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Speke Hall is one of the finest half‐timbered mansions of England, set in a tranquil oasis of gardens and woodland on the banks of the Mersey.Originally, visitors to Speke having crossed the stone bridge over the moat would have passed directly through the gatehouse into the Courtyard, entering…
Distance: 11.7 miles away

This Benedictine Monastery established in around 1150, is the oldest standing building on Merseyside. First restored over a century ago the site continues to develop with museums displays, educationmeetingconcert space and chapel dedicated to HMS Conway open by appointment. Climb the tower of Birkenhead's first parish…
Distance: 5.9 miles away

Croxteth Hall Country Park is at the heart of what was once a great country estate stretching hundreds of square miles and was the ancestral home of the Molyneux family, the Earls of Sefton. It is now managed by The City of Liverpool and is one of the…
Distance: 6.5 miles away

Ness Botanische opens to the public Friday 3 September. Winner of Best in Show and Gold Medal at RHS Show Tatton Park 2009, the garden was created by the garden designer and TV presenter Chris Beardshaw. The design draws upon many years of academic research work at…
Distance: 13.9 miles away

Whether you are just out for a stroll in Sefton Park or would like to make a specific visit, Sefton Park Palm House is open to the public virtually all year round. Admission is free.As one of its kind, this glass structure is different every time you visit…
Distance: 7.6 miles away

The spectacular Great Hall has an intricately carved 'moveable' wooden screen and dramatic hammer‐beam roof. Evidence suggests that Shakespeare performed in this hall for the owner, Sir Thomas Hesketh, whose family owned Rufford for over 400 years. The house contains fine collections of 16th‐ and 17th‐century oak furniture,…
Distance: 14.7 miles away

Sudley House will be closed for about one year from 4th April 2005 to allow major refurbishments.Sudley House contains fabulous works by Gainsborough, Reynolds, Landseer and Turner, all displayed amongst original Victorian decor. The house itself is surrounded by pleasant gardens and parkland.…
Distance: 8.5 miles away