The top cities between Morpeth and Blackpool are Keswick, Yorkshire Dales National Park, Southport, Hexham, Carlisle, Warrington, Lancaster, Ambleside, Preston, and Kendal. Keswick is the most popular city on the route. It's 2 hours from Morpeth and 2 hours from Blackpool.
Hexham, a charming market town in Northumberland, England, sits on the picturesque south bank of the River Tyne. It serves as a bustling hub for hikers and cyclists exploring the surrounding rolling hills, woodlands, and riverside paths. The town's proximity to Hadrian's Wall makes it an ideal base for delving into Roman history. Visitors can explore Hexham Abbey with its impressive 12th-century Early English Gothic architecture and delve into the crypt adorned with ancient Roman inscriptions.
46% as popular as Keswick
4 minutes off the main route, 23% of way to Blackpool
Carlisle, a city in Cumbria, England, is the county town and administrative hub of the City of Carlisle district. Situated 8 miles south of the Scottish border, it is often referred to as a "border city". The meeting point of rivers Eden, Caldew and Petteril adds to its geographical significance.
39% as popular as Keswick
5 minutes off the main route, 47% of way to Blackpool
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Keswick, a charming market town nestled in the Lake District National Park of northwest England, offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore the Cumberland Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum & Art Gallery to delve into local heritage. The ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle and the picturesque Derwent Water lake provide opportunities for outdoor adventures and scenic boat tours. Additionally, golf enthusiasts can enjoy the Keswick Golf Club's course with stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Most popular city on this route
22 minutes off the main route, 55% of way to Blackpool
The Yorkshire Dales National Park straddles the Pennines and features some of the most stunning scenery in England. With plenty of hotels to choose from, visitors can find a venue that fits their needs perfectly. The park has a wide variety of attractions, making it the perfect place to take a break from everyday life.
Park up & go walking or cycling for a day in the countryside, the views and fresh are are lovely. Also dotted around you will find local visitor spots all over the Dales to enjoy (best to Google and search these locations before setting off, so you don't clog up the many narrow B roads due to miss-turns).
Rob Kemp — Google review
The Dales National park is without a doubt one of the best National parks in the UK
with endless Dales to drive through and explore or if you are fit you can do one of hundreds of well marked footpaths.
Something different at every turn in the road .
It can be a bit daunting driving on the mostly single track roads with passing places for the less experienced driving so please remember that 😉 but I would definitely recommend a holiday in the Dales or a day out .
Tjx Trevor Ward — Google review
Great 10 mile 3.5hr walk (not round) past upper and lower reservoirs on Barden Moor. Parked over cattle grid near the sign. Simons seat in the distant, views for miles, lots of red grouse, had our lunch stop in the beaters shelter, windy but lovely 😎😁 water spilling out of the upper res, down the valley... I could've watch it all day! Part of Bolton Abbey estate so not sure dogs allowed (they need the grouse to nest 😕) but good paths to follow
ilona rigo — Google review
One of the most beautiful National Parks I have seen in the UK. The countryside is very scenic, its peple are warm and welcoming. Full of hidden gems both food-wise and from a scenery perspective.
The 3 peaks challenge is certainly worth doing, it was a pleasure meeting so many hikers along the circuit. The kind of place where everyone greets everyone and a sense of community is breathing through the air.
Mihai Tabara — Google review
Great time outdoors. Beautiful weather, scenery and great company. The area is very dog friendly, but there are many farm animals that you pass through fields.
Fiona Newton — Google review
Beautiful scenery throughout the dales. It is a great place to go walking.
Stuart Wilcock — Google review
Malham cove and they have a guest visiting centre to park you car at £5.50 till they close. Park and cross over road and follow the signs. Where sensible shoes it's very uneven in some places. Keep going up and over once you have seen the first waterfall.
Keep your dogs on leads.
Joyce Rowe — Google review
Beautiful area to hike, drive or cycle through. Breathtaking views unless the weather is foggy, rainy and snowing like the day we visited 😉
Well worth the trip though.
JP — Google review
Aysgarth falls in the Yorkshire Dales national park, is a great spot for a day out and what's even better is that it is completely free! Enjoy this 4.2-km circular trail near Aysgarth, North Yorkshire. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 0 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and walking. kid-friendly water falls
Zara xara — Google review
It's on the outskirts of where I was born so I'm biased. If you want amusement arcades, racing simulators and popcorn, find it somewhere else. The dramatic landscape and beauty of nature here are breathtaking. It"s unspoiled wonderful and lovely. Go there.
mike threlfall — Google review
The Yorkshire Dales is simply a beautiful place to visit. Stunning scenic walks with villages and Hamlets a plenty to visit too. Treat with respect , the landscape and the homesteads ...It's not a ' theme park. ..and for walkers, beware of the quickly changing climate ...the cold and rain can envelop you very quickly !!!
David Johnson — Google review
One of my favourite places to take in the UK. Roads are very quiet and the recent high profile Tour de France grand depart means the surfaces are very smooth. There are some challenges passes and finding refreshments is easy. Highly recommended.
Chris Fieldsend — Google review
Lovely area. Home of the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge. Also lots of other good hikes and waterfalls here. Lots of caves to explore too. Make sure you check out the local pubs and ales. Locals are friendly and helpful.
Chris Gledhill — Google review
Took a motorcycle tour around the dales with a friend for the first time , and wow just stunning views. Roads are twisty and sheep are flocking to the noise, so slow and gentle to admire the views and pheasants with sun or fog equally pleasant . Will be back to admire it all again soon… what’s more to say the pics alone should will you to head the the area and enjoy. And get home after fully refreshed and revitalised …
AViT Madness — Google review
Beautiful valley and amazing national park
Paul Inbaraj Pillai — Google review
Breathtaking scenery in wonderful surroundings well worth a visit 👍
Andrew Cooper — Google review
70% as popular as Keswick
16 minutes off the main route, 56% of way to Blackpool
Ambleside, a charming town in Cumbria, England, is nestled within the Lake District National Park and offers easy access to Windermere, England's largest natural lake. The town boasts an array of shops, restaurants, and hotels for visitors to enjoy. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to scenic trails and rocky hills, including the impressive Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. Additionally, sailing opportunities abound with public ferry services and boat rentals available seasonally.
54% as popular as Keswick
16 minutes off the main route, 63% of way to Blackpool
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Kendal, formerly known as Kirkby in Kendal or Kirkby Kendal, is a market town and civil parish situated in the South Lakeland district of Cumbria, England. This historic town lies within the dale of the River Kent and derives its name from this river. It is located 8 miles south-east of Windermere and 19 miles north of Lancaster. Visitors can easily reach Kendal with just a 1.
24% as popular as Keswick
8 minutes off the main route, 69% of way to Blackpool
Warrington, a town in England situated between Liverpool and Manchester, offers a mix of cultural and recreational attractions. The Warrington Museum & Art Gallery showcases diverse artifacts, archaeological discoveries, and paintings. Families can enjoy Gulliver’s World theme park with its children's rides while nature enthusiasts can explore the leafy Sankey Valley Park featuring a canal, wildlife, walking paths, and sculptures. Additionally, the impressive Walton Hall boasts expansive parkland, formal gardens, and a children’s zoo.
34% as popular as Keswick
23 minutes off the main route, 76% of way to Blackpool
Southport, located in Merseyside, England, is a charming seaside town with a population of around 94,421 people. Positioned on the Irish Sea coast and bordered by the Ribble estuary to the north, Southport offers picturesque coastal views and a relaxed atmosphere. The town's Northern Quarter recently welcomed Mavericks, adding to its vibrant dining scene. Visitors can also enjoy Firepit Smokehouse & Sports Bar for a delightful culinary experience.
50% as popular as Keswick
38 minutes off the main route, 77% of way to Blackpool
Lancaster, located in northwest England, is a city steeped in history and natural beauty. The medieval Lancaster Castle offers a glimpse into the past with its antique furniture and 19th-century prison cells, while the Lancaster City Museum showcases the city's rich history and military heritage. For nature enthusiasts, Williamson Park provides picturesque woodland walks and coastal views, along with a butterfly house. Additionally, visitors can explore Lancaster's seafaring past at the Lancaster Maritime Museum.
32% as popular as Keswick
7 minutes off the main route, 77% of way to Blackpool
Preston, a city in Lancashire, northern England, offers a mix of cultural and outdoor attractions. The Harris Museum & Art Gallery showcases fine arts and archaeology collections. Avenham and Miller Parks feature the Guild Wheel path along the River Ribble. For train enthusiasts, the Ribble Steam Railway provides rides on restored trains and houses a hands-on museum. Military history buffs can explore the local heritage at the Lancashire Infantry Museum.
43% as popular as Keswick
9 minutes off the main route, 86% of way to Blackpool
Best stops along Morpeth to Blackpool drive
The top stops along the way from Morpeth to Blackpool (with short detours) are Blackpool Pleasure Beach, The Beatles Story Museum, Liverpool, and Blackpool Tower. Other popular stops include Museum of Liverpool, Gulliver's World Theme Park, and Ingleton Waterfalls Trail.
Beautiful grounds. I am going back to do the walled garden as there was a large downpour of hailstones & I got drenched. Lots of birds, beautiful trees and I loved it.
Julie Healy — Google review
There's loads to to do and explore here, from amazing gardens, to a woodland river walk and loads of play areas for children. A family could easily spend a day here!
The house itself is wonderful! I don't think I've ever know a National Trust house feel so homely! There's so many homely touches including fake fires, music playing in some of the rooms and plenty of places to sit and relax!
Hannah Wild — Google review
Gorgeous National Trust property in Northumberland,
Wonderful walks around the gardens following the river..
The most beautiful open gallery inside the house, with original works of art depicting local heritage and culture.
Fabulous gift shop ,ice creams and lots of space for outdoor picnic.tea and cakes..
Great fun for young families,as there's adventure playground climbing frames . always a pleasure in any season.the walled gardens are worth a visit if you like Italian gardens.
Kate Rudd — Google review
This place is truly beautiful! The house is magnificent with ornate decoration, I could have spent hours in all of the rooms, chatting with the helpful guides. We took a walk along the river, continuing into the walled garden. The sun was out and there were plenty of visitors enjoying the Saturday. Having a little snack now in the cafe. No doubt about it, well worth the ticket price. The wife found a free entrance to a National Trust, so very happy to spend in the shop.
Matt English — Google review
Nice, relatively sheltered walks so ideal for both nice and not-so-nice days. Ample parking, good quality paths and the walled-garden area was particularly pleasing with the nice flowers adding a bit of colour even in winter. There’s a dog-friendly and reasonably-sized cafe. Coffee and cakes were decent enough. Toilets seemed newly refurbished and were nice and clean. Multiple play areas for children.
Steve Beckett — Google review
Easy to spend a half day here with the House, Gardens and River Walk to occupy your time. For me, the jewel in the Crown is the large Walled Garden, one of the best I've seen at any property. It's abundantly furnished with a huge variety of flowers and shrubs, and each area of this compound is different, and delights in its own way. From the top corner of the Walled Garden you can follow a gravelled path that takes you down and along the river before returning you to the House. It's around a one hour very pleasant circular walk.
The House is worth a mention as it was gifted to the National Trust with all it's furniture and furnishings. The 19th century library has a lovely homely feel to it with its 3000 plus beautifully bound books. The "Italian Renaissance" style Hall is the centre piece of the House, and don't miss the lavish "Rococo Style" decoration of the Drawing Room ceiling.
Miles Macdonald — Google review
Lovely property and fully up there with the exceptional standards the NT achieve.
The Walled Garden was a real treat, and the footpaths to get there, in fact throughout the estate, were extremely well maintained.
Cafe was also up there with the best and the staff right across the estate were helpful and friendly.
Well worth a visit. Highly recommended.
Alan Davis — Google review
Loved this place, full of history and beauty.
Extremely family-friendly and dog friendly.
Well worth a visit, so much to see, we all thoroughly enjoyed our day .
SOPHIE JOHNSON — Google review
Stunning location, set in vast gardens, the house is just breathtaking. Lots for kids and adults alike to see and do. Super play areas and food available, including wood fired pizzas.
The house is just incredible inside, the decor, furnishings and collections are superb. Also the majority of the house is accessible, which you don't always find at this type of property.
If you're coming through, allow enough time to see everything, you can easily fill a day here.
Michael Lees — Google review
We visited 7 years ago and promised to return, at last we did. Wonderful warm welcome. The staff went out of their way to make our visit just perfect by giving us the information we needed so we could have plenty of time to visit the house and gardens. They were friendly, caring and very polite. There is ample room in the car park, toilet to clean and tidy, and lots of places to sit down to rest or benches to eat and drink. We were one of the last to enter the house but we will not rushed and we were able to look around at our leisure. The house was very interesting and the staff were wonderful. The Walled Gardens are beautifully kept and so enjoyable to walk around. There were play parks for children and some lovely different length walks. This is somewhere I recommend for families because there is something for every different age groups. The staff make sure you have the information needed to suit different age groups.
Sandra Hughes — Google review
Wonderful Wallington! Plenty of play areas for the kids and walks for everyone; through the woods, along the river, up through fields and farmland with wildlife in abundance along the way! Cafe serves a good range of drinks and food and the addition of the wood fire pizza van is a lovely added touch
Jimbob Lowrie — Google review
Really great place to visit. Was so much more than I was expecting. Will visit again as we didn't have time to see all the grounds
craig young — Google review
A good place to visit to spend a few hours particularly on a sunny day. The house has some stunning features and well worth spending some time inside to make sure you see everything.
There's plenty of parking and a short walk to the house which is set in a large courtyard garden. The courtyard has toilet facilities, cafe and shop. We didn't use the cafe but it looked OK but you could always take a picnic as the courtyard/garden offers sunny sheltered spots.
There are several walks around the ground and we followed the river walk and even though it was October it was a very pleasant walk.
We were there on a Sunday and it was quite busy as the grounds appear to be well used by families out enjoying the fresh air.
M Gallichan — Google review
An amazing day out for all the family. It has a variety of nature trails, not all suitable for wheelchair access, but short and long to suit ability. Cafes, shop and toilets throughout the trail is a big plus. Dog friendly.
Dawn Sayers — Google review
Such a wonderful place every time of the year. It's a great trip for the whole family ...you can enjoy a short and long walk or cycle around the estate. There are 3 or 4 playgrounds for kids including a great train playground which was built linking to the original estate 🙂 nice food options and lovely 🍨. The gift shop has lots of plants and a good choice of locally sourced souvenirs. Don't miss visiting the walled garden and you can grab a cuppa there until 3pm and sit and enjoy the nature. Top marks.
Kinga L — Google review
We have visited Wallington a number of times when visiting family. Gardens look good at all times of year. Worth going for snowdrops but good anytime. Tea room offers a good selection of cakes. Friendly staff.
Previously my father used an electric "tramper" to get around which the staff on the gate offered to us, as he can't walk too far. He absolutely loved it and you can get around quite easily.
Look out for the roe deer too!
Jonathan P — Google review
It’s a lovely walk through ancient woodland past ponds to a gorgeous walled garden with colour and beauty even in late November. Particularly excited to discover a toilet facility there too in a very novel outbuilding! Ended the walk with a look around the hall and the plant shop. The perfect day out!
Sarah Deane Photographic — Google review
Wonderful National Trust property and grounds. Always changes throughout the season. Can get busy at times so come early if you can. Staff are always pleasant and welcoming. The long walk from the house to the bridge and back though the walled gardens takes you through various landscapes, really a great day out! The cafe and shop are well stocked with items too.
The house itself is full of treasures, well worth a visit!
Steve Hurst — Google review
Fascinating house beautifuly decorated and so interesting to see how the well off lived really a life of luxury compared to ordinary people. Looking forward to going back to explore the grounds 1
John Reay — Google review
Beautiful place to visit.
Extensive grounds and well kept gardens offering a variety of walks.
The house is well preserved and maintained with staff assisting with information and answering any questions.
Cafes are dotted around the grounds for that all important tea break ..
B Mo — Google review
A lovely 1/2 day and had our boys not grown up I would have expected it to be a full day.
Friendly team and loads to do for all ages.
This fascinating museum features some of the world's most majestic steam locomotives, as well as interesting period rolling stock. It is one of the largest railway museums in the world, and is based in a former steam-train depot in downtown York.
Locomotion is a free museum. The donations are not mandatory. You can book your free ticket online and if you are happy to donate you can do it at the end of the visit.
If you a train lover you are going to enjoy the museum. There is a lot of trains to see. Because of the covid, some exhibits are closed and you won’t be able to see them inside.
On site there is plenty of free parking spaces. As the other section of the museum is closed for reconstruction the visit time will be around two hours.
I would definitely recommend it, it is free so you have nothing to loose.
Ross Malickis — Google review
An excellent way to spend a couple of hours. The museum is lovely and the exhibits are well placed for good viewing. Lots of interesting facts and a chance to see the working bits close up. Train wheels are seriously scary! The Royal Carriage is beautiful.
In addition there is a well stocked shop (filled with memorabilia that is a train enthusiast's paradise) and a lovely little cafe so you can round off your visit with a cuppa and a snack.
I'm amazed this interesting little museum is FREE TO VISIT but we were more than happy to make a donation.
Worth a visit and 100% recommended.
Barbara Wilson — Google review
Very good free museum with some interesting trains and a challenging little train ride. We only had a couple of hours here but enjoyed looking at all the trains. The ride on the Rocket involved more flying ash than I'd anticipated but still worth doing (once would have been enough though - they didn't need to take us twice).
Richard — Google review
Brilliant free museum for young and old. Good selection of trains & rolling stock. Easily visited by train but quite a walk from the station. Especially worth visiting when they have events as I did. You can make a no obligation donation as you leave.
Paul Cochrane — Google review
Great museum with some important British rail history within. It's not super big but you can spend 2-3 hours there if you have a proper look at everything.
