North West England Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

19th century Arts & Crafts house, originally built for wealthy brewer, with spectacular interior and lake views

series of dioramas showing scenes from all the famous children's books, including Peter Rabbit's garden and Mrs Tiggy-Winkle's Laundry

This is the iconic Liverpool waterfront landmark with the buildings known as The Three Graces and the popular Beatles sculpture.

a delightful sheltered garden, with a partially restored watermill, renowned for its herbs and orchards, growing old English fruit varieties, and planted with over 250 medicinal and culinary herbs

former dock at the heart of Liverpool, now rejuvenated with shops and restaurants as well as The Tate Liverpool, The Beatles Story and Merseyside Maritime Museum

childhood homes of Lennon and McCartney, now owned by the National Trust, only accessible on a prebooked tour.

high above a meander in the River Irthing, in one of the most picturesque settings on Hadrian's Wall. A Roman fort, turret and milecastle can all be seen on this excellent stretch of the Wall.

collections covering fine art, decorative art, Egyptology, coins, manuscripts, natural history, social history and South Asia with hands on interactive displays for children

Six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, commonly known as the greatest free light show on Earth!

a formidable fortress spanning some 900 years of conflicts and sieges. Mary, Queen of Scots, was imprisoned here for some 19 years

dating back to the twelfth century with a long and turbulent history with excellent stone carvings and medieval stained glass windows

the only science centre, including museum solely devoted to chemistry and how the products of chemistry are used in every day life - from medicines to meccano, with 4 interactive galleries with over 100 different exhibits to tug, tease and test

local graphite mining led to the growth of the pencil industry. The museum gives an in depth guide to pencils and pencil making down the centuries

producing the famous Westmorland Green Slate, which has been extracted for centuries and offering a wealth of adventure experiences

this traditional brewery has nearly 200 years of brewing experience using pure Lakeland water drawn from the brewery’s own well

the quintessential country house, immortalised as' Pemberley' in the BBC's adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice', starring Colin Firth

Explore Liverpool’s fascinating, diverse history, from port to sport, in this modern, purpose-built waterfront museum.

historic narrow gauge railway, located in the Western part of the Lake District National Park with two main stations, Ravenglass and Dalegarth

created from a wetland area around a tranquil pool in a sheltered valley on the edge of Delamere Forest, planted in an informal design with beautiful views across the water

houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences as well as holding a wide range of temporary exhibitions

Wordsworth's birthplace and family home, presented as it would have been when he lived here with his siblings and family servants

a place of enormous character, charm and interest. Visitors are frequently struck by the warm and intimate atmosphere and the feeling that Arley is a much-cherished family home with beautiful landscaped gardens

185 acres of extensive conifer woods and moorland with forest walks and viewpoints including a summit of 266m above sea leavel

this quirky, little house on Stock Beck, dates back to the seventeenth century. It has been painted and photographed many, many times

Wordsworth's home for over 8 years and where he wrote many of his famous poems, retaining much of the original furniture and ephemera

7 hectare park with mountain views across Windermere, wild play area and multiple activities on and off the lake for all ages and abilities

surrounded by a picturesque garden, Beatrix Potter's beloved farm house was the source of inspiration for many of her famous stories

started as a small private collection, which quickly outgrew its original premises, this new, spacious museum was opened in 2009

Whinlatter is home to stunning views, fantastic walks, exhilarating mountain biking, rare wildlife and adventure play

the rooms all display original furniture alongside paintings and portraits that bring to life the story of the house and its occupants including an important 17th Century, played by Handel. Explore the extensive gardens and challenging maze

initially constructed in 1875 to aid the passage of commercial river traffic, the current lift stopped work in the 1960s. Today visitors can learn how the lift worked & other background information at the visitor centre

Blackburn's cathedral since 1926, this church dates from much earlier, & includes a Georgian nave, sculptures by John Hayward & some splendid windows

Britain’s biggest tourist attraction. The park boasts approximately 150 rides, live entertainment including ice and magic shows and offers over 30 restaurants and cafes

The Tower is one of Blackpool's landmarks, and most popular attractions, including the Tower Eye and famous Tower Ballroom.

with a range of exhibits covering sea life and fresh water habitats from around the world. At the centre is one of the world's longest underwater moving walkways

constructed about 3000 BC, one of the earliest stone circles in Britain having commanding views over the surrounding countryside

explore the forest on two wheels, foot or horse back, discovering the unique sculptures dotted throughout the forest on the way

dating back to the sixteenth century, a unique collection of historic artefacts relating to the ancient school and its pupils

home to hundreds of amazing creatures from local wildlife to more exotic species from around the world

scenic rides on vintage steam trains, connecting with Windermere cruise boats at Lakeside, with a playground, picnic area and engine shed visits

a fine Elizabethan house with oak panelling, ornate plasterwork and period furniture, surrounded by magnificent 17th century topiary

Behind the scenes at the iconic Anfield stadium including the Player's Tunnel, Away Team dressing room and the LFC Story.

