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 house and garden at Speke Hall, Liverpool.

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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

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

View across the garden and lawn to the South Front of Gawthorpe Hall with blue sky above on a sunny day

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Gawthorpe Hall

An Elizabethan gem in the heart of industrial Lancashire

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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.

View over Morecambe Bay estuary in the autumn. There is a tree on the left, and the sky is light blue and lilac.

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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

Exterior of Rufford Old Hall in spring, Lancashire

Gardens

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

Houses and buildings

Two men in red coats stood on top of moorland. One is pointing into the distance.

Walking trails

A dog sits patiently by his owners who are sat on a big yellow bench at the Top of the Gorge Festival 2019 at Cheddar Gorge, Somerset

Dog-friendly places

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.

Children playing in the garden at Speke Hall, Garden and Estate, Merseyside. Speke Hall is a Tudor manor house with Victorian interiors, including original William Morris wallpaper.

Things to do in the summer holidays

Let imaginations run wild while clambering over outdoor play areas. Bug hunt, dress up, and make wild art with nature’s materials. Seek and find among ancient trees and spy wildlife along lesser-trodden paths. Get active with sports-day games or race around a maze. And when it’s time to pause and recharge, unpack the picnic, refuel at a café or tuck into an ice cream. Click to start your summer adventure at Speke Hall, Rufford Old Hall, Gawthorpe Hall and more places in the North West.

Visitors on a guided nature walk at Sharpenhoe Clappers, Sharpenhoe, Bedfordshire

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.

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Exploring Holcombe Moor and Stubbins Estate

Whether you enjoy walking, running, bird watching, cycling or horse riding, enjoy spectacular views, woodland, riverside rambling and heritage.

Visitors walking their dogs at Arnside and Silverdale, Cumbria

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Things to do at Arnside Knott

Explore the hills and paths of Arnside Knott and climb to the top for sweeping views. What wildlife and rare wildflowers will you spot on your visit to Arnside Knott?

Tower-shaped stone structure on a hill overlooking countryside

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Things to see at Eaves Wood

Visit Eaves Wood at Arnside and Silverdale to discover centuries-old yew trees and a monument to Queen Victoria where you can pause to take in the view over Silverdale.

Looking from the limestone outcrop across Morecombe Bay at Heysham Coast, 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.

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

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Things to see at Jack Scout

Head to the Jack Scout cliffs at Arnside and Silverdale to see the Arnside tidal bore, go birdwatching then stay for the sunset views over Morecambe Bay from Giant’s Seat.

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.

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.

An adult and child explore an bluebell glade in spring

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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.

Visitors explore the sand dunes at Formby, Merseyside

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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.

A view over the Blue Drawing Room at Speke Hall with plush blue chairs and a large gold-framed mirror on the wall behind

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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.

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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Guided walk with the Friends of Gawthorpe

Gawthorpe Hall, near Burnley, Lancashire

Join the Friends of Gawthorpe for their annual stroll around Gawthorpe Hall's grounds and visit the walled garden.

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SOLD OUT - Outdoor Theatre - Little Women

Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskirk, Lancashire

An uplifting and heartfelt tale of the March sisters’ journey into adulthood and all the trials and triumphs that come with it, Little Women features authentic costuming and a beautiful musical score.