Cafe is quite good too.
Only real negative is that reading online you used to be able to get more access to some of the locomotives and on this visit there was a lot of signs blocking things off.
There were also some rolling stock in the middle of the place that you couldn't get a good look at sadly.
I hope one day APT is more accessible as it would be amazing to see inside.
Had a great day here though, well worth a visit
Aidan H — Google review
Ample parking 🅿️ next to working railway too so train station nearby. The examples they've got on display have been restored and cared for beautifully. In particular I enjoyed looking at the royal train and carriages of the 1900's and queen Alexandria's personal carriage. I'd say the night ferry was really interesting too, and the Winston Churchill locomotive is huge! Great place especially with free entry. Make a donation when you visit. Keep the heritage alive!
Tara Linkowska — Google review
This is a fantastic museum to visit. An absolute gem. It is just right for a family day out. Not overly long yet xaptures imagination and enables visitors to learn something new. It goes from strength to strength and new developments will engage and encourage future visits. The renovation works are exceptional. It us a must. The cafe is reasonably priced, comfortable and serves as a little treat following the visit. Love Shildon!!
Adele Thain — Google review
Fantastic afternoon at Locomotion. There was so much for us to see and do. Our 3 year old loved everything about it including the outside play park and the activities within the main shed. The staff and volunteers were friendly and helpful. A highlight was standing at the controls of an engine and the knowledgeable volunteer (Bob I think his name was) providing a very detailed talk.
We also had lunch there which was very tasty and reasonably priced. All in a great day out.
Michael Moody — Google review
A splendid museum full of some of the most amazing locomotives and stories. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We wondered round for about an hour and then had a cuppa. The disabled facilities are the best. I would heartily recommend a visit it seems to be very children friendly including a playground
Paul McCullock — Google review
Lovely place. Free entry donations only. Don't be shy. Good day out for the family. There's a gift shop, cafe, outside hot drinks stand. We'll worth a visit. Staff are very hopeful and knowledgeable
nigel ETHERIDGE — Google review
Brilliant little gem. Lots for train enthusiasts and very kid friendly. The park is lovely and the Easter themed activities were great. Also, the cafe was lovely and the best food I've tasted.
Hayley Nunn — Google review
Free entry, donation made! Some lovely ages. The Winston Churchill locomotive is spectacular. As is the royal carriages from 1900’s.
aleksander linkowski — Google review
Took my friends son for a couple of hours last week, and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. A very informative chat about the workings of a Black 5 while sat in the cab was the highlight. Living my childhood again, with the youngster living his first time around 😁👍
Jon Shaw — Google review
Best train museum I’ve ever been to! Amazing selection of engines and rolling stock. Helpful guides and a huge gift shop. Not much more to say, it’s the ideal railway museum to go to this year. Especially since they will release a new engine shed in spring! It’s going to have 27 new rail vehicles and be the world record holder for historical rail vehicles in a museum in the world! Truly an icon of the area, with the oldest standing station just down the road. Any enthusiast should come down here!
General Tauntaun CIS — Google review
Went on 29th Dec to see the Flying Scotsman with my two sons and we had a brilliant day out. Locomotion is an excellent place to visit and the exhibits are superb. I think it's being extended as well for the future.
Obviously the Flying Scotsman was the star but there was so much else to see including Stephenson's Rocket and some great history.
The wait to go onto the FS footplate was up to two hours though.
Lee Morris — Google review
We visited today as a family with a very excited little boy who was desperate to see The Flying Scotsman.
Parking was rather frustrating. In the website it advised using the car park at the ‘collection building’ as there main car park is currently under construction. The only problem was: we had no idea where that was as never been before and it wasn’t highlighted on the map…
We queued for a good 20mins before we got to the gates of the main car park where a member of staff was managing cars in and out. We asked him about the additional car park and he said he had been told nothing about it. I feel this is maybe something that could be looked at.
When we did get parked and we squelched through the mud bath of a car park we were not disappointed. (Don’t wear your best shoes!)
The Flying Scotsman was there right out the front in all its glory. Thankfully the 90+ mins to step onboard was inside the museum otherwise we would have got rather soggy.
A really nice laid out museum with lots to see and different activities for little ones to get involved in.
The gift shop was great…. Could have spent a fortune in there!
Cafe looked nice but after spending a fair amount of our visit queuing to get on TFS we didn’t fancy the long queue for refreshments.
Overall a nice visit.
Crystal Brook — Google review
Fantastic day out. Free entry but we made a donation anyway. There was a lego workshop on which my children LOVED. plenty to see and interactive stations dotted around as well as various activity stations of knex, lego, mega blocks etc. Cafe is awesome with train chairs and tables to eat at!
Sam Carter — Google review
Visited to view the Flying Scotsman on tour,
Spent 3 hrs queuing to experience the footplate. Amazed to see how many people including very well behaved kids queued for so long for this experience.
John Lonsdale — Google review
What an educational and child friendly space! Loved all of it . free entry and car park is on site also free. Don't miss playground.
Elena Leeming — Google review
Great, free museum to while away a couple of hours. Knowledgeable volunteers. Lovely open atmosphere. Reasonable cafe.
They are in the midst of a massive expansion programme which will be amazing when finished. Personally, I don't get so excited by the engines themselves but enjoy the social history that surrounds them. Would have appreciated a little more story telling - hopefully that's coming in 2025.
B B — Google review
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Hexham Abbey is an ancient Catholic abbey that was first built in the 12th century in the Early English style of Gothic architecture. It was founded by St Wilfrid in 674 and became a priory and monastery before being granted abbey status. The Norman church hidden behind its 19th-century facade is a masterpiece of Early English Gothic architecture. Its stunning stainglass windows and decor attract visitors from all over who come to experience its peaceful atmosphere.
We are regular visitors to Hexham for the farmers market, and each time we go, we make sure we always visit Hexham Abbey. As soon as you step inside, the whole atmosphere makes you feel so relaxed. The stainglass windows and decor throughout the Abbey is amazing, and catches your eyes when you are looking around. If you go to Hexham, you have to visit the Abbey😚
Jonathan Cole — Google review
It's beautiful.... I didn't know there was an Abbey here and we turned up quite late but we're still able to have a wander around inside, but missed the cafe and the shop.
Even outside is lovely although at the moment there is some scaffolding up for renovation
The space inside is stunning, some beautiful stained glass and lots of information about certain highlights within the building
It has a very friendly feel once inside, you don't feel restricted just very welcome... A beautiful place to visit even if churches aren't really your thing it's definitely worth it... Can't wait to pop back and visit the Abbey cafe
Debra Roberts — Google review
Hexham Abbey has been a place of worship since the seventh century and is one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in England. It was founded in 1072 by Saint Wilfrid, and it's where he established Hexham as a bishopric with his seat at the monastery. The abbey was restored during Victorian times and now welcomes visitors from all over the world to explore its beauty.
There's so much to see and do at Hexham Abbey, from admiring the architecture to taking a stroll in the Sele Park. You can also learn about the abbey's history and its connection to Saint Wilfrid on one of the informative guided tours. So if you're looking for an interesting and beautiful place to visit in Northumberland, Hexham Abbey is definitely worth a visit!
We were lucky enough to get married there (many moons ago), The Hexham Abbey Festival is still running this year, there are several other festivals throughout the summer months too. I still remember seeing the wonderful Tibetan monks performing at the Abbey with their amazing costumes and music.
Hexham Abbey Gift shop and tea room is a lovely place to have a cup of tea and a piece of cake. The gift shop has some really nice things in it.
There is also a children's play area which my little ones always enjoy when we visit. Hexham Abbey is definitely one of the treasures of the northeast that's worth visiting.
Please note: The abbey is closed every day from 12pm-12.30pm.
Terence Walsh — Google review
A grand building in the heart of Hexham. Free to go in but you can have a tour which takes in the crypt for £3. Otherwise entry to the crypt is £3. A great place to just wander round and soak in the atmosphere.
There is a good display area with the history of the Abbey with interactive displays.
There is a cafe on site which has a lovely outside sitting area.
Parking in Hexham is via disc. We parked on carpark at the bottom of the hill which has a Waitrose. This is a public car park however you need a disc. Parking is free but there are different coloured parking bays. Depending on how long you want to stop. We got our disc at Waitrose but these discs cover the whole of Northumberland so keep in the car. Access to the town centre was up a steep hill and past some very old buildings including the old jail.
Angela Williams — Google review
We visited on the weekend of the Festival of Flame and were very lucky to pop into the Abbey as they were preparing it for the evening light display. What a treat it was to see the team setting up the wonderful display in this majestic building, and with beautiful music to accompany. It's something we'll remember for a long time. Hexham is fast becoming one of our favourite places to visit and each time we come, we visit the abbey. They've created a great visitor experience, including a lovely cafe. Other such venues could learn alot from Hexham Abbey.
Vicky Patchett — Google review
Beautiful Abbey, not only architecturally but historically as well. The history of the building is interesting and the crypt deserves a visit too. A really wonderful place of worship in the centre of the lovely town of Hexham.
Mariella Munden — Google review
Great little gem in the heart of Hexham. Really informative with a section set out to educate you all about the history of the Abbey, lots of little activities to get children involved with and very interactive I particularly loved the items that had been found under the floorboards of the church such a little piece of history. We visited on a Sunday morning which probably wasn't the best choice as there was a service taking place. We still got to look round the main church part after the service but it did feel a little like we were intruding on the usual Sunday proceeding so I would advise try and avoid service time.
Johanna Hope — Google review
Well worth a visit if you are in town
Inside the abbey, you can find some painted wood panels which are 5 centuries old. In addition, the abbey has a small crypt which can be visited
The lady who helped us around the abbey was lovely
Matt R — Google review
A really powerful experience, in this amazing place of centuries of worship. There are ancient memorials in this former monastery, and it's well worth a guided tour from one of the excellent official guides. The crypt is well worth a view. Live music is often performed there. What a venue!
Gillian Potts — Google review
This abbey is gorgeous. We went during the 'Moon' showing and wow, it's quite striking. The building itself is intricate and steeped in history. Particularly interesting was going into the crypt - an extra £3 each, very worthwhile! - and a guide even talked us through the history of the crypt, the oldest part of the abbey, before we headed down below. It's definitely worth a visit within this beautiful town. There is plenty of free parking within the town where you can stay up to two hours, you just might have a short walk to the abbey.
Eilidh Black — Google review
Huge Abbey in a small town. Extremely old building which is quite huge. Nice atmosphere inside which had plenty of details to look at. Beautiful stained glass windows which would have looked better if the sun was shining:)
StevoW33 — Google review
What an incredible place. So much history and as always, so much to explore when you visit such a historic monument. We enjoyed learning about the hidden Saxon treasures while also taking time to pause and reflect on life. A real gem you must visit which is free.
Jason — Google review
We visited the Abbey to see the exhibition of wedding dresses over the last century. The exhibition was great, and the Abbey is beautiful.
Jane McWilliams — Google review
A beautiful Abbey in a charming Northumberland town. Very friendly staff and a slice of history we should cherish. Lovely gift shop and coffee shop.
phil robson — Google review
Fascinating and beautiful. Choral evensong was wonderful. Night stairs a feature.
Drusilla Gabbott — Google review
Lovely Abbey well worth a visit with fantastic staff. The Moon exhibition is on until November and only costs £3 for adults and £1 for children. You can buy tickets on line or just pay on arrival. Well worth a visit. They also have a nice cafe serving a good selection of food. Great location right in the centre of a busy market town.
Derek Forster — Google review
An old Abbey founded by St Wilfred in AD 674. In 2024 it is celebrating 1350 years of its foundation.
Stanly Palathingal — Google review
A beautiful 12th century abbey church located right in the centre of Hexham. I came here on a day excursion and spent just over an hour here. Admission was £3, and I also bought a handy visitor guide and map for £3. The abbey, which stands on the site of a Saxon church, is steeped in history and very atmospheric. There's much of interest to see from different periods of history including a Roman tombstone, an Anglo-Saxon cross, 15th century painted wooden panels and a frith stool used by medieval fugitives seeking sanctuary. There are also some lovely stained glass windows. The exhibition about the moon was an unexpected bonus, with a fantastic replica of the moon suspended from the ceiling. You get a great view of it from the top of the night stairs close to the entrance. The Saxon crypt is definitely not to be missed! It was locked up when I was there, but for £3 a very friendly lady steward unlocked the gate so that I could take a look inside. The steps leading down to it are steep and uneven (there is a handrail), but the narrow passages and the shrine, built by the Saxons with Roman stones, are well worth seeing. There's a café with outside tables where you can get light meals, a nice gift shop, and an interactive exhibition about the abbey's history that I did not get time to visit but would love to see if I come here again.
Valerie Hinchliffe — Google review
£3 entry and £3 for the crypt entry. Moon exhibition was on, so quite busy. Absolutely fantastic. Well worth the price and well worth visiting. Will go again when quiet. Recommended.
Housesteads Roman Fort, also known as Vercovicium, is an English Heritage Site located in Northumberland. This tourist attraction comprises the ruins of an auxiliary fort built from stone in AD 124 during the Roman occupation of Britannia, shortly after Hadrian's Wall was completed. It was the first fortress established in the region and is now home to a visitor centre, museum and guides dressed in period costumes.
Great place to visit. Fantastic Roman Fort with a museum of all the artefacts found on site. Lots of information boards describing each area and what it was used for. The staff are all so friendly and knowledgeable. When we visited there was an art exhibition on site which was fabulous. Free for English Heritage and National Trust members although you still have to pay for parking, which cost us £4. There's a cafe on site with cakes, pastries and hot and cold drinks. The site is also dog friendly. It's worth putting on some good waterproof shoes with decent grips.
Neil Smith — Google review
Lovely little history lesson in the visitor center and info boards walking in the ruins.
You can walk along the wall for a while in both directions, something I'll be doing more of when the days get longer.
Robert Carmichael — Google review
Had a great time visiting this Roman Fort. Excellent day out. Great museum & coffee shop. I was a little disappointed that some people decided not to pay and just enter the Fort via the North Gate side of the Hadrian's wall pathway, climbing over the small fence to enter the Fort, avoiding staff that were there to check paid tickets. This needs addressing by Management! Otherwise, highly recommend a visit there. The staff were lovely too, very knowledgeable about the area.
Michelle — Google review
English Heritage at it's finest! Amazing panorama, from every spot, well-mantained site, friendly staff and a great souvenir shop. They also have a great tour with a knowledgeable guide!
Walking uphil takes a bit effort, but definitely worth it. The view of the valley on a sunny day, is just perfect, and makes the history alive.
Hermann Parkhomenko — Google review
40 years ago I visited Housesteads with my father. In turn I took my son. Some of the best ruins, we headed on to Sycamore gap and back. Wonderful day.
robert kime — Google review
The site was fabulous and the museum was informative and well laid out, if small. We came this time to see the artwork which was, well, just a bit mad, but great to get and impression of the height of the fort in its heyday. All staff welcoming and chatty but not pushy. Dog friendly!
Chloe Brownlee-Chapman — Google review
The largest Roman fort on Hadrian's Wall, well worth spending at least a couple of hours here.
We had a superb walk along the wall, from Steel Rig car park, in beautiful weather.
There are a number of explanatory boards around the side and a small but excellent museum close by.
Rich B — Google review
Fantastic scenery and wonderfully maintained site. Lots of information boards to explain the site.
Dog friendly
Steep walk
Cafe at car park
Pay carpark.
Small museum at pay office.
Nicholas Nunney — Google review
Had a great time. The weather wasn't good but still enjoyable. Can I take this opportunity to tell you about the books below, they Are available on Amazon and all profits will go to cancer research. And if this goes well hopefully diabetes research.
i c Henderson — Google review
Great and accessible place along Hadrian’s Wall to go (by car and public transport at certain times of year). The visitor centre is a little small so would advise going at a less busy time but when the weather is fine as it is a c.10 minute walk from the car park and bus stop.
There are a few mile castles, etc. nearby so great place to base yourself if you want to see several landmarks along a relatively short distance.
Sarah Norris — Google review
Wow! What a fantastic day. Great walk for families and dogs. Loved seeing the Roman ruins and walking on the wall. The visitor center had clean bathrooms and a small cafe. At the ruins there was a small gift shop and museum.
Cori Fairchild — Google review
So stunning to be here where our ancestors fought and lived forging a different future for generations to come. To walk from here down to Sycamore gap (Robin Hood) and down to the Sill just a beautiful walk even in the rain and mud!
linda marieskind — Google review
Beautiful scenery. Nice walk from the car park to the ancient Roman fort. The size and scale of the fort is impressive.
Michal Szulc — Google review
One of the places where imagination switches on. Plenty help for your mind with films and drawings so you can find yourself in a Roman soldiers shoes. Superb location to see some of the best parts of Hadrians Wall. Walk a few miles along the wall both ways to appreciate it's beauty
TiC — Google review
A bit of a hill down and then up to get to the ruins and the bit of Hadirians wall that is there next to ruins. If you want to just get some pictures and don't want to spend too long there then this is a good spot But there is the option to go in the museum and ruins if you want Otherwise just pay for the reasonable priced parking.
Hersha C — Google review
Beautiful scenery. Hard uphill walking, especially in the mud of winter. Suggest sticking to paths when it’s so muddy else you will slip! Toilets nearby and an excellent cafe - I highly recommend the millionaire’s shortcake.
Claire Peak — Google review
Fabulous Roman fort Remains. It's quite a climb from the car park to the site and admissions shop. There is a small museum and an interactive video to watch. Our young children enjoyed looking for the signs from Felix a Roman soldier who explained the site in a child friendly way.
Claire Davidson — Google review
Being disabled I was unable to make much of Being in this Fabulous place once more. Luckily my companion wasn't constrained and he enjoyed every second of his voyage into the past. I had the sheer joy of sitting at the south gate, on my mobility scooter, drinking in the ambience.