created from a blank canvas some 18 years ago an now extending to over 10 acres, a rare opportunity to explore a new vibrant garden, developed to indulge the owners passion for plants and nature

this stately home spans the centuries with a colourful history and reputed ghost. There is also a Hawk & Owl Centre with a wide range of birds

lived in by William Wordsworth and still owned by the Wordsworth family, a gracious family home with extensive, well stocked gardens

cliff-nesting seabird colony, with 3 viewing points giving superb views of the colony and on a clear day the Isle of Man is visible

The Tate Liverpool is the home of modern art in the North with four floors of 20th century artists as well as visiting exhibitions.

an unforgettable journey through the lives of the Fab Four, with fun memorabilia, rare photographs and interactive exhibits

One of Britain's finest art collections, with paintings, sculpture and decorative art from the 13th century to the present day.

turreted Gothic revival mansion with church-like interiors and panoramic Lake District views with large, informal gardens

At the heart of Liverpool's iconic waterfront, this was Europe's first skyscraper and now offers guided tours and a 15th floor viewing platform.

Although not in the original location, the Cavern Club retains much of the atmosphere of the Beatles' early days, with live music on three stages.

telling the story of the local people and with a wealth of temporary art exhibitions. The museum section also holds artefacts from the ancient Egyptians

exhibiting original Beatrix Potter water colours, following a different theme each year, giving an in-depth view of this famous author's work

crowning a rocky crag and boasting spectacular views. On a clear day you can see all the way from the Pennines to the Welsh mountains. With a 4,000 year history, a replica Bronze Age roundhouse and a 40-acre woodland park

Originally opened in 1874, these Victorian gardens are bursting with floral splendour and colourful displays. Winding through the park is the garden’s lake and a multitude of pathways

a superb example of a 'Cheshire Black and White' timber framed manor house, with origins dating back to Medieval England. The property is lovingly cared for and presents the visitor with a marvellous historic record spanning six centuries

for 28 years, the home of John Ruskin, scientist and art collector, with many personal artefacts, including his extensive geological collection

the impressive remains of this medieval abbey boast an ornately decorated chapter house and cloisters with a small museum

an historic house with magnificent gardens, much loved by its owners and reflecting the tastes of the three families that have lived here since the 16th century

founded in 1796, making it one of Britain’s oldest museums, boasting unique collections of natural history and archaeological artefacts

extensive collection, tracing development of road transport throughout the 20th century, plus local history and period shopping displays

Built in a Gothic style, designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, but only completed in 1978, this is the largest Anglican Cathedral in the world.

An ideal overview tour of Liverpool's main sights, with a pre-planned sightseeing bus route of 14 interesting landmarks and attractions.

celebrates Liverpool's history as a great port with a variety of objects , models, displays and even full-sized vessels

originally built in the fourteenth century as a defensive fort against the Scots, then enlarged by Richard lll in the fifteenth century

a museum here since 1901, originally set up as memorial to Ruskin, but also celebrating the area's heritage, including Sir Donald Campbell

set in a beautiful and diverse garden, this Elizabethan castle is still a family home displaying portraits, alongside contemporary photographs

a unique combination of museum, library and gallery devoted to preserving and sharing the cultural heritage of the Lake District

This sculpture is a must-visit photo opportunity for all the Beatles fans that make the pilgrimage to Liverpool, home of the Fab Four.

Britain's largest Catholic Cathedral is built above the Lutyens Crypt and Treasury, created as the basis of an earlier, but uncompleted design.

a fine example of vernacular architecture with the personal touch of the family who lived there including their well used library

Liverpool's oldest museum with five floors of exhibits, covering technology, science and natural history

founded in 1150 for the Benedictines and is the oldest standing building on Merseyside and has been an object of study for local historians for many years. Now with a small museum and children's activities

Over 400 animals, from Aardvarks to Zebras. Keepers give regular talks & demonstrations to enable visitors to learn more about the animals.

A rare Tudor manor with a Victorian personality with formal gardens and acres of semi-ancient woodland, fields and paths.

A formere WWII secret underground bunker, now restored to show how it was used to monitor the defence of the Atlantic Convoys.

historic racecourse, home of the Grand National, one of the most famous horse races in the World

Explore the house of George Holt and his family, a Victorian merchant with impeccable taste in period furniture and paintings.

Part of the University of Liverpool, there are eight galleries art, including a large collection by famous wildlife artist, John James Audobon.

art installation consisting of 100 cast-iron, life-size figures spread out along three kilometres of the foreshore, stretching almost one kilometre out to sea

this miniature kingdom is set in 2½ acres of landscaped gardens and is situated on the edge of Blackpool’s Stanley Park

The International Slavery Museum increases the understanding of transatlantic, chattel and other forms of enslavement.

The Casbah Coffee Club is where the early Beatles performed, and you can visit the unique basement club as it was back then.

The Great Promenade Show consists of ten pieces of artwork forming an outdoor gallery reflecting Blackpool's history and character.

Penny Lane was made famous by the Beatles' song of the same name and is where John and Paul would meet to catch the bus into town.