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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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Gawthorpe Hall
An Elizabethan gem in the heart of industrial Lancashire with extensive grounds to explore and a hidden Walled Garden.
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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.
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. From guided walks and talks to outdoor theatre events, 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
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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
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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.
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Conserving Rufford’s 17th century painting
A project is underway to conserve Rufford’s 17th century Extensive Landscape with Exotic Flowers painting by Gommaert van der Gracht.
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What's happening in Lunt?
Sefton Council have agreed to sell 78 hectares of disused farmland to the National Trust in the Lunt area of Sefton. We're exploring opportunities to create new woodlands and more diverse, nature-rich, habitats for nature like wetlands and species rich grassland.
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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Preserved In Print
The Hardmans' House, Liverpool, MerseysideVisit our special exhibition at Liverpool Record Office, featuring original items and stunning photos from the Hardmans' collection. Sponsored by CEWE.
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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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Lovely Lace
Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, LancashireMeet our expert lace makers and discover more about this wonderfully intricate craft.
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Guided Bat Walk
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolGo on a twilight tour of Speke's grounds with ranger Ian to discover and spot the different bat species that call this place home.
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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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Formby Footprint Walks
Formby, LiverpoolJoin National Trust archaeologist Jamie on a walk to discover the fascinating archaeology found underfoot on Formby beach.
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Apple Day
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolJoin us in the Orchard this September 29 for a scrumptious and informative Apple Day, in conjunction with Alchemic Kitchen.
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The Victorian Haunted Mansion
Speke Hall, Speke, LiverpoolThis autumn, Speke Hall transforms into a Victorian Haunted Mansion! Wander through eerie rooms inspired by Gothic classics like The Raven and The Picture of Dorian Gray. Open 2nd Oct - 3rd Nov. Admission required.