Bill Steel — Google review
There is a well signposted parking. Visitor centre (café, toilets) managed by the National Trust, a very friendly staff. Then you climb to the Roman fort managed by English Heritage. You should go to the small museum first to purchase tickets. There is a small museum and a short film presenting the fort. You can climb to the fort from there. You can also walk the Hadrian's Wall path from there. Beautiful place.
A F — Google review
Exploring these Roman ruins during winter was enjoyable due to the lack of other tourists. There is plenty of information displays throughout the ruins explaining each section of the fort. There were great views of Hadrin's wall and it was possible to walk along the sections connected to the fort although this was quite steep and appropriate footwear is recommended. There's a small museum beside the fort which is a decent if not short experience. There's an uphill walk from the car park and it's quite muddy in the winter, so take this into account if you are planning a visit.
Thomas Armstrong — Google review
Lovely area and enjoyed the walk along the wall from housesteads to Sycamore gap, we took the military walk as it was easier and a little away from the wall but didn't take away from the fact we were there. Sycamore gap lived up to what I was expecting, and emotional for me as my last girlfriend who passed away in 2020 from cancer, wanted to go and couldn't make it, but had her favourite me to you bear with me and her photo, would really recommend a visit.
Gary Powell — Google review
Fantastic place to visit. The only negative is the climb up to the site. It is a proper path takes about 15 minutes. However, it is a long climb. If you are infirm, or asthmatic, it could be an issue.
Once you reach the site, it is amazing. The views are exceptional. The place is a lot bigger than you expect. The staff were great, very knowledgeable and friendly. Dog friendly which is a bonus. The facilities are very clean and tidy.
The Bowes Museum is an eclectic collection of antiques, curios, art and relics housed on three floors in a grand building. The centerpiece of the collection is a finely crafted life sized automaton that performs daily.
Excellent museum and grounds. Hugely interesting story of the couple who built and collected items to fill it. Very high quality exhibits, across a broad spectrum from furniture, silverware, ceramics and paintings to religious artifacts. The staff seem genuinely excited to work here and were very knowledgeable. Once purchased the ticket lasts for 12 months and the on site restaurant was also 5 star.
Andy Stewart — Google review
Good day out with range of ways to pay, we went for annual local ticket which proved cheaper than the standard day ticket. Loads of parking but best not to use the main car park area as the lead up road has massive pot holes just park on the peripheral road. Loads to keep you occupied, and even got to see the Silver Swan being tested. Nice café with plenty choice, good shop and clean toilets. Highly recommended.
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Malc Clements — Google review
This place is amazing. Such a diverse range of items on show from vintage toys, fashion, gorgeous furniture, modern art, curiosities and of course the famous Swan. The swan is absolutely stunning, however you can't see it work at the moment as it needs renovation work. Their is a video to show you it working and the history of it. Good access for disabled visitors like myself. Lift to each floor and accessible toilet.
Jane Harrison — Google review
A great museum. The collections are amazing, paintings, furniture a whole load of stuff, to numerous to mention. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Cafe is excellent and offers good food options.
Garry Howell — Google review
What a beautiful museum, always something of interest to see, especially like the focus on costume / fashion. You need a whole day as there is so much to see. Portrait galleries are stunning. Cafe is excellent, easy to park. It is quite dear to get in...I think you may be able to visit all year for less than we paid for the day but I wasn't told that when I paid and would have gone for that option as it was cheaper! Also gift aid option is more expensive which I don't understand as they claim it back.
Charlotte Gordon — Google review
Completely unexpected to find this gem in the middle of the country side
Absolutely beautiful building and stunning collection of art, furniture, clothing and very querky inventions from over a few centuries ago
The day that we visited was snowing and already decorated for Christmas which made it really special.
Would recommend a quick stop at their cafe. Coffee and food were great!
Unfortunately, the silver swan is undergoing reparations at the moment.
We bought the 1 year membership ( which ironically is cheaper that the day pass) so planning to visit again!
Alba Fern — Google review
Lovely afternoon here! Very informative and a huge variety of pieces!
The Swan is beautiful! Like nothing I've ever seen before! The short video on the Swan is definitely worth a watch.
It's a shame The Bowes never got to open the museum, but such a lovely reminder of them throughout!
Polite and helpful staff!
Lovely well kept grounds.
Free parking.
Tickets are valid for a year! Bonus!
Didn't make it to the cafe but will most likely return as we enjoyed the museum so much!
Couldn't help but wish I was allowed to explore the private areas of this beautiful building!😍
Lowenna Gibbons — Google review
An absolutely amazing building, steeped in fascinating history and containing thousands of interesting works of art, design and craft. To get the most out of this museum you should allow yourself time to wander, you could easily spend a whole day here looking through the exhibits. The Raymond Briggs showcase was on when we visited and it was absolutely astounding. Would definitely recommend.
Luke Sharples — Google review
We Did Not Know What To Expect From This Museum As Its Our First Visit, But It Has More Than Exceeded Our Expectations, Very Welcoming When You Step Foot Inside And It's A Real Eye Opener To What's Inside. This Was An Amazing Experience And Reasonably Priced For What You See. The Museum Also Has An On Site Cafe And Gift Shop... A++
Paul Brown — Google review
Great place to stop for a wander in the woods and admire the French style gardens. We didn't visit the museum itself but enjoyed a browse in the well stocked gift shop and had an early lunch in the cafe. Great gluten free options. Enjoyed a gluten free roast beef sandwich with crisps and side salad. Plenty parking on drive in front of the big house and in the car park behind. Very popular with dog walkers.
Dorothy Warren — Google review
Fabulous museum with so much to see you’ll probably need a second visit. The Silver Swan exhibit was particularly wonderful.
It’s a stunning building to with a lovely cafe and friendly staff throughout.
Loads of car parking spaces and well looked after toilet facilities.
Adam Cresser — Google review
Excellent day out. Loads of exhibits to see and arranged well around a beautiful house and gardens. Coffee shop and restaurant on site. There is also a lift for disabled access as the museum/house is set over 2 floors. Recommended.
jedinite128 — Google review
Interesting collection of pottery and I did enjoy the murmurings bird exhibition. However, I checked the website the morning we were travelling specifically to visit the silver Swan (76 miles), which had been repaired before Christmas. Paid £18 each and then told the Swan was again being repaired! Not worth £18 entry especially when it's star feature is again kaput!
Cheryl Petcher — Google review
We visited Bowes on the Heritage Day & it certainly attracted hundreds of people as well.
I had read up about the museum prior to our visit but even so just blown away by the sheer size of it.
We arrived early Saturday afternoon & parked at the front of the museum & went for lunch. The restaurant was very busy but they say its that busy every weekend!
After lunch we took the lift (yes there's a lift) to the 3rd floor & the Art gallery. Just blown away by the beautiful landscape pictures on display. Other galleries to look out for are the Ceramic & Furnishings. We also saw the famous automata Swan & a Clothes gallery.
Lovely way to spend the afternoon.
Staff were very helpful.
Bryan Gilbert — Google review
Visited December. Loads of old stuff (tat) to look at. There is a big painting of a cow a mechanical arm playing notes on an organ and someone in a shark suit on a skateboard riding into a river; made the hour drive worth it!
The staff were great, some were as stuffy as the antiquities.
The metal swan wasn’t out, getting fixed or something, didn’t miss it bit of old junk probably worth more as scrap.
Bought a local season ticket as it was cheaper than a day ticket still £27. Don’t think I will be using it again.
Had a look in the cafe did fancy a sandwich for £8.
Woke Christmas / merry winter😂
Jason T — Google review
Excellent place to visit, we visited this place last year and didn't see everything, so we returned this year to complete our tour. There are so many interesting collections to see, and it is very informative. Also if you stay for lunch the food is very good at a reasonable price 👌 👍
Kielder Observatory, constructed with local spruce and larch, is situated in Europe's largest gold-tier protected dark sky park within the Kielder Water and Forest Park. It offers stunning stargazing experiences, including the renowned "Kielder Moment," where visitors feel a profound connection to the cosmos. The observatory hosts regular events such as star camps and Space Kids Events, providing hands-on activities for families.
My husband and I went to the Jewels of the Universe event and it was amazing. The talk was informative, delivered by a chap who was obviously passionate about his subject, which made it all the better. Looking through the Sir Patrick Moore telescope was incredible, a real privilege to see a double star and even a galaxy. We enjoyed the evening immensely
Julie Cleary — Google review
We went to Space Kids - rockets and more recently and it was absolutely fantastic. My husband and I enjoyed it along with our son, who came out smiling and inspired. The whole event was fabulous and there was a good mix of talking and doing if that makes sense. The team were approachable, chatty and talented. The observatory and surroundings are beautiful too. Highly recommended!
Verity Yeates — Google review
From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by knowledgeable astronomers who guided us through an evening of discovery. Equipped with powerful telescopes, we delved into the depths of space, witnessing distant galaxies, shimmering nebulae, and elusive planets.
The Dark Cosmos Event offered more than just stargazing; it was a journey of enlightenment and inspiration. Engaging talks and interactive demonstrations provided fascinating insights into the mysteries of the cosmos, leaving us with a newfound appreciation for the night sky.
Absolutely recommend 👍🏻
Stephanie Staff — Google review
We were on their ‘Late Night Explorer’ experience and it was amazing!! The staff were all super helpful and informative and the whole experience was brill. We were unlucky with the weather but still managed to get a picture of the moon with my iPhone via one of their telescopes. I highly recommend a visit, we will definitely be back 🌚✨
amy bagnall — Google review
Fantastic experience. Even though it was cloudy and we were unable to see much through the telescopes the staff were very passionate and knowledgeable. The various talks and show n tells were very interesting and learnt loads. If the clouds had cleared it would have only enhanced an already interesting evening. Be warned it's a late night 9pm to midnight. The road up is a bit of rough but easily passable if you go slower. You get to touch mars and the moon what's not cool about that!
Paul Cousins — Google review
A must visit for astro enthusiasts!
Tickets - Book well in advance, the best ones are sold out quickly (e.g. shows that are close to a meteor shower or late night from 12-3am)
Getting there - We drove down from Edinburgh and it takes about 2-3 hours each way. Stunning landscapes along the way and some beautiful forest roads leading up to the mountain where this observatory is located. The path becomes narrower as you go up but fairly comfortable.
The Observatory Experience - They have regular shows based on different themes followed by a tour of the place and some free time. The content is great, it’s also beginner friendly. The people who work here are warm and a pleasure to talk to. They have some nice meteorite samples, a wide range of telescopes, and merch you can buy at the end.
Weather - This is the variable with highest impact on your overall experience given that it’s usually cloudy or raining making live observations impossible. However, the experience is worth it no matter the weather conditions.
The journey is the reward, the hot chocolate is the cherry on top and if you have nice weather consider yourself blessed!
Rahul Ramchandani — Google review
Fantastic visit to the Observatory, when though it was cloudy during our visit it was a great night learning lots about the mysteries of the universe.
The staff were amazing and very knowledgeable, couldn't recommend a visit more highly.
Paul Currie — Google review
We went for a midnight watch and what a superb experience it turned out to be. The stars came into view when wanted them and we could scrutinise them so clearly with the professional 16inch telescope. Followed by a mug of hot chocolate. Both Perfect. We had three professional astronomer lecturers and we came away wiser and more knowledgeable.
A revelatory adventure perfect as a father/daughter gift to each other.
Jim Mitchell — Google review
A fantastic 3 hours, very educational and light hearted explanation of aurora events. Night sky simply amazing and viewing through telescopes was wonderful. The size of the universe is mind boggling. The knowledge of the staff was incredible.
Wrap up warm...be prepared for a stimulating experience... worth every penny
chris hands — Google review
We chose the late night experience, which started at 11pm with a welcome and a short presentation. We were then split into 3 groups of 10, and our group went out onto the deck first. This was lucky, as for the first hour, we had completely clear skies. Our guide had lots of information, and because of the nearly full moon, we looked at the craters of the Moon through the telescope. We also had a good look at the stripes on Jupiter and its moons. Our guide was happy to answer questions and name the constellations above, and he helped us to take photos using the telescope and our own phones. The next rotation for us was a welcome hot chocolate; it was -2°c and despite warm clothes, our feet were freezing. This was followed by a demonstration and a look through a more powerful telescope. Our last rotation was in the rotating turret, this time led by a lovely, enthusiastic astrophysicist. All the guides were very knowledgeable, but they kept the information they shared at an appropriate level for amateurs.
One extra highlight for us was being able to say that we'd stood on Mars (we stood on a piece of a meteorite that is thought to have come from Mars!)
This is a fantastic experience and the second time we have visited the observatory; the first time several years ago we had bad weather and we had a lecture instead of looking through the telescopes. It really is a lottery.
Patricia Goldring — Google review
Kielder Observatory is located in one of a limited number of dark zones in Europe. These are ares where light from buildings is limited at night to minimise light pollution. The observatory is located atop a hill in the extensive Kielder forest and is accessed via a gravel and pitted road that is wide enough for just one vehicle. The observatory is funded by charitable donations and is run by a small team of staff with varying backgrounds in astronomy, solely for the public. The daily program runs from 9pm to about 12pm. There are video presentations that are very professionally prepared and are both entertaining and packed with cosmological information. Each is about half an hour long, informal and interactive. There are two telescopes that can be directed to any object and are computer controlled. Everyone gets to view the celestial body most suited to being viewed at that time through the telescope with the guidance of a staff member. Cloudy skies would make live demonstrations problematical but with several hours and the whole of the night sky available to star gaze there will always be something to see. It is a brilliant experience for everyone from children to grown ups.
surinder cheema — Google review
Went to the Jewels of the universe event for my birthday, what an amazing experience. The team were all very knowledgeable and helped maximise our stargazing time based on the weather conditions. Got a great view of Jupiter, the Moon and Sirius then a guide through the constellations. We will definitely visit again.
Tom Saye — Google review
A fabulous evening at the Aurora event. We were a group of 8 (not 9 as planned) ladies who had started high school together in the late 60s. Our friend who so wanted to see the lights had died recently so it was an emotional experience for us.
All the experts there were so knowledgeable and enthusiastic but a special mention must be made to Liam who went above and beyond in searching out a 68 year old star for us!
He positioned the telescope so we could look at the star 17 Cygni - 68.2 years old. As I looked through the telescope a shooting star blazed overhead - how special was that??
The next morning we looked at our photos and oohhhhh.. one of our group had a photo of the aurora! The skies had been pretty clear and we had been taking random shots - but there it was! What a lovely way to end our trip.
Thank you so much to all you lovely boffins - and THANK YOU Liam.. 😘
.. also thank you to 17 Cygni for being such a special star - you're now known to us as Siobhan.. 🥰✨
Wendy Williams — Google review
Excellent!!!
Proper geek mode I was in
You can see the northern lights from there!
Great staff with fountains of knowledge and know how
Wonderful powerful telescopes
Unfortunately after a 3 hour tour and educating talk the skies were cloudy and I got to see completely nothing!!ggrrrrrr
But I did get to stand on a piece of Martian rock so I get to say I've stood on Mars which I literally did!!!!
Telescope views of the milkywsy available if clear weather presents itself but....
Hot drinks served for free with any ticket bought
Great products on sale.
Rare meteorites etc
Wonderful experience which I highly recommended you do if you get the chance
Situated in the heart of keldler forest the uks biggest man-made forest with views to are inspire tou
I'm returning next year to hopefully see ... something next time
Brilliant family day out it really is
Go try it and hopefully see for yourselves
Elliott Hawkes — Google review
We had a fabulous evening at the observatory, the sky cleared briefly on what had been a dull and overcast day, Josie and the team re-jigged their plans and gave us a fabulous view of the night sky whilst it was available, the guy who did the presentation on space rocks should be on the stage, how he could make his presentation so entertaining and informative was brilliant. the guy who gave us the presentation on the telescope was fantastic - he just loves what he does.
How you all can remember all those numbers is beyond me let alone comprehend millions of light years!!!!!
thanks to the volunteers for providing us all with a nice warm drink halfway through the evening it was very appreciated.
Great night out
Dave Brookes — Google review
A wonderful and informative experience, we attended the 'Secret lives of Stars' talk last night. The adverse weather didn't stop us, it was very well run, and the entire team were knowledgeable and exceptionally friendly.
I'd definitely recommend a visit. The drive up there can be a little challenging in the pitch black, so if you're not the most confident driver I'd recommend you make a night of it and book some of the nearby accommodation.
J H — Google review
Absolutely amazing. We attended an event here and learned so much! The team delivering the evening were amazing and very clearly love their jobs. We were a little late arriving due to traffic etc but they were more than accommodating even then. We would absolutely come back.
Rebecca Fuller — Google review
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The Roman Army Museum situated in the countryside of Cumbria is a remarkable attraction that showcases life in a fort on Hadrian's Wall. The museum features various artefacts, reconstructions and an engaging 3D film that depicts the daily life of soldiers stationed at the fort. This museum is located near Vindolanda, which was a pre-Wall Hadrian garrison village that remained active for 400 years after abandonment of Hadrian's Wall.
My fourth time here over the years and still interesting. The main film is really interesting and great for recruitment...... As is the special little recruitment film. The exhibits are very well thought out and it's nice to see research as young as two years ago being referenced as new techniques on evidence opens up new interpretations. Overall a great little museum with a good focus on the Roman Army and its structure. Eating is good here and the staff are all enthusiastic and helpful. A wonderful hour or so for all ages.
