekends in December. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, meet Father Christmas, sing along to some Christmas songs and post your letters.

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14 Dec to 22 Dec 2024
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08:45 to 10:30
+ 4 other dates or times
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The Tudor Songbook at Christmas 

Speke Hall, Speke, Liverpool

Treat someone to the gift of Tudor music this Christmas. Join soprano Jay Britton for a festive celebration in the Great Hall as she performs music from the Tudor period, all in full period costume and accompanied by a lutist.

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14 Dec 2024
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17:45 to 19:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Quiet Storytime with Father Christmas (Neuro Diverse Friendly) - Sold Out 

Speke Hall, Speke, Liverpool

Bring your little ones for a special quiet visit and join Father Christmas in his study to gather round the fire place, as he reads you a short story to get you into the Christmas spirit

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15 Dec 2024
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13:00 to 13:30
+ 3 other dates or times
Two visitors laughing at each other whilst admiring the Dining Room at Christmas at Lanhydrock, Cornwall

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.