Alan Johnson — Google review
Absolutely fantastic photos doesn't do it justice. The facts and information that you find here are amazing, the films and all the artifacts are truly inspiring. Well worth a visit and with a lovely gift shop and cafe attached the experience is complete
Wendy Graham — Google review
Interesting. A bit small. The actual fort pretty much does not excist anymore. But they have plans to excavate some of it. The museum, although small is well laid out and organized. Not so many actual museum pieces but more focused on education with interactive attractions and films
Benny Fredriksen — Google review
Fantastic museum. Lots of artifacts and a lot quite unique. Also a very good 3-D movie. It has a little spot to drink something and of course the usual souvenir shop where you even can buy a replica roman helmet or gladius! Very friendly people who gave me a small reduction because I didn't buy the combined ticket at vindolanda because I wasn't sure if I had enough time. Very glad I've finally been there
Patrick Van calck — Google review
Great little museum, with clean amenities, knowledgeable staff, and a good walk to Hadrian’s wall! Any fitness level can enjoy this stop-over! Need a break from driving? Or a quick snack? They have both, and a clean restroom. There are artifacts that can be enjoyed by any age range, and there’s a cute gift shop as well. Short little hike (if you are up for that) to a portion of Hadrian’s wall. I won’t ruin the museum, but will post my pics of loot! Enjoy!
Candy Hucklebee — Google review
My first visit to anything Roman in Britain, and this brilliantly informative and incredibly interesting museum is a great introduction to understanding the Roman way of life on the edge of their empire. The friendly lady at the visitor desk advised us to watch the award winning short 3D film first which gave us a superb contemporary view of how the wall and fort of Vindolanda was in it’s prime, mixed with drone footage of it today. It was excellent. Then we toured the museum, in awe of it’s artefacts, information and tactile stone engravings. My wife and I loved it and can thoroughly recommend a visit to anyone and of all ages. Wanting to extend our Roman knowledge further, we bought several books from the shop. They might be for kids but we have fun camping and reading facts to each other over large glasses of wine….but only wine with Latin names of course. On leaving the museum, for our visit, there was even a gentleman in character outside in a tent giving talks about Roman medical care during battle and domestic life. That was interesting too. When you pay on entering the museum you get the option of discount entry to Vindolanda and Birdoswald Roman forts. They were visits for us over the next couple of days.
Carl Dycer — Google review
Very interesting, moved to Scotland 12 years ago from London, always planned to view hadrians wall now i have. Whilst viewing the wall, was told to visit the roman army museum, lots of artifacts, 3d movie on roman empire, if this is what your interested in, very worth while visiting 5 stars
Andrew Haselup — Google review
A seriously good museum set in the heart of rural Cumbria border. Excellent use of peppers ghost, the 3d film was a little quiet but all round a great experience with surrounding views of the countryside.
David Oliver — Google review
Lovely museum! Great for a visit after a long stroll along Hadrian's Wall to sate your thirst for more Roman history. Lots of historic pieces and replicas to ogle. The 3D film about Roman Army life was very professionally shot and added good context for the rest of the exhibits. Swing by the shop afterward to pick yourself up a functional pillow shield to keep you well rested and defended.
David Host — Google review
Good for all ages, well run and put together…
Some really nice walks around, and you can get right up and onto the wall…
Fascinating 🤩👌🏻
Stephen Caldwell — Google review
Visited here after first visiting Vindolanda. Great displays and information with interactive elements. 3D film was interesting as was the small film on daily life for soldiers on the wall.
Educational, Enjoyable with so much to see.
Jamie Goldsmith — Google review
If you're interested in Roman history, this is a great place to visit especially with Vindolanda close by. Awesome 3D film which really brings that era to life and lots of interactive stuff for kids. Tea a reasonable price too!!
Ian Bevan — Google review
This is a brilliant little museum. While it is in quite a remote area, there’s plenty of exploring and walking to do nearby. We brought our 16 month old along who absolutely loved it - lots of interesting artefacts and information. There’s also a little gift shop and cafe (the coffee cake was nice), and the staff are very friendly.
Laura Bracher — Google review
A truly incredible day out. We spent the afternoon here (my wife and I) and learnt a lot. Enjoyed all of the information available, the artifacts and history. The film they showed was brilliant. The one negative is the cafe was quite expensive and limited for options. The food was nice but just a bit on the pricey side.
Polar Floyd — Google review
A thoroughly enjoyable little museum. It's more geared towards kids and the causal adult than the serious scholar, but it's an interesting way to spend a couple of hours.
We found the staff friendly and helpful. The cafe looked nice, too.
Heather Forrest — Google review
This place is a little bit in the middle of nowhere but is a great little museum. There are some great pieces of story telling and videos to watch, including a 20 minute 3D movie. The gift shop is good and there is a small cafe if you are hungry. You can take a walk on Hadrians wall also which is a short walk away.
Adam Barnard — Google review
Great museum, well laid out and informative, with some very friendly staff too!
Millie Coffey — Google review
A few disabled bays, the car park would get overflowing in high season, but we didn't have that problem.
It is disabled friendly to a degree, I would suggest a helper/carer to come along. The entrance floor is flat and has a lovely cafe, with reasonably priced goods, and a gift shop!
There is a steep slope going down to the lower level, with hand rail. This is the beginning of the display and screen interaction, and another steady slope then leads to another level.
It is well worth a visit!
All the staff we encountered were very warm and welcoming, helpful, and friendly.
S S — Google review
A brilliant depiction of roman life in the North East. Each display has been set up to the smallest details, giving that feeling of realism. The videos as you walk around are informative. The eagles eye movie of the wall is brilliant and still shows sycamore gap in all its glory. The staff were friendly and more than happy to answer any questions and the café was brilliant. Fresh sandwiches and tray bakes as well as a fully stocked gift shop. Would highly recommend a visit, especially with the discounted tickets that get you into Vinolanda also.
High Force Waterfall is a magnificent tourist attraction nestled in a secluded forest. The waterfall cascades dramatically for 69 feet into a plunge pool, and visitors can take several paths through the beautiful natural scenery. There is a parking fee as well as a small charge for accessing the falls, but the longer walk to the top offers stunning views for free. Surrounding landscapes are breathtaking from every angle; however, it can get busy around the falls, so don't expect perfect solitude.
A return visit today to this wonderful place. This time the kids had a Easter egg trail to follow, which was great fun. Definitely needed some breaks from walking back up the steep hill. The views are amazing.
Hayley Nunn — Google review
Lovely place to spend a couple of hours. Parking £3 and tickets £2.50 from kiosk at the hotel. Walk down to the falls is easy, rocks at the bottom not so easy to navigate- need to be sure footed, but lots of rocks to sit on and soak in the view. We walked back via the forest walk, which is very steep to start with, with many steps, then it gets easier and meanders through different types of woodland scattered with some lovely wooden sculptures.
Debbie Coates — Google review
This is a must see for everyone. England’s largest ( not single drop ) waterfall. It really is a sight of some splendour and is dramatic to see.
Tickets available from the High Force Pub and hotel opposite. Massive car park at a cheap £3 for 3 hours. Please do buy the tickets as the attraction is on private land and the money appears to be clearly spent well on maintaining the footpath, benches and viewing point.
An addition to the stunning view of the waterfall was somewhat meeting with Helen Skelton and Dan Walker filming their Channel 5 Pennine way walk. Have to say the were both warm and friendly and very polite with Dan assisting my wife over a couple of wet slippery stones and a muted “hiya” drowned by the crescendo of the waterfall and a beaming smile from Helen. What lovely genuine people they were and an interesting addition to our visit.
Gerry McAuley — Google review
Absolutely stunning views, took us 2 hours to walk all the way thru. Seen waterfall from both sides. We’ve paid £3 for 3 hours car park, toilets are there and some snacks and drinks as well. £1.50 ticket entrance per kid (under 5 free) £3 per adult.
Natalie H — Google review
A spectacular waterfall on the River Tees, the largest in the country, by volume of water going over the top.
Access is easy, large car park just off the main road with the trail entrance just opposite. (at time of writing, car park is £3, payment by card, and trail entrance £3).
The track is firm and wide and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. It's not far to the falls, an easy walk for all abilities. The falls themselves are stunning so take your cameras. It's a popular location so you may have to wait for that special shot!
To get back you can simply retrace your steps or take the Woodland Walk route back. Turn left up the steps on the left at the bottom and follow the path through some pretty woodlands until you get back to the start. It only adds a little distance but it is steep and muddy in places with steep steps at the start. I will suggest this as a trail edit as it makes for a more rounded walk.
Back at the car park there are free toilets, a snack shop and a pub so all bases are covered.
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Ian Seville — Google review
The High Force waterfall is definitely worth a visit. There is the waterfall itself but also natural beauty all around this area. The High Force Hotel at the entrance to the waterfall is brilliant. Great atmosphere, nice rooms and superb food with plenty of parking. There is a good chance that we will make a return visit.
Bob Sherry — Google review
£3 for parking and £2.50 each to see the waterfall. I think it was worth it. We took a picnic and had it at the little picnic area near the car park. There is also a footpath leading out to the beautiful fields. Had a coffee at the little shop and everyone enjoyed the time spent together.
Matt English — Google review
High Force is very impressive, well worth a visit.
Lovely woodland walk to get to the waterfall, you can keep going on the circular route or go back from the falls. To the waterfall and back on the same path is fairly easy, the circular route is harder. There are a lot of steps from the falls up into the woods and there are some steep parts over tree roots.
If you have mobility issues it would be best to go back from the waterfall along the same path you get down to it.
You have to buy a ticket to go to the falls - July 2023 it’s £3 each. You also have to pay to park, it costs £3 for 2 hours.
Tracey Roberts — Google review
A beautiful location especially after a period of rain. A nice circular walk from the car park to the waterfall and back through the woodland trail. Some steps, steep in parts but a pleasant stroll. Car park has plenty of space and staff are all very friendly and helpful.
Dominic Perry — Google review
A visit to High Force at the end of a day of incessant rain was rewarded by the falls flowing in spectacular style, and the noise was thunderous to boot! Highly recommended :-)
We didn't begrudge the ticket price which the website says is for the maintenance of the path to the falls and it was in excellent condition. TIP: Outside opening hours there is an honesty box just inside the gate ;-)
John Fox — Google review
Called on way back home. Purchased tickets in pub and enjoyed the circular walk round. Also headed down to lower falls. Paths and signage well maintained but not accessible for wheelchairs/pushchairs. Parking easy to sort lots of QR'S dotted around but machine also available.
Julie haywood — Google review
Lovely friendly ticket checker.
Tickets need purchased from hotel also fee for car parking at machine but well worth it lovely wooded walk there and back up the 113 steps !!
The fall is so loud and extreme into the pool lovely visiting birds as you watching nature at its best.
Veronica Laing — Google review
Fantastic place to walk. A charge for parking and another small charge for the short walk to the falls; although the longer walk is free (and a better viewpoint from the top). I didn't mind paying to help the upkeep of the area. Beautiful scenery in every direction though always pretty busy around the falls so don't expect to bask in the solitude!
Richard Stacey — Google review
I am not sure if there is any point in posting further photos of the waterfall as there are plenty already plus it's difficult to get a different perspective.
It's certainly impressive but in truth not quite as high as I was expecting.
Given that we have not had a lot of rain recently I would really like to see it at "full flow".
It only takes around 10 minutes to reach it from the car park and there are some other nice walks that you could do too.
Only £2.50 to get in but £3 to park.
The Curryholic — Google review
Parking is £3 for 3 hours, tickets are now £3 per adult, £1.50 child if you want to take the direct gentle route down to the waterfall. You can go the long way round for free and watch from the top, but my partner couldn't manage it on this occasion so the slight incline, paid, 10 min picturesque walk down it was.
Kevin Shek — Google review
[TRIP 11.07.2023] We were there after the heavy rain. Easy walk path for my bad ankle. The waterfall was stunning and strong.
Parking was £3 for 3 hours, waterfall tickets were £3 per adult during this period. Lovely pies from the hotel were very nice too 🤤 We were there on Tuesday, so it was not too busy.
Alexa Yui Sunisa — Google review
No meditation App required here, enjoy the walk to the waterfall which in itself is enchanting, then gaze upon nature in all its glory and maybe consider that this planet is indeed worth looking after for all who will follow us.
Our waterfall tickets cost £3.00 each, a small price to pay for the sense of wellbeing.
ModernBeaker — Google review
The walks to and around the waterfall are pretty awesome. Walking to the waterfall is easy enough, the lower path is definitely easier for most people. However if you fancy a slightly different, longer walk that takes you above the waterfall then I suggest the path just 100 yards to the left of the main route. You go down some pretty steep steps, but definitely worth the walk to the top of the falls.
Steven Wyllie — Google review
Stopped as passing through. £3 to park and £3 to view. Lovely wooded circular, dogs on lead. Little viewing area down some steep steps, nice 40mins unexpected waterfall!
ilona rigo — Google review
This can be an excellent day out for the family and your pet dog if you have one. Ample parking for which you have to about £3. If you need a receipt, the ticket machine will send it to your email address. This is not a Pay & Display car park; you just enter your vehicle’s registration number and pay the appropriate fee, that’s it. There are toilets next to the car park and the ticket kiosk within a refreshments outlet . There is a good hotel here with a restaurant if you feel the need. Cross over the road from the car park and you shall see a friendly face who shall have a quick look at your ticket. Then you have two walking routes to the actual waterfall. One I think is for energetic people going up and down the mini-forest. The other is relatively straightforward. The actual waterfall is a beautiful sight. It roars and creates slight mist if you are close to it. The water is somewhat brown and seems muddy but it’s mostly just colour not mud. I enjoyed my trip and took several photos and video clips with my phone and my drone. I recommend this site. Thanks for reading my review.
Azfar Bukhari — Google review
We had a great time at high and low force waterfall.
The walk itself is well maintained and not overly strenuous however if you trek to high force and cross over to head to the bottom of the falls there is a steep set of steps that takes you up to high force hotel. You will then have to pay a fee to access the bottom of the falls (we didn’t do this so I don’t know the cost).
Please note the route isn’t suitable for pushchairs, we came across a family with one who had to carry it over sets of rocks and I’m sure they would have carried it a fair amount.
The surrounding area is lovely and well worth the visit.
The hotel is nice too we stopped for a couple of drinks.
We parked at Bowlees visitors centre which was a donation car park and got crowded later in the day. So arrive early.
Jordan Stephenson — Google review
A good place to come and visit. More so after a few days of rain so it is in full flow. You have to pay for both parking and access to the falls but neither are overly expensive. The falls are not a long walk from the carpark so easily accessible. The route back through the woods is a pleasant walk. It will take no more than an hour to complete.
John Greener — Google review
Amazing, been here a few times but never with this amount of flow. Hit both sides, well worth the hike round via the Penine way to the other side. Easy parking with a pub and toilets . 15 min walk to the north bank, allow an hour 20 for the south
David Keiller — Google review
It is a while since I was last here and the trail up along the Pennine Way has been greatly improved. I have trouble walking at times but managed this 4.5 mile walk (there and back) with the help of walking poles. The views of the waterfall are stunning but if you are not up to the whole walk, Low Force is stunning enough to satisfy.
Eleanor Connah — Google review
Beautiful 😍! High force from the name you can guess, how strong it is. But on a rainy day it becomes full force.
Nice day out spot. Car park is very near with modern ticketing machine.
Tickets are available from the pub next to car park of waterfall.
Wheelchair accessible route to waterfall.
Worth visiting.
Tabish Khan — Google review
High Force waterfall is an easy 3k walk from Bowlees visitor centre where you can leave your car and walk along the Pennine Way up to High Force.
Otherwise you can drive to the High Force Hotel, which is closer but you have to pay to park and enter.
There is an overlook just before you get to the falls themselves where you get an excellent high level view, but it is slightly hidden from the main path.
Some of the juniper bushes in the area are suffering from phytopthera illness, control measures are in place - footbaths at the entry and exit to the problem area.
Victoria Pearson — Google review
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Alston Rd, Forest-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle DL12 0XH, United Kingdom
The Wensleydale Creamery is a cheese factory where visitors can learn about the history of the cheese and see it being made. It is also home to the world famous Wensleydale Cheese.
Open 10am-3pm at £4.45 for adults, no need to book, plentiful free parking. Payment gains admittance to a cheese making demonstration and history museum, and an activities room and viewing window housed in a separate building. We enjoyed learning the history of cheese in general and of Wensleydale cheese in particular. Great value for money.
Matthew Hurst — Google review
We stumbled upon this place on our drive through the Dales, and glad we did. We sat for a slightly late lunch. The staff work very hard here as it's clearly a very popular spot for locals and visitors alike. We were seated withing a few short minutes of arriving. The service was friendly and prompt. The views from the back of the dining area are quite spectacular. The food was exactly what it said on the menu. Great choices on the menu, and quite reasonably priced.
The chilled room on the side offering not only cheese tasters, but also a vast selection of the cheeses available from the creamery. Along with preserves, crackers and more.
The shop offers a wide range of items. From bottles of local liquors, Ice-creams, and all sorts of farm based & Wensleydale products...... We had a great experience here. We would love to return and do the tour. Will definitely recommend to adult and child alike.
The Zombie Hunter Hayes — Google review
Great place to visit when it’s raining. We did the experience tour, where we learn about cheese making. It was really interesting. Then visited a small museum where you learn facts about cheese. It’s really great for kids also the way they have done it. Followed by cheese tasting ( the best part).
You can then go back to the shop which is quite big. And a dedicated area for cheese to taste and buy. They a cafe and toilets.
They have free car park on-site.
I will recommend as a day out. Only disappointment was when going to pay my shopping the cashier was not so friendly it felt rushed like she wanted to get rid of us, not nice customer service when you spend money local.
Elodie SALOM — Google review
About an hour's worth without the cheese making demo. compact visitor experience overall, children area nicely done including Wallace and Gromit set up.
No tasting samples the day we were there.
The Shop and cafe were well stocked.
bertie malco — Google review
Really amazing place. Full creamery tours, gift shop stacked with local businesses & the cheese shop has every cheese available to taste. Very worth the visit. The restaurant & cafe have a good choice of food & drinks. Really worth the visit!
Bee — Google review
Brilliant demonstration very informative and visual which helps a lot for some people. Really enjoyed the cheese tasting and found a new favourite cheese 🧀 Wensleydale with pineapple 🍍 😋 be warned you may spend too much in the cheese shop 😍 we did !
Elaine Gill — Google review
Free parking on site! Great shop, clean toilets lovely cafe and separate restaurant. Outdoor seating for the cafe. Toilets were clean and the staff were amazing. Is it a little cramped in the gift shop if you have a wheelchair or pushchair.
The museum and factory tour are very good value - lots of stuff to interact with and it is all very well maintained - great for little fingers as well as adult ones!
The cheese demo was brilliant too - the only downside to the visit was that we went on a Saturday so the factory was closed. We could still see the machines and stuff but we didn't get to see them in action. Still enjoyed it though.
The ice cream is gorgeous - make sure you properly treat yourself and get two scoops! I can highly recommend the black cherry with chocolate.
Pamela ?Pambo? Ann — Google review
Absolutely love this place! My whole family has been coming here for years and I will continue to do so with my own. Fantastic alone to visit the Cheese Shop, but extra special to go visit the rest of the creamery and see what else they have to offer, fantastic for kids! Love, love, love the cheese!!!
Megan Procter — Google review
Interesting place to visit. Tells the history of cheese making in this area with exhibits and live demonstration. The gentleman who did the demo when we visited was knowledgeable and engaging and I found it very enjoyable to watch. There is a cafe and gift shop as well as a cheese shop. Taste testing is allowed.
We were lucky enough to see some Morris dancers on the day we visited too.
Claire Louise — Google review
I love cheese and this was definitely the place to be!! My husband and I went over the bank holiday weekend and it was busy but manageable :)
There are two sections in which you can get free cheese tastings - one in the store and the other in the museum section (which you have to pay for but it includes a live demonstration on how Wendsleydale cheese is made). There is, of course, Wallace and Grommit merch and a whole mini section dedicated to them in the museum. It is also very family friendly.
For lunch we went to the coffee shop and the only critique I have is that the cafe itself is a decent size but for the crowds there, there was a giant queue for over an hour and so I'm surprised they didn't open the restaurant (currently undergoing some renovations so it is closed) for overflow seating. However lunch had a good selection to cater to everyone and the blue cheese scones were almost the size of my face! I got one to go for £3 and I wish they sold them in the store!
It was such a great time. Definitely a fun visit.
Amanda Williams McNair — Google review
Fascinating place to visit, well worth paying the extra to learn the history of the factory, it’s incredible staff and sit in and learn about how the cheese is made with a demonstration to boot. The viewing windows allow you to watch the process on the factory floor and the tasting area, well just make sure you eat before attending!
The shop is fabulous and full of all sorts of gifts, drinks and the two cafes on site as well as the ice cream counter mean that everything is catered for. There are good, clean and accessible toilets and plenty of parking. Also lovely benches outside should you need a picnic place. Child friendly and a wonderful place to visit.
Annie B — Google review
My wife and I went on a coach trip last year. Lovely scenery on the way. We had an interesting tour around the creamery. Fun and informative. We made a dash for the restaurant and pleased we did as they only catered for a certain amount of covers. The food was amazing and service first class. There is a cafe if you miss out.
Graham Hawkes — Google review
My favourite place in the UK. The most delicious menu I've ever experienced, with the most wonderful take-home items and the friendliest staff. I visit once a year and always leave smiling, no matter the weather. ❤️
Chris Davies — Google review
I love cheese so Ideal place to visit
Tim the guide was informative and entertaining
Husband and dog had to wait outside but then went for lunch. Very nice if a little windy outside
Jan Tetley — Google review
Fantastic place! We're both cheese lovers so this was basically a pilgrimage!! Spent more time than was necessary in the tasting room but also paid for the demonstration and tour! Lovely gift shop and cafe too. Highly recommended.
Owain J Millard — Google review
Came here on a day excursion and spent an interesting two hours here. The visitor centre is only a short distance from the market square and has a large free car park. It's well signposted and all the buildings are wheelchair accessible. The staff were welcoming and friendly. Our visit to the Wensleydale Cheese Experience was pre-booked with a time slot. The man who did the cheesemaking demonstration was very knowledgeable, going through all the different stages of how cheese is hand crafted in the modern creamery. We then walked across to a little museum where we learned all about this place's fascinating history through artefacts and easy to read info boards, tasted a variety of Wensleydale cheeses and got to see inside the creamery itself from a viewing gallery. Lots of fun activities for kids and the opportunity to be photographed with Wallace and Gromit! The shop is a delight to browse around, full of beautiful homewares, pictures, stationery, books and much more. The cheese shop is also well worth visiting, not only for the cheese but also crackers, chutneys and a host of other foodie treats. Bought some cheese and a delicious Yorkshire fruit cake to take home. There's a restaurant and café which I didn't get time to visit, but I did treat myself to an ice-cream from the shop and ate it on a café terrace with a lovely view of the dales. All in all this was an enjoyable visit!
Valerie Hinchliffe — Google review
Lovely gift shop with a wide range of gifts and goodies. The cheese shop has free tasting, plus all things cheese-related. There is a viewing room where you can watch it being made. Now I am not actually a cheese lover 😲, but had a lovely mooch round and would definitely recommend a visit.
Linda Edwards — Google review
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Gayle Ln, Wensleydale, Hawes DL8 3RN, United Kingdom
Lowther Castle & Gardens is a historical landmark located in the Lake District, England. The estate was once home to the Earls of Lonsdale and features beautiful gardens as well as a cafe and shop. Kids will love spending time at the Adventure Playground which is located on site.
This place was so good! We arrived and the courtyard was beautiful somewhere to sit, eat, drink and use toilet facilities! The toilets were lovely and clean! The cafe was spacious and also clean. Lots of choice hot and cold food! The castle itself is just stunning we set off around the garden and found some little wooden houses which were like something out of a film I loved them! The different flowers rockery and views walking around just top it off! The scented garden was amazing! We then went into the woods on our quest to find the hidden castle 🏰 it was playground for the children to our surprise (we have no kids) but it looked ace! You can get food at the top near this too lovely hut under the low trees! Parking is free! You can get bikes to hire which we didn’t do but we are hoping to do that next time!
Samantha Lloyd — Google review
Superb adventure playground. Easy parking. Pretty building. Decent cafe with friendly staff. Gardens still a bit of a work in progress, but coming along nicely. Nice views.
D Underwood — Google review
The views and the Adventure Park were amazing. Castle is cool too. The best part was the Adventure playground and the obstacle course in the woods. It was definitely the best my kids have been to and we had so much fun running through it with them. So much to explore! We will definitely be back many times!
Brie D — Google review
Lots of carpark space
Stunning grounds to explore
Huge area with views & different themes
It's great to look around the historic Castle
Impressive architecture & history
Great for all the family (especially young ones)
Good facilities, cafe, toilets in historic courtyard
Bit pricey we thought, especially when the castle, grounds & exhibition are still under restoration & not all available to see/enjoy.
But we'll worth a visit if the weather is nice, dog friendly & will be stunning when fully restored.
Lewis Walch — Google review
Wow this place is truly amazing! Perfect location for families. Get your self a picnic made up and spend the day with lots of exploring of the beautiful grounds.
The kids lost castle park is worth the extra fee alone. It is huge! The kids will never get bored as there is so much to chose from, it is perfect.
Michael Jubb — Google review
Absolutely fantastic day out. My son loved the 'Lost Castle' adventure playground, it's huge! The grounds are massive filled with summerhouses and tree swings. Perfect place to take your dog too. We loved it.
Vicky Holmes — Google review
The estate walks offer stunning views of the moors with Ullswater and the pennies in the distance. The eight mile loop is particularly good. Look out for the Fell ponies with their long mains. Also, the lost castle is a great playground for kids. The gardens are beautiful. Ample parking is available, and it is free. Well maintained and beautiful in every aspect.
Roger Kirby — Google review
Beautiful place to visit. Such an interesting castle. This would be magnificent if fully restored to its former glory. The lost castle for the children and even adults who also participated in the slides. Toddlers sand pit, zip lines swings perfect for the children of all ages.
The whole of the castle is well laid out and a pleasure to walk around. History of its demise in 1939 and how it was used in war time.
The cafe has a lunch and tea menu, and ice cream. We had our own picnic.
Georgina Scholick-West — Google review
Beautiful grounds, huge area to explore with children or for a quiet wander. We paid for entrance into the castle and castle gardens and I'd absolutely recommend ypu doing the same because the garden they've created with the castle walls are stunning. They have a wonderful cafe with hot and cold food available and plenty of refreshments. We'll maintained toilet facilities and ample parking space. Ypu will enjoy visiting lowther Castle and gardens.
Emily Emz — Google review
Gorgeous gardens with lots to do and see. The kids playground is AMAZING! The only thing that let it down was the lack of mobility aids. Many gardens and parks we have previously visited have had wheelchair rental or the use of a buggy to help cart those will mobility issues around.
Emily Harrison — Google review
Great place for the whole family. The baby zipwire is a must if you have small kids (my 1yo loved it), and the adventure playground is great for bigger kids. The castle was great too, and the cafe served a good range of food for all the family.
Tom Sayer — Google review
Another highlight of our stay in the Lake District. The castle and gardens are great to explore. Lots of outdoor space to sit and relax. There is a cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. Also one of the biggest and best adventure playgrounds I've ever seen, our kids loved it!
Stephen Lee — Google review
Had a great day out here The grounds are huge and great to see work in progress for such an impressive site Would suggest getting there early and having food first as the cafe area is free to enter so gets very busy! We had a very nice ice cream before the walk around. Such interesting history loved reading about the Yellow Earl and his love of life sounded such an interesting character!
Tracey Parker — Google review
Breathtaking.. honestly couldn’t believe how stunning and well preserved Lowther Castle and the general estate has been kept. There was so much charm and character and stories in every corner! We spent the whole day here and would go again and again if I could!
Daniella LK — Google review
What a brilliant place to visit. Museum was interesting and well laid out. The castle ruin was beautiful to be able to meander though. Garden grounds were very well maintained. Coffee shop/cafe was very reasonable. The kids play area is one of the best we’ve been to and a must visit if in the area with children. Nestled in the wooded gardens it’s huge with everything from toddler sand pits to zip wires. Went as a large family group of mixed ages and there was something for everyone. Will definitely visit again.
Anna Warren — Google review
What an absolutely stunning place to visit. The museum was interesting, the castle was partly ruined but still beautiful, the gardens were colourful and varied. The temporary ceramic daffodil display was lovely to see. We spent a couple of hours here but would have spent more time if we had time as we missed some of the garden and woodland walks. Definitely a 'must visit'.
Tara Sanders — Google review
Lovely location and grounds and a fantastic castle to look at from outside. The internal museum isn't fantastic but the gardens make up for that.
Best outdoor kids playground we've been to, I'd say (and we've been to a few).
Marcus Rogers — Google review
*Felt like a mini-disney land 🏰*
We went for easter and the easter- eggs treasure hunt made the experience more exciting for us. It's one of the castles in Lake districts that isn't a leftover building ruin (memes xD).
The family has great passion for gardening and it was quite evident in how they showcased through the humongous area for sight seeing different species of trees, plants and flora. The natural (& man-edited) view of this place is pleasing and we couldn't help but enjoy the fantastic green views all around us.
They've got advanced + in person booking available. A little crowded, given it was a public holiday. Nice staff, decent amount of information about thr royal family, map(brochure) was really helpful for navigation; an excellent spot to take your family and kids. They've also got a dedicated spot at the very end for kids' plays area and park. Toilets were neat at the entrance. A restaurant at the beginning and a cafe at the end of the voyage. Perfect spot for summer outing with family and friends 👨👨👧👦
Karthikesh B (Karthi) — Google review
I was very impressed with the progress. Such a shame the building internals were torn down.
Progress in the gardens is good to see.
Food in the restaurant was surprisingly good!
Dave Wilson — Google review
WOW. This place isn't just family friendly, the whole place has been thoughtfully designed with families in mind. Brilliant for kids who enjoy a bit of exploring, even if they can't walk that far. And the Lost Castle playground is the biggest and best we have ever seen - absolutely stunning. The café is great too.
We came in the middle of December - the weather was against us but we loved the feeling of having the place to ourselves!
Ben Horrigan — Google review
Beautiful castle with an interesting family history. The cafe menu was amazing & I wished we had more time to spend there. They are having some restoration done on the outer walls, so there are building works going on at the moment . The weather put us off visiting the gardens, so we decided to come back again to spend time exploring them. A place to return to again and again.
Angela Baker — Google review
Wow what a place!! We will definitely be coming back in summer when the gardens are in bloom.
We have watched this place for many years and love what they have done to the place. Visitor centre, gardens, children's play area likevyou have never seen before and acre and acres to wander in - brilliant!!
The Devils Porridge is a museum located in a modern building near Gretna, known for its historical significance during World War I. It was once a munitions factory where thousands of women worked on preparing cordite, an explosive referred to as "the devils porridge" by Arthur Conan Doyle. The museum offers a deep dive into the social history of the area and the personal stories of the workers, including tragic tales and displays such as a poignant doll.
What an amazing place. My Grandchildren found The Devils Porridge so interesting. They enjoyed finding out the history of how things were. They really loved dressng up. The Cafe had a really good variety of foods on the Meenu to suit everyone. Service was excellent.
Liz Gilbert — Google review
This was another new find for us. I love that we are still finding new places to visit! I knew the term "Devil's Porridge", but I'd never heard of the museum or the munitions factory. The museum is within a very modern building just a short drive from Gretna. The visit began outside, we chose to have lunch at one of the picnc benches, then my boys chose to climb aboard 'Sir James' and read the various inscriptions and monuments outside. There is also a little Anderson shelter around the back. Once inside, the staff were really friendly and appraoched us, providing the kids with a quiz. There are two floors to explore and a one way system in place. We thought we would be in and out in less than an hour, but we all really got into the story of it all. We read everything, we looked at the archive of images and the kids played dress up too! I will say that I thought I knew more about this period of war than I did and I had no idea how important sites like this had become and how the massive female workforce helped to win the first world war.
It's not expensive, but I'd not say that it's the cheapest place to visit either, and it's not local to most of us, but it's worth the drive and the slight expense. This is a history and heritage that shouldn't be forgotten. Make the trip, it's worth it.
Some things to note:
- There is a car park, but it's not large and while we were there, it was full.
- Around the back, there is a fantastic little cafe that we'd have missed had the staff not told us. The decor inside is very Rennie Mackintosh and tastfully done, the cakes and coffee are lovely, as was the lady who served us, then sat and chatted with us.
- Unfortunately, you cannot visit the actual munitions site, it is still MOD property, locked up and out of bounds.
Paul Wilkinson — Google review
This was my husband's choice. Really interesting place which focuses on the munitions factory built in the first world war. Also some historical focus on 2nd world and the first nuclear power station in Scotland
Well worth a visit and staff lovely. Coffee and ice creams for sale
Ann Colwell — Google review
Great place to visit. Didn't look very big from the outside but we were there nearly 4 hours having a break at the café, then looking around the upstairs bit.
Lots to read and listen to, things to take part in and dress up. All about the area and what big part it had to play in the wars very interesting. 10 minute drive from Gretna Green.
Cheryl Aziz — Google review
Fascinating, little-known story of the munitions factory that made cordite.
Great exhibits, history and stories. Some fun interactive exhibits.
Lovely little cafe attached.
Friendly, helpful staff.
joe adams — Google review
Great experience. Very informative and I had no clue about what was even there back wartime. Friendly staff. Had lunch in the Cordite Canteen. It was lovely. Homemade wares and cakes for after.
Donald Murray — Google review
A really interesting museum covering something I knew nothing about. It c overs the secret manufacturing of cordite assuring WW1, and the story behind how the factory and the associated villages were built. Lots to see, well suited to all ages with some interactive displays. A very good cafe serving high uplift but reasonably priced food. Staff very helpful and knowledgable.
David Hellyn — Google review
The Devils Porridge Museum is a fascinating, quirky place to visit.
The story of the purpose of the huge munitions factory and general information on the first world and second world war is interesting and informative. The shop and cafe are excellent and the museum staff friendly and helpful. There is a small wheelchair lift to get you to the upstairs level. Parking is close to the museum entrance.
A very enjoyable though poignant at times visit.
Fozzie Sayers — Google review
This was a very interesting place,it gives you an insight of what the woman who worked there had to endure. An interesting museum, but will take a long time to get round having to read all the stories. We'll worth a visit.
David Barrett — Google review
Very interesting museum with lots to see and read. When we arrived there was a man giving a talk on the museum who was very informative and relaxed. We went next door to the cafe, nice choice of menu from meals/snacks to drinks and cakes. A lovely day out
Irene Mason — Google review
Had a visit today and was well worth the trip. Ive been wanting to visit for ages The museum is bit of a Tardis as it looks small, but there is loads of things to keep you interested. Plenty of social history about the area and the people who worked at the factory and their sometimes tragic stories. I was particularly touched by the story about the doll that is on display. We were met by two lovely gentlemen who were so friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you.
Stevie Douglas — Google review
What an amazing place. I highly recommend a visit to learn about the amazing people behind the production of the cordite used by the allied troops during the wars. Particularly loved learning about the night of a thousand whiskeys! Great staff, and the place was just the right size, so the children were engaged for the duration.
Madelenes summer Stevens — Google review
What a great place! Staff are absolutely fantastic they can't do enough for you. Well worth a visit for adults and children!
Anne Auld — Google review
Amazing little museum. Excelent for the entire family to learn about WW1 and little ones to have interaction learning activities. Great staff and once you have completed the learning go to the cafe on site for some home made dishes and read the poster on their wall. (So true)
White Scar Cave is a National Park attraction in Yorkshire that offers visitors an amazing view of waterfalls, rock formations and man-made tunnels. This amazing place is a must-see for anyone visiting the Yorkshire Dales area.
Fantastic day out for adults kids. My son an daughter 8 & 6 loved it.
There are some parts of the system where the ceiling is very low. My daughter just about managed to walk through up right. Think the longest part is about 40m. For adults it's not hands and knees but you are bent pretty low. Well worth it though!
Phil Smith — Google review
Awesome place. Not been since I was a kid. Only 4 of us in the tour group so it was nice and peaceful. Turned up around 45 minutes early and chilled in the shop/cafe. Tour took around 1-2 hours and had plenty of time to ask questions/take photos etc. Really cool and interesting place. You will be crouching down for some of the walk through but all good fun. Staff were very friendly and informative. Plenty of parking and easy to find.
ian Taylor — Google review
My 11yr old grandson and I visited White Scar caves last week and what a fantastic experience it was, far exceeded my expectations.
Easy to get to, plenty of parking and a reasonable price for a fully guided tour. Our guide David was interesting, informative, light-hearted and chatty. He certainly made the visit great fun and an education.
The cave is absolutely spectacular, well worth a visit.
Nick S — Google review
Good cave! A lot of tunnels to walk though and a guide. Top experience to walk underground. It does go far into the earth and a few steps and tight squeezes here and there but nothing bad. A lot of parking outside with a shop, cafe, and toilets. Definitely recommend going 👍🏻
Shooting Sean — Google review
Incredible experience! Our guide Alison was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and welcoming. The walk through the caves takes about 40 minutes to get to the final deep chambers. You do need to crouch quite a bit and there are a fair few steps so need to be able to manage that! But 100% worth it. The caves are amazing, especially the final huge cavern. Tours are every hour from 11 on a weekend. We arrived just before 11 when the ticket window opened and had no problem buying a ticket and going straight down. Well worth a visit if your in the area and currently for Xmas they have a whole Santa's grotto theme through the start with lots of Xmas lights and displays.
Richard Lewis — Google review
Amazing place any weather. Well, not when it’s pouring down with rain as the caves can flood!
We went a April time 2023, was a bit wet and windy and quite warm outside, but in the caves it’s lovely and cool. Really good experience if your not too claustrophobic, and don’t mind walking a few meters bent over in the low caves. The talk about the cave system is very fascinating, it’s well worth a visit!
Not ideal for people who have any heart conditions, there’s a long set of steps to get to the main and final room. Even I was out of breath!
Chris C317 — Google review
Definitely the most impressive cave system I've visited. The battle cavern is well worth the effort to get there. Low sections and a flight of 90 steps make it accessible only for the reasonably fit and flexible.
Peter Occardi — Google review
Love the cave and the tour, the tour guide (mike?) was friendly and informative. The cave has so many beautiful features and atmosphere. We ended up having a private tour as we happened to get there at a time no one else was around mid week! Fantastic surprise. They allow you to bring dogs in if they are small and only if you can hold them the whole time as it is not safe for dogs to walk through on their own. The café was also very good and a wonderful view, a lovely little spot. The shop is full of crystal specimens to buy.
Dorothy Moore — Google review
What a truly amazing cave!!! Honestly a MUST visit, was a real highlight of our weekend trip away and we all had a spectacular time. We had a really brilliant tour guide named Mark who made our visit fabulous. Would come again if I was in the area for another visit! I am so surprised I had not heard of this cave before, and I think it really deserves all the praise it gets! AWESOME
Karina O'Flynn — Google review
We had lunch at the cafe which was lovely. The cafe staff were very friendly. The tour was conducted by Thomas and he did a really good job. My son has homework to be handed in and he's decided to write about the caves. It was throughly enjoyable and I took all 3 of my children and they all enjoyed it.
Catherine Page-Martin — Google review
Brilliant place to visit. Mike, our guide, clearly the best of the bunch. Still has it even after a week off 💪🏻 the low ceilings aren't an issue, until you forget and stand up too soon. Very interesting, very informative. I'd imagine great for little ones. Ticket office window opens 5 mins before the tours on the hour, clean facilities, wear a coat!!
Rebecca Yates — Google review
Great day out with my daughters, well worth a visit and the cave system has to be seen to be appreciated, photos doesn't do it justice, there are stretches of the tour were you have to crouch to get past the low roof so you have to be in reasonable fitness, an experience not to be missed, the guides are incredible with vast knowledge of the cave system.
Free car park and onsite toilets for customers visiting the cave or the cafe, impressive gift shop with various rare and semi precious stones and geodes.
Definitely a day out not to be missed.
antonio marinelli — Google review
Had an excellent time. Welcoming staff, informative and friendly tour guide. Amazing sights and experience, the photos do not do it justice. You do have to duck low in some places. In addition it has a large car park, clean toilets, and nice cafe. Well worth a visit
James Goodliffe — Google review
A fantastic way to spend a few hours. Stunning tour of the caves and very informative. Tour guide was very friendly and professional. Bring sensible shoes, waterproof jacket and no worries about your hairstyle a you'll be wearing a hard hat. Good value for money. Whole tour is 80mins, there's a cafe and gift shop on site too.
Frizzle Dizzle — Google review
Photos will never do this place justice! The highlight of our trip to the Yorkshire Dales. Up early to arrive for the first tour of the day. We’d like to thank our wonderful tour guide Tracy for the incredible enthusiasm and energy she brought to the tour which was almost theatrical at points!
Her knowledge of the cave complex combined with the staggering views inside really made this a once in a lifetime opportunity. The story of the cave’s discovery along with the miners and the additional 4 miles of tunnels really was incredible.
Would highly recommend to anyone who is able to do it. All the staff were incredibly friendly and made the whole experience enjoyable.
Luke Murray — Google review
Great day out for the family. The cave walk took about an hour, dress up warm! Guide was great and there is lots to see, loads of different formations to see. Couple of places where you have to crouch to get through, one about 20m long. Shop if full of ‘crystals’, kids wanted to buy everything in there….cafe was good with a good choice.
JB Mills — Google review
Happened to see this place signposted from a local town and decided to Google search it.
Immediately planned on a trip there on our homeward drive.
The drive over was lovely and scenic.
The centre itself was really nice and has a lovely cafe and gift shop (reasonably priced)
Tours of the caves are at hourly intervals from 10am onwards i believe.
Cost £33 for two adults which proved to be worth every penny.
We were given hard hats (optional but very much needed and recommended) and the usual safety briefing by our guide.
We had Mark taking us down
He was knowledgeable and polite and showed real enthusiasm about the caves.
The caves themselves are spectacular!
It's awesome to be able to see geology that is at work all around us so up close and personal. I felt like a kid again.
Made use of my new phone to get some really great photos of the walk.. Which took us 90 mins to walk to the final cavern and back.
We DEFINITELY plan to be back with our kids to do the Dark Walk (an even more exciting experience we are assured)
The whole experience was really really worthwhile and i am really pleased that we stumbled across this fabulous place.
Highly highly recommended
Alan “MajorLurien” Rodmell — Google review
Spur of the moment as we were driving past. Great experience, reasonably priced. Low ceilings in places, so you need to be able to walk doubled up for a few meters at times. Informative tour lasting about 80 mins.
Karen Culleton — Google review
Worth a visit if in the area.
Note wear water proof shoes especially if it's been raining for a while.
Very interesting and different.
The tour costs £16.50 for adults and takes about 80 minutes.
You are provided a hard hat that is required, you need to bend down to walk through a few tunnels.
There are about 80 steps to climb but not all at once..
david mullins — Google review
Me and my family enjoyed this visit. Our guide was so nice. Our son was taken by all the tour had to offer. And it takes a lot to grab his attention!!!
Recommend this place for a good couple of hours visit.
The food was not great, quite basic but the experience made up for it, and that was what we were there for anyway.
Sally S — Google review
Visited on a Monday, experienced the cafe, shop and the cave tour. Tour fee £18 adults, £13 for children, can also buy a family ticket - well worth the experience.
Great tour guide, explained the history of the excavation, the money is being well spent on maintaining the caves.
Two parts of the tour require low bending, hard hats all supplied - definitely required. Tours were run every half hour.
Mary Law — Google review
Absolutely amazing experience ❤️ if you're in the area. It is a must. Your tour is guided and takes approx 80 minutes. If you're afraid of small spaces, don't go as you can not get a redund once you have paid
Tracey Beech — Google review
Stunning natural formation made into a great experience by Mike our tour guide. He was very entertaining and delivered interesting educational information regularly. The views were amazing. 0.5miles into the cave at 120m below the surface!
The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail is a short but beautiful hiking trail that takes you to six waterfalls, a gorge and a glen in the Yorkshire Dales. The trail is well-marked and easy to follow, and it offers some of the most spectacular waterfall and woodland scenery in the North of England.
Went here yesterday and absolutely loved the place! First stopped by for lunch at The Falls, then started the walking trail. Paid £8 entrance fee(adult)£4 for children, and free for 🐶. Parking is free on site. The trail is a circular route. 4.5 miles in total, and takes about 2.5-3 hours to complete. Took us a bit longer to stop by for ice cream, coffee and few minutes to rest and enjoy the beauty of the place. There’s food van near the first big falls(that only takes cash). Then there’s an ice cream van in the middle(takes cards), then there’s clean toilets on the refreshment centre(also takes cards). Make sure you have proper walking shoes as some parts of the trail are steep and slippery. It was busy when we went there yesterday. Can only imagine it getting busier later in summer. But overall,we had a great experience and it’s a beautiful place to explore.❤️
Czar Nicholson — Google review
If my kids hadn't have moaned about being outside this would have been the perfect day! Such a beautiful place to visit...the spring water and lemon drink at the Little tuck shop on the way up was a perfect refreshment in the heat!
We did the walk in 3hrs with a couple of stop offs for a drink and ice cream and few paddles in the water.... I'd definitely visit here again it was beautiful
Jenn Burgess — Google review
Beautiful sights along the walk. Railings provide comfort and support at the sketchy bits. £10/person is fairly expensive but the area is well maintained and clean. Decent trade off there. Walk is not easy, but plenty of areas to rest. The reward is the falls which are amazing. A lovely day out.
Chris Ursus — Google review
Lovely day out despite the weather, although the waterfalls were at their best due to the torrent of rain recently. The trail was nice and easy to follow, very scenic and varied mix of waterfalls. The path itself was quite well maintained, with some area in need of repair from the winter months. Good boots are advised as some parts of the path are more treacherous and obviously wet. We visited out of season, so there was no mid point cafe van open, and the toilets were closed for refurbishment. The positive was a nice and quiet walk with hardly anyone else around, which makes it so much more enjoyable and great for taking photos without the crowds.
Nick Johnson — Google review
This is one of the best enclosed walking trails I have experienced in the UK, absolutely worth the entry fee and then some. You not only get the sights of the falls along the first part of the trail but when you reach the largest fall and climb the final few steps to the top of the valley you’re further rewarded with a commanding view of the surrounding landscape. Finally you can descend into the village for a pub lunch Highly recommended to any in the area.
Conor Hennessy Sykes — Google review
Fantastic experience and some stunning views. But, the distance is 5.81 miles. You will need good walking shoes and carry water with you. If it's very hot it's not for the very elderly or anyone a bit infirm. Having said that we did very much enjoy the walk round.
Marki Allum — Google review
Fabulous! An £8 admission charge but worth every penny. We did the walk in around four hours but that included stopping off to admire the views and having lunch at the cafe half way round. We did think the cafe was a little expensive though. Toilets adjacent to the cafe were ideal on a walk of that length.
Gary Beavers — Google review
Just beautiful, 4.5 miles but well worth it. Fall are great this time of year but it also means very wet and can be slippy underfoot. Took us between 2.5 to 3 hrs to complete but we were in no rush and stopped to take many pictures, also stopped for coffee and flapjack at Breezy hill cafe which was lovely
Kim McLoughlin — Google review
We headed over to meet friends and decided to do the walk around the falls. Parking is free but £10 per person to do the 4.5 mile trail. The scenery is breathtaking but be prepared to climb a lot of steps. Good footwear is a must as the ground does get quite uneven. There is a little food hut half way round and the fresh lemon drink is a must. At the top of the falls there is an ice cream van and by time you get here a well deserved ice cream is on the cards. The weather was beautiful so don't forget the sun cream. We had a lovely day and would highly recommend this place.
Luke Ranger — Google review
Beautiful place, grat day out! Trail is well looked after ( entry fee £10 adult, £5 kids), signs, clean. Kids( 4 and 6 with me)and dog ( big dog) can manage the whole trail. Car Park available, included in price and toilets in places ( beginning, middle then end). We visited on 19th of Feb and it wasn't raining ( lucky us whoop whoo ) and it was still lovely. Village itself is so charming and has lots of places to eat. Give it a go!
Marta Robbins — Google review
A beautiful walk I've done many times. Charge is now per person not per car so a big hit for families 😞.£10 adult £5 a child.
I should imagine the upkeep of the paths would be expensive. Still a lovely walk.
Julian Bradley — Google review
This waterfall trail is so worth a go at £8.00 per adult entry we felt after doing the walk that this price is very reasonable taking onto account the upkeep of paths, steps,rails ,toilets ect.. and have paid a lot more for at lot less at other places. We visited when the falls were in flood and they were very impressive and powerful a sight to see. I would say wellies or walking boots are needed especially in autumn/winter months .This walk is not what I would call an easy stroll with a lot of steps both up and down but is worth it and would recommend it if in the area .
lisa sowerby — Google review
A beautiful 4.5 to 5 mile walk around some stunning waterfalls and scenic surroundings, simply breathtaking. It took us about 3 hours to complete the walk.
The car park had plenty of parking spaces and toilets all which were well maintained. Entrance is £8 for adults and under 16s £4 and that includes the car park. It's well worth the visit. If you love walking then your sure to love this waterfall walk. We had a beautiful dry day with temperatures of 18° even at the end of October and while we walked we were very hot. Be sure to wear the right footwear, walking boots which a are waterproof are ideal. About half way round there is an ice cream van and toilets with a coffee shop selling amazing hot drinks, snacks and ice cream. We will hopefully be doing this one again soon.
Yazz — Google review
Excellent family walk! I clocked it at 7.4km and it takes about 2h 30m. Lots to see to keep it interesting, there’s lots of steps so no push chairs or wheelchair access or unfortunately. There’s ice cream and refreshment stops along the way which is perfect for kids. One only takes cash (first one) the others take card payment. It’s £10 per adult and £5 for kids. I think it’s worth it as it is well kept! A really nice morning out
Gareth Rothwell — Google review
Fabulous place. Loads to see. It is a LONG walk though and one way only, so be ready for a 2 hour minimum walk really. 3 hours if you're taking your time and stopping in places. Really enjoyable though for both adults and kids. There is a refreshments cabin just after Pecca falls and an ice cream van after you cross the river at the top of the map. There's also a bacon butty shop and toilets before you rejoin the other river.
Jason Francis — Google review
Great day out to look at the waterfalls. Arrive early and take your time as it is quite up and down with loads of steps.
The ice cream van halfway round, and the cafe on the back stretch was more than welcome by the time we got to them. Would be nice if there were more benches to stop and admire the views and rest those weary legs.
Rob Bastow — Google review
Absolutely remarkable place! Really stunning views. Entry is £10 per adult but it’s essentially a full day out (we were walking for 3-4 hours but you can stay as long as you like)
Grace Matthews — Google review
Lovely walk with beautiful scenery, we were lucky with the weather. Entry is £10 per person but includes parking, a little expensive but the trail is well maintained. Would definitely recommend walking proper walking shoes/boots as ground in places uneven and a little slippy.
Would also need some level of fitness as there are ALOT of steps up and down. Would also recommend going early as the trail is one way and quite narrow so can get busy.
Nice place to stop by waterfall for a picnic and there is also a van selling food, drinks but is CASH only. There are also toilets about half way round.
Walk brings you out into Ingleton town which looked nice with lots of places for food & drink.
Michelle Myers — Google review
Cannot recommend this enough
Better to go early, plenty of parking available.
Ticket is 10 pound per adult and 5 per child. However the trail is well maintained with railings to hold while walking on slippery trails. The path is around 4 point some miles and there’s lots of areas to rest. There’s also two places where snacks and hot drinks are served in case you get hungry.
You are given a map and can see six waterfalls that are guided.
Also saw many people bringing their dogs who enjoyed the walk.
I think this is the first hike I felt safe in due to the accessibility!
Enjoyed it a lot
aromal neo — Google review
I'm not an avid hiker myself, but my sister and I definitely enjoyed the trail. The waterfalls and the surrounding woodland are absolutely magical. There are also a bunch of sheep here and there. We didn't't see any other animals unfortunately... We knew it would start raining anytime, so we couldn't just take our time and made it really fast on the way up; it took us roughly two hours in total. Sturdy shoes are strongly advised as it can be quite muddy.
Olesya Polishchuk — Google review
Wow! My second visit, daughters first. We did it in 5hrs 37mins 😂 Guess you could say we took our time (last car in car park nearing sundown) Amazing views, Waterfalls and light rain which created stunning rainbows. I'm glad we did it and she got to experience it. It is a must, at least once if you get the chance!! Love it 😍😊
Libby Barber — Google review
We visited this place after hearing much about it from our friends and the internet. And it didn’t fail us in anyway. The trail is marked very well and the falls were nothing short of magical.
The trek could last between three to four hours (which includes the stops you make enroute for photos or eating snacks). The pathway also has trivia facts placed along the way, which makes it even more engaging. Nonetheless, provided there is little to no signal, it’s best to carry some cash to buy the snacks/ice cream that is sold at two checkpoints.
Dakshin M Kumudhini — Google review
Quite the unexpected adventure.
4.5 miles of walking with 6 waterfalls.
Starting at the car park with wide load bays, electric charge points available (open till dusk) and hundreds of normal parking spots.
£10 entery to start and a free map (no cash payments)
Toilets at the start and half way.
I went off-season so carpark cafe was closed but the half way one was open.
See photos for waterfalls, go and enjoy.
Karl Tighe — Google review
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Broadwood Entrance, Ingleton, Carnforth LA6 3ET, United Kingdom
Medieval hilltop remains of a baronial castle, with ruined towers, vaults & countryside views.
As our son is a castle nut, we had to stop in on our way through Kendal. Nice steep walk to the top but you can see for miles in all directions. Lots of information sign boards and also lots of local dog walkers and pepper with kids, was pretty busy on the Sunday afternoon we visited. Worth a look
Jarrod Hunt — Google review
I'm always fascinated by the remnants of the past - particularly British, so it was a delight to find the ruins of what once was a magnificent castle that afforded (and still does) stunning landscape views of Kendal. It's a great place to come to walk the dog, a picnic or to generally just potter about and take in the history of the castle and the town in general.
Sadek Miah — Google review
An excellent place to pop and visit if you have a spare hour and nearby
Parking available from some of the side streets that back onto the castle or walk in from the centre of Kendal
Short steep walk up to the castle
No amenities at the castle but entrance is free and great for families
Plenty of remnants remain and a few notice boards give you an idea of what it looked like
For a small hill it has excellent views of the surrounding areas
Mathew Bourne — Google review
Nice little find in Kendal, about 10 minutes walk from Kendal town centre. It is up quite a steep hill but once there the views are amazing. Nice area for a picnic too.
Susan Sharrock — Google review
Interesting castle ruins with loads of space around. Ideal for a picnic and perfect for a walk with the dog.
Jeff Bulled — Google review
You can come at Kendall castle from multiple sides. There is a pay and display car park on the Kendall town side close to the recycling centre or free car parks on the Kendall football ground side. It’s a quick walk to the castle which is pleasant enough. There are a couple of information boards explaining the castles history. It’s free to walk round. Safe steps to walk up the turrets. Sadly it’s not very well looked after and feels very uncared for, worth a visit if not for the magnificent views.
Joanne Higham — Google review
Have been to Kendal loads of times but never tha Castle why? It's not really advertised and very difficult to find. I had a map of Kendal so knew whereabouts it was but getting there and accessing it was very difficult. There were no tourist signs or any road signs.we could see it but didn't know where to park. We found a path at the bottom through a housing estate after parking in a cricket club but the was no path to the top so a scramble up the hill was needed. There were various information plaques and steps to view points. A good view all round but more ruin than castle.
Heather Beck — Google review
This castle is free entry at any time. It’s right on top a hill so it’s a good walk up the steep path to the castle we went on a wet rainy day wasn’t the best day for it. Due to all the muddy paths and slippery steep stone path. Anyway worth a visit
Anthony Murray — Google review
A light walk up a small hill and you are the castle ruins. Excellent views over Kendal and the surrounding hills. Only a short visit needed to see it all, well worth it if you are in Kendal.
Lee Price — Google review
Not a lot of the castle remaining, but there's good views of the town. No admission charge. There are a few information boards to give you an insight into the history of the castle.
MARK FRITH — Google review
Nice walk from Kendel Town centre, if you interested in history it's worth a visit and it's free. Bit of a steep walk though.
Mark Harvey — Google review
Historically great, a fabulous ruin which still retains the stateliness it once held. On a steep ish hill so you need to be fairly good at negotiating and walking but worth the climb. Great views of Kendal. There is a loop walk which takes you from Kendal town and back via the castle ruins. A nice green space but be careful if it has rained of late, the paths can get very muddy and are quite slippery! Good walking shoes essential in rainy weather. Quite atmospheric when it gets near dusk. Free to see and definitely worth the climb.
Diane Onslow — Google review
Whilst not much remains of this once impressive castle it still has a dominant presence sitting atop the hill overlooking the town.
The short but steep walk directly to the castle might be challenging for some but there's also a gentler path that winds its way around the hill.
The views across the valley are beautiful and it's worth the effort of the climb.
Michael Lees — Google review
A great little spot for a walk round. Not much to do here other than walk round and look at the view and the castle ruins but well worth it and it's free.
Richard Coleman — Google review
Great little walk up through the town and towards the castle grounds, easily accessible. Lots of interesting information to read if that's the kind of thing you're into; at the end of the day it's just some old castle ruins but it is what you make it! Definitely recommend if you're looking for a short walk and want to learn more about the castles history.
Tom Arthur — Google review
Just an amazing view and a fun trip to the castle. Kids will enjoy finding out about the castle rooms and hidden staircase. Bit on the ruins but it is really enjoyable if you go for exploring.
Towneley Hall is a beautiful stately home museum with a rich history. It is steeped in Victorian and pre-Raphaelite art, local history, furniture and pottery. The grounds are beautiful with a great fountain and lovely trees. There are also ghost haunts on some months of the year.
Interesting and attractive historic house. Staff were informative and helpful. The surrounding park is obviously a wonderful resource for the local community. Parking was very reasonable at 80p
Joseph Figueira — Google review
I always enjoy Townley, today was a walk through the woods with the dogs. And it wasn't too busy. May day celebrations kept people at the other side of the park. Beautiful day.
Robert Smith — Google review
Beautiful 600 years old hall surrounded by big park and gardens. Only half of the hall available for visit due to restoration works going on which are expected to be over in 2025. Museums offers half price entry at the moment with ticket that last 12 months.
Przemyslaw Kowalski — Google review
This place is very interesting steeped in history a fantastic place the grounds are beautiful with a great fountain pound, in the home can be a bit Erie they do ghost haunts on some months of the year
Andy Hamer — Google review
Great Gardens to have a look around, will be amazing in a few more weeks when everything starts to bloom.
House still has a lot to see and for the entry price it is very reasonable. They are completing renovations, but was amazed at how much was left to see around.
Will go back again before I leave back home to Australia.
Matthew Fairley — Google review
A lovely piece of English history. Looks grand and is splendid shape. Under some renovation atm to maintain this price of history for generations to come. The grounds are well managed and extensive and free to walk about. There are public toilets that are free on the grounds.
Max Hammet-Millay — Google review
Lovely old Hall and grounds...Great woodland walks with loads of wildlife...A few nice cafe's dotted around and a smashing Garden centre with A play park for the kids....1st class
Peter Ditch — Google review
This place was incredibly beautiful!! It was windy and I felt a bit cold but even with that I enjoyed that place ! There are many beautiful trees and green areas where to sit and enjoy the sun.
If you get hungry there is “place” where you can buy delicious pizzas ( I tried the one with pepperoni , the guy cooks it straight away ) the taste is amazing and also there is a coffee shop with some nice desserts like cakes and muffins.
Really recommend you to go there!
John F — Google review
Enjoyable walk with the dogs around the grounds. The onside cafe is dog friendly so we stopped off for a cuppa. Didn't visit the hall as been before.
Michele Gallagher — Google review
This is a lovely country estate of sorts which is open to the public... it has sprawling gardens with views from the benches looking over a fountain with pond... long shaded walks amidst tall trees... paths to stroll through wild meadow gardens... and in the grounds is a lovely coffee shop/restaurant/ice cream place where all the locals get some treats for kids and grown up alike... thoughtful recommended for to get some fresh air and stretch those legs:)
B Roy Chaudhary — Google review
It was a gorgeous day, we had lots of fun walking around the forest.
Jonathan “VfxJonny” Webster — Google review
Great place to visit. Very friendly staff. Parking is 80p per hour and £5 to get in the house but that allows you entrance for a year. Unfortunately, I couldn't explore the grounds because it was raining.
Phiona Richards — Google review
Beautyful Historical Place.amazing construction. Great place for a walk with children or pets. Beautyful garden and forest. There is a little lake and you can find ducks eager to eat bread my children love to give them bread to eat. Great place for bring you children ideal place for children to learning to ride a bike or skateboard.
Pety & Rebecca — Google review
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Towneley Holmes, Burnley, BB11 3RQ, United Kingdom
The Smithills Open Farm is a beautiful dairy farm with many activities for visitors to enjoy. The animals are well taken care of and there is plenty of space for people to walk around. There is also a tractor ride up to the top field which is great fun. The Dairy shop on site sells dairy products made on the farm which was new to me. I highly recommend a visit to the Smithills Open Farm!
The customer care here is amazing. All the staff we met were happy to help. Thie farm visit is perfect for kids day out. You can but a bag of animal feed to feed some of the animals for 50p a bag. There is petting time a few times. The place has wide gravelled paths to walk around. There is free parking.
Ellie W — Google review
Both my sons (8 & 15) and I absolutely love this place. The staff are lovely, friendly and very helpful if you need them for anything.
There are so many activities for the whole family to do and such a fun day out.
The animals are all so amazing, friendly and well looked after.
No matter how often we go, it’s like the first time all over again.
The staff deserve recognition and praise for all they do and their dedication in making this farm, the wonderful place it is.
Thank you for giving us lots of smiles and aww moments ☺️
Vicki S — Google review
Absolutely loved our visit today at Smithalls Open Farm. Lots of lovely animals. Which we got to feed for £1 which I think is more than reasonable. Accessible toilets. The farm itself was in my opinion mostly accessible. Minor improvements need to be made to some of the paths.
Henry Hunter — Google review
Loved it! Best farm I've been to. We had a nursery group and were looked after by Lauren. She stayed with us all day, making sure we attended all the events and saw all the animals. She was really knowledgeable and had all the time in the world for the group. The children loved everything about the farm and were really engaged. So reasonably priced too! And the ice cream is delicious 😋 can't recommend enough.
Cheryl Marsh — Google review
Love it here, so much to do and see. The animals are all well cared for, the play areas are great, outside space is lovely for a walk around. There's a tractor ride up to the top field for £1.50 each and you get to feed the horses and donkeys which is lovely. Loved feeding the animals, especially the baby animals in spring and there are loads of well stocked hand washing stations around. Really enjoyed watching the cows being milked and then buying an ice cream later on. There's a little shop which I'd not seen before selling dairy from the farm, saw the ladies making the butter today so bought one to try. Pony riding and the little reptile house are great too.
Nina Vearnals — Google review
Absolutely love this place. We brought our friend visiting from Germany. She Absolutely loved it as did us and our toddler. Bottle fed lambs, held chick's and guinea pigs. Met lots of amazing animals.
Highly recommend the tractor ride and the ice cream! And the new kids play area is fantastic!
Ashleigh Wilson — Google review
Very good! Not been since I was 5. Lots have changed. You can feed many animals and the staff are very helpful and knowledgeable. The petting zoo is my favourite; you get too meet many animals and at the end you can pet animals such as Guinea pigs rabbits and chicks. It’s great. I’d recommend you not to come on a rainy day though it was blistering cold. Still enjoyable; will be returning! 🤩🤩🤩🤩
Jai Lee — Google review
LOVE Smithills Farm!
I think this is the 3rd time my family and I have visited. Every time, the whole family has so much fun.
When booking (online), I recommend buying your animal feed and tractor ride as the feed is vital for the experience.
They have many animals you can feed from Alpacas to baby lambs 🥲 the animals are extremely friendly and we’ve never had a problem with them taking food out of your hand very gently. Even toddlers can feed them.
The tractor ride is definitively fun for the little ones, and even the adults.
Highly recommend the “meet the baby animals” sessions. The staff come round with all the newborn animals and give you chance to hold them, while also teaching some fun facts!
Cafe has nice staff and a good selection of food and drinks.
Highly recommend as a day out for adults who love animals, or a family day out.
GL W — Google review
Our kids absolutely love coming here. We went pumpkin picking and then went all around the farm. The ice cream here is fantastic!
Really educational for the kids and adults alike.
the-sarge84 Carter — Google review
Awesome place to visit at any age. The animals all look well looked after. There is a short informational talk they do where you can hold one of the younger animals, which is a nice experience to add to your visit.
The meerkat talk hasn't been on every time I've been, but hopefully I catch it next time.
I went during Halloween, and the pumpkin fields were a great addition to the farm.
Also, get the Icecream from the farm store at the end its amazing.
I would recommend it for a date or for families looking to go somewhere engaging.
Tony — Google review
Really good farm, plenty to see and do from donkey rides, to a tractor ride out to feed horses and donkeys. Pets Corner is brilliant too. Can even watch the cows be milked. Has a big play area inside the ground which is fab. Plenty of toilets.
Kate may Bates — Google review
Me and my boy had a wonderful time today! Fed the cows, got licked by the cows! Had a tractor ride. Special donkey bread given to feed the donkeys on the tractor ride which I thought was a lovely touch. The staff are all smiles and hellos. Large slides and play area for kids! Donkey rides and you can watch the cows getting milked! Some stuff like the pets corner we didn't do as my son is too young but I will definitely go back for more. I think I enjoyed it more than he did!
Janine Hussey — Google review
Brilliant day out for the family. Plenty for kids to see and do. Reasonably priced. Great little tractor ride. Fantastic ice cream. Kids loved the learning area especially when they got to hold all the little babies.
Nicola Palin — Google review
I take the kids quite often to Smithills. It’s a great day out for a few hours. They get to hold baby animals in pets corner which they love. Mine love feeding the goats for some reason. Food there is good. Plenty of space to eat. They love the Donkey rides too. They are constantly adding to the place so there will be new animals coming too.
Kirsty Herricks — Google review
Great day out for Easter and the kids loved it, so many happy animals to look at, great demo of milking the cows which was interesting.
Only gripe was you need more staff, this could pay for itself as when we went on the tractor ride only half the people getting on put tickets in the box, whilst I was in the shop getting the tickets the family in front let their child help themselves to snacks and a drink then walk out for them to only pay for their hot drinks! Toilets want cleaning/checking more often but I’m guessing Easter weekend is just abit more busy than usual!
We will be back as it was great fun for all of us.
Chris Riley — Google review
Writing a review for Smithills Open Farm is challenging because while most of the day was enjoyable, the experience was marred by a few staff members and strict dining rules. Despite the fantastic interaction at the petting corner and a delightful tractor ride, the limited indoor seating options, coupled with strict regulations on outside food, proved frustrating. Despite spending money at the cafe, being unable to eat our own food in the sheltered area was disappointing. A staff member's rude intervention and the unpleasant demeanor of some cafe staff members further detracted from what could have been an otherwise wonderful day. I really hope Smithills Open Farm see this review as some staff need training on basic manners, particularly the elderly women in the cafe area that made us feel so uncomfortable it ruined our whole experience and dissuades us from going again.
alex bailey — Google review
This is a fantastic and truly amazing experience for everyone. My kids love it as much as I do!
This farm is truly one of the best days out you can give a child in the North West.
Visit this place. It's great value for the experience you gain.
You can wander around, feed animals, learn about dairy farming with a milking demonstration.
They have live demos all over the place.
They show you how milk is produced. They make their own milkshakes, butter and ice cream which you can sample on site.
You can buy not only gifts such as teddies and toys in the gift shop, but fresh eggs from ducks, pheasant and chickens amongst other produce.
Visit the café for lunch.
Take a tractor ride, feed the donkeys.
Sit in the pet corner and handle the rabbits, hamsters, chick's, lambs, goats, owls...even snakes!
Have a donkey ride!
You can spend the entire day here. My kids love this and they will remember it for years to come.
I believe this farm is as close to the most perfect day you can spend as a family. Make some memories. Visit it....It's fantastic.
Andrew Haslam — Google review
Visiting Smithills Farm proved to be a delightful experience, enhanced further by the wonderful weather we had on the day. Spanning just over three hours, our adventure through the farm allowed us to explore a rich variety of activities and sights.
The farm presents an impressive array of animals, a feature that stands out prominently. From domestic to more exotic species like llamas and alpacas, the animal variety kept us engaged throughout our visit. The donkey rides were a standout, offering both fun and great photo opportunities. While the tractor ride was relatively brief and focused mainly on the donkey area, it added a rustic touch to our visit.
Children and adults alike will find the play areas wonderful. They are well-maintained and offer a great space for kids to enjoy themselves, providing a balanced visit with both learning and play involved.
A highlight of our visit was the interactive sessions that allowed us to get hands-on experience with some of the smaller animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and chicks. The engagement with the animals was both educational and fun, offering a chance to learn while getting up close and personal with the farm’s smaller inhabitants.
What added a cherry on top of our delightful visit was the opportunity to interact with the farm’s star attractions, the goats, llamas, and alpacas. These sessions not only brought joy but were a great learning experience, especially for younger visitors, offering them a chance to understand and appreciate the animals better.
In conclusion, our visit to Smithills Farm was a harmonious blend of education and entertainment. The beautiful weather, coupled with the vibrant atmosphere of the farm, made our day both joyful and memorable. Whether it’s the great play areas or the opportunity to interact closely with a wide variety of animals, Smithills Farm offers something for everyone and stands as a great outing destination for families.
James Roberts — Google review
Excellent experience. Lots of signs telling you what you can and cannot do. Lots of animals even in winter. Staff always around to answer questions. Buggy friendly. Wheelchair friendly. Decent sized car park. Food on-site.
Jamie Evawin — Google review
Absolutely fantastic place to visit! I would suggest going for the whole day! My Godson and friends had an amazing day. During the week it was nice a quiet too so we could explore more freely. Pets corner was a fantastic experience, particularly enjoyed feeding the lambs and holding the chicks. There are two great little parks and would be a good venue for a kids party too! Will definitely be coming back! Great place for school trips too, the staff look.after you really well.
Emily Hemsley — Google review
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Smithills Dean Rd, Bolton, BL1 7NS, United Kingdom
Brockholes is a nature reserve in Lancashire that is home to rare bird species, as well as the floating visitor village. It is a great place for family outings, with plenty of beautiful walks to explore.
Wonderful nature reserve with different walks. It has features like carved statues to spot, ponds, a little lake that the big cafe rests over. There's bird spotting areas & they have courses for children & adults working in nature being creative.
A well run visitor centre with plenty of parking & a playground for kids. It's a great place for the family. Dog walking isn't allowed on the reserve though as the environment is delicate with birds & wildlife & closely governed.
Michaela Kerfoot — Google review
Absolutely love it here. Beautiful scenery and fantastic wildlife. They have a range of activities throughout the year for the kids which are either free or cost little. In the summer you can certainly make the day of it, great park for young and older kids especially. £5 parking all day, considering looking into monthly/quarterly cost for the car park so we can go more. Went today for the kids orienteering and the ladies there were absolutely fantastic, great service.
Amez — Google review
Very pretty wetland and nature reserve, so much to see and do. Visitors centre with plenty of interesting information and games and puzzles for children. Suitable walks for all mobilities all very well maintained (at the time of our visit). Large cafe with an extensive menu. Little shops (which were unfortunately closed at the time of our visit)
Cath Fielding — Google review
A very nice place to visit, the wildlife appeared to be taking a day off though, having said that at my age my walking range is a bit limited so will revisit. The catering is rudimentary in its offerings considering the modern kitchen and equipment available to staff.
Parking there was plenty room, one option £5 for all day but money goes to funding the reserve.
Lee Wardle — Google review
Excellent place for an easy walk round the bird reserve. Plenty of hides to see the wildlife.
Nice centre for snacks/drinks.
Just a pity about the constant done of traffic from the M6.
David Williams — Google review
Lovely place to walk round and see wild life but the cafe is poor. No individual tables to sit at only long ones, coffee and tea have to be made yourself from machine, soggy chips being kept warm rather than freshly made. Should be better for the price. They need to check out Martin Meres cafe that is excellent.
Nigel Taylor — Google review
Great nature reserve. We visited on a Sunday morning. It's £5 to park in the carpark with automatic number plate detection when you enter. Plenty of space in the carparks.
The UK's first floating visitor centre was great to visit. The woman in the visitor centre was really friendly and we picked up a map of the area. We got a drink and cookies in the cafe which were a tad on the pricy side. There's also toilets there too.
We walked over five miles round the different trails. We saw squirrels, a heron, various birds, hares, longhorn cattle and deer. There was also a stone circle, bird hides and many sculptures dotted about the lakes.
Would recommend a visit. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Donna W — Google review
Plenty of different walks round with maps to follow. A pleasant walk along the river Ribble is a must do. There is also a woodland walk to view many different birds and animals. Large cafe and visitors centre. Just £5 car park charge. Well worth a visit.
Michael Boyes — Google review
Great place for a lovely walk/picnic and some fresh air. Free to enter just pay for carpark but that's reasonable considering the upkeep costs per day! Great playarea for the kids. Toilets on site. Food area and gift shop. Nice and clean. Plenty to see on the different trails. Kids enjoyed den building in the woods.
Darien Vernon — Google review
A stunning location. We went for the Santa event and it did not disappoint, my daughter found it magical. Parking is easy to access, there is a large outdoor play area enroute to parking that is easy to walk to. Even spotted deer is the tree line. Would definitely visit again. No dogs allowed on floating visitor centre area though. Loved it.
Rachel Lawson — Google review
Beautiful nature reserve, only wish we would have had more time to spend here. We would definitely have done the egg hunt. Lots of beautiful walks for all of the family.
Sewgemsews — Google review
My first visit and my family enjoyed very well. Went on a weekday with a nice weather not very busy, will surely go back. You have to pay £5 day ticket for parking cheaper when you buy an annual pass.
Large Play area with activities for all ages, nice environment for family picnics
Khadija Ibrahim — Google review
Beautiful setting, car park is £5 but worth it for what's here. Great staff and prices are reasonable. Only thing that let it down was dog walkers in a place meant to be dog free. We brought our son with ASD as a safe space for him to feel free to run around but hampered by idiots who think more of their dogs than others or what the place is for. Would be good to see staff patrolling for issues such as this but aside from that a great time, fun explores and very relaxing.
Brendan Greaves — Google review
Beautiful place, great parking which you do have to pay for. Lovely walks and play areas for kids of all ages. No dogs allowed, unfortunately, but that's so there's no interference with the wildlife. Would recommend for a nice relaxing walk with family
Martyn Frost — Google review
Lovely place for a walk, wheelchair friendly, and child friendly. Nice cafe with seating and toilets. There's a decent kids play area on the other side of the car park.
Louis Sherwood — Google review
My first visit to this excellent nature reserve next to the M6 motorway. My sister who has been before guided us for a 3.6 miles walk around the reserve with coffees half way round.
Paths were very muddy today but the weather was fine. It was very interesting watching the sand martins using the purpose built nest site.
Howard Marsh — Google review
A great nature reserve close to the M6 motorway with a floating visitor centre including a cafe, there is also a small play area for children and it has the Guild Wheel Cycle Route pass through the reserve as well as running alongside the River Ribble.
There is a fee of £5 for the car park which covers for a full days visit, and the proceeds are put back into the site, you can also purchase a 3, 6 or 12 month car park pass to make it cheaper if you want to visit more often.
A good selection of birds, ducks, squirrels and even deer roam around the site. The paths are good for those with walking difficulties, prams and wheelchairs too, although it was a tad wet and muddy when we visited but there has been quite a good amount of rain recently and the site is on a natural flood plain.
Trebor 1456 — Google review
Reclaimed land from an older quarry. The 'floating' village is striking, although quite how it floats is a mystery as it rests on concrete. The location and view though is spectacular. The cafe could be better, which is why I haven't given 5 stars.
Richard Lyons — Google review
Coming back when weather better. Was lovely restaurant feels like you are gloating and plenty of routes. Majority are wheelchair friendly. Can't wait to go back
John Dearden — Google review
Great place for school trip. Made us feel welcomed and kept kids engaged. Mercedes was fantastic.
Dawn Hughes — Google review
Brilliant place to go walking and nature/bird spotting. (Several hides dotted around) paths are good and accessible, visitor centre is lovely too.
Claire Green — Google review
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Preston New Rd, Samlesbury, Preston PR5 0AG, United Kingdom
The Owl & Bird of Prey Sanctuary is a protected avian center that provides flying demonstrations and treasure hunts for children. Located at Turbary Woods Sanctuary, it can be accessed through the Garden Centre in Whitestake, Preston. The sanctuary is managed by a group of volunteers and features six-wheeled bugs that kids can ride around an obstacle course. Visitors can also enjoy the cheap drinks and snacks at the little cafe.
The kids loved the little 6 wheeler bugs! They got a couple of mins talk about how to use them and a good 20 minutes round the track. There were obstacles, water and a tunnel and they absolutely loved it. Decent at a tenner each too.
There was a little cafe with cheap drinks and snacks (tea was £1.25 and chocolate bars were 65p). It wasn't expensive at all. Didn't visit the owl sanctuary this time.
John Worrall-McBride — Google review
Really cool experience definitely worth it, seeing the beautiful owls and birds was just amazing. The bird show was really interesting, great info, being up close to these beautiful owls and birds was great.
My kids loved it, and the fairy door hunt and animal picture hunt around the facility was fun.
Really nice staff who adore these owls and birds was lovely too see.
Jemma Potter ORourke — Google review
What a fantastic place. Staff very knowledgeable and friendly. We attended the bird display, got hold over 5; birds. It was quiet when we were there.
If your expecting Chester zoo , it's not what it is, is a informative and relaxed place, off the beaten track.
Paul Downing (Gnomelander) — Google review
Went to the Owl & Bird of Prey Sanctuary With my partner today and it was absolutely Amazing first of when we arrived their was this lovely person who greeted us and was very helpful with our questions and told us all the information we needed to know after that we went around to look at the Owl’s & Bird’s and they were beautiful we then sat down to have lunch and after that went to the Bird Air Show which started at 12:30 it was amazing the way they told us everything about the birds and how to hold them was spot on and it was very good both me and my partner enjoyed seeing Magic,Wally and Sammy afterwards me and my partner had gone back to look around for the last time before we went and my partner need to find something and the lovely person who we saw at the start had heard us asking were Wally’s Sign was she then helped us and showed us and told us more facts about wally this person was amazing and very nice would come back here again :)
James Preston-Gore — Google review
Brilliant place to introduce kids to the kings of the sky. The staff is friendly and very interactive. At some point, you feel sorry for the birds being in the cage, but as the staff explained later, their chances of survival are better this way. If the weather permits, the birds put up a show. The kids loved finding the doors of hidden fairy houses, it was very engaging experience overall.
Abhishek Mathai — Google review
This is a lovely place to visit if you have even a passing interest in owls or birds of prey. It has a slightly run down feel to it but don't let that put you off. This is a volunteer led site that relies entirely on the money it can generate. The bird flying which takes place once a day (at 12:30 currently) is the real jewel in the crown of this place. The two presenters were extremely knowledgeable and nearly everyone in the audience who wanted to was able to interact with the birds.
Lawrence McG. — Google review
The sanctuary is an amazing day out. Brilliant way to get closer to our wildlife led by knowledgeable, fun volunteers who clearly know their stuff. All money goes back into funding their work. Highly recommended for a visit!
Debs R — Google review
Lovely relaxing afternoon, the birds are amazing, and there is interesting information about every bird as you walk around. The flight show was great. The staff are amazing, very knowledgeable, and ensure the visitors get involved, allowing people to hold the Owls. There is a gift shop on site, it is a cheap and cheerful experience. I will definitely be going again 😁
Michelle Holmes — Google review
You can see the LOVE the volunteers put into the Sanctuary. Beautiful birds, lovely hidden gem in a little forest area, the bird display was phenomenal. You know it's good value for money when you feel almost guilty that it only cost £30 for a family of 4 with everything we saw and experienced. Well done volunteers your Sanctuary is fantastic :)
Stephanie Sanderson — Google review
What a fabulous place. The birds are awesome. They are in a natural setting and the staff are so proactive within the sanctuary. I will be back to support the sanctuary and to see these beauties again. The place its self had seated areas and is so tranquil ❤ just listening to the birds.
Sandy Jane Sims — Google review
Beautiful birds! And even more amazing staff. My partner and I visited the owl and birds of prey sanctuary yesterday (19th March). The birds were gorgeous and so fascinating. It was amazing to see the bonds they have with their owners.
Thankfully they had the all clear for bird flu as they did a little flying show for us! I would definitely recommend!!
Kiara Clair — Google review
We have had such an amazing day out watching the show today, we were lucky with the weather, so stayed pretty much from the start till the end of the display. The birds were just magnificent and the trainers are all incredibly knowledgeable and clearly dedicated to their birds. The audience was mixed, full of very young kids, teenagers anf adults of all ages and the trainers ensured that everyone who wanted got to hold a bird (or 2 or 3!!).
The place would benefit from donations to update the cages, but if you're going to just see the show, you should not be disappointed.
The place also offers a picnic area and a children's playground area where you can relax before/after the show in the fresh air.
Y. K. — Google review
Definitely recommend if you would like to try something new or find something to do on a spontaneous day out, especially on a budget! The highlight was the talk at 12.30 as everyone in the audience had the ability to hold the owls with flying demonstrations. The staff were lovely too... keep up the hard work.
Cali Brown — Google review
Super place run by friendly volunteers to home rescued birds. About 70 different types. Birds look in great condition. Good information boards and excellent flying show where you get to interact with the birds which are well mannered and safe. Very much recommended to see these amazing birds close-up. Reasonable price entry fee which goes direct to upkeep of birds.
Lorraine Kane — Google review
Great little place ran by very passionate people. The flying display is the highlight with each party getting there own glove and having the birds flown to them, magnificent experience. Good varied collection of owls and birds of prey in the sanctuary. Access to the sanctuary is around the back of a garden centre via a unpaved track just follow the owl signs!
Rhys Ellis — Google review
Great afternoon for me and my two girls.
£20 is all it cost us! We all enjoyed it 🦉
There’s a little play area and fairy houses for the kids, plus my eldest enjoyed doing the scavenger hunt.
It’s run by volunteers, who are really friendly and are a credit to the place.
Would highly recommend 🦅
Matthew Boddy — Google review
I didn't expect this place to be particularly popular and I was a bit surprised how many people were eager to see the owl show. the show takes place at 12.30 pm (weather permitting) and lasts about 1 hour. volunteers have a lot of knowledge and are able to convey everything in an interesting and funny way. my son was a little disappointed that some guests had the opportunity to hold the birds much more than he did, but in the end he too waited for his turn. The birds are great, although the conditions in which they live are a bit unpleasant. getting to the parking lot may raise doubts that we are going to the right place;) overall, I recommend it and I hope that the money obtained from ticket sales goes to improving the living conditions of these birds. adult £10f, child £5
lasica696 — Google review
Fantastic place with a close up flight display at 12.30pm. The staff were friendly and super informative. The birds were beautiful. £10 per adult and £5 per child. We paid on the door and they take cash or card. Enclosures were in a lovely woodland next to a fishing lake. There was a small play area and picnic tables. Parking easy and toilets at the entrance. My son loved holding several owls during the flight display. Suitable for all ages. We had a great afternoon.
Nora Lora — Google review
Had a fantastic day out at the sanctuary at the weekend. We were greeted by a few of the helpful and friendly volunteers as we paid for entrance (£10 is an absolute bargain and the money goes towards taking care of the birds). Time flew by as we spent an hour and a half looking at the birds. There were so many different birds to see and each one was magnificent. The bird flying show lasted about 2 hours and everyone had a brilliant time. 6 different owls came out one by one and everyone had several opportunities to let the birds land on your arm as the volunteers taught us plenty about the owls lifestyle and personalities. It's the perfect day out for people of all ages!
Peter Riley — Google review
What an amazing place to visit! My daughter absolutely loves birds, so it was a must visit for us. She absolutely loved it! There are lots of different stunning owls and birds of prey, you can tell are very well cared for by the volunteers. The bird show at 12.30 (dependant on weather) is the star of the show, what a brilliant opportunity to hold some of the owls and learn all about them. She got to hold all 5 birds and has never been happier. On entry they we're given clipboards with a scavenger hunt for fairy houses and animals, once completed it they got a lolly. There are lots of picnic tables to eat at, take a picnic theres no cafe. There are toilets situated just outside the main gate and free parking. All interactions with the volunteers were positive, they are genuinely lovely people who clearly love what they do. Although its an hours drive from Manchester i have no doubt we will be back multiple times, i highly recommend you visit!
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Chain House Ln, La, Preston PR4 4LB, United Kingdom
Blackpool Zoo, a 32-acre woodland zoo located near the M55, is home to a variety of wild and exotic animals. With over 1000 creatures residing in a scenic park adorned with mature trees, lakes, and spacious lawns, the zoo offers a unique experience for visitors. From orangutans and gorillas to elephants and big cats, there is an abundance of fascinating wildlife to observe.
Lovely zoo! Loads of animals and the elephant enclosure was great. Plenty for the kids to see and do. All enclosures are large for the animals and they have loads of room to roam around. Nice and clean with friendly staff. Also great that they have Starbucks and Subway inside to get food and drinks. Will definitely be visiting again in the future!
Lauren Davies — Google review
Not quite Chester Zoo level but we went to Blackpool Zoo and had a great time. The zoo is home to animals from all over the world, with their enclosures being spacious and well-maintained. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and they're always happy to answer any questions you have.
Overall, I had a great time at Blackpool Zoo. It's a great place to visit for a family day out or just if you like animals. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun, educational, and affordable day out.
Northern Wanderers — Google review
First ever visit whilst on holiday with my wife and two children. The zoo is really nice. Lots of beautiful animals and really good viewing areas. The dinosaur sarafi is a really nice touch, both my children absolutely loved this area. The zoo is very clean with nice friendly staff, I do have to mention how nice a young girl member of staff was who was operating the jungle bouncy castle ( I didn't get her name, but she had pink hair) she was very good with the kids and talking to the adults waiting and went to the aid of a child who was crying which was nice to see as she didn't hesitate to do so. Lots of food facilities across the park. Definitely worth a visit. Many thanks for the memories.
Ashley Willis — Google review
Hands down the best zoo we've ever been to! The Big Cat Habitat was my favourite, as unlike other zoos, they had plastic viewing windows where you could see them closely and it allowed for some amazing photo opportunities. Hands down the best experience, my husband said I did not stop smiling all the way around. I think the photos say it all themselves!
Danielle Brant — Google review
Great day out with my friends, lovely atmosphere and amazing animals. The park is stunning to look around and they have plenty of animals on display.
Cheap tickets too especially for the time we spent in the place.
Food in the cafe was expensive but worth the price as it was delicious.
Lewis Mark Taylor — Google review
We had an excellent day out with our 4 year old granddaughter. Not to big a site, she was able to walk round everywhere with no moans!
The animals are great. Well looked after with plenty of keepers around to ask questions.
We really enjoyed the sealion show.
Plenty of places for a picnic. Take your sandwiches for a great experience, but beware the seagulls, lol!
Charlie Neve — Google review
I have visited this zoo once with my family. It’s a decent zoo with ample amount of animals. What makes the Zoo stand out is the Dinosaur walk. If you or your kids like dinosaurs, you will definitely like it. Compared to it’s closest counterpart like Chester zoo, it’s nothing close in terms of varieties of wildlife they have. However it’s still a fun place for a family day out.
Daddy?s Nom — Google review
It's a really good zoo! This place actually has a lot more there than you think, we loved the elephants and monkeys. The zoo isn't massive so it's easy to get around, but my kids did mention they felt like the enclosure was small for some animals. We would absolutely go again.
Kristy ?Captain? R — Google review
We had the best day ever. We arrived about 12 and had no issues with parking. We went all around the park and brought a packed lunch with us. We managed to eat whilst watching monkeys play, which was lovely. The bird house was easily our favourite. All of the birds instantly took a shine to everybody wandering around. We paid a small fee to feed them, and they took a shine to my glasses. There are lots of vending machines around and a lovely park for the kids to play. Only small gripe was the train not being available, which happens a lot since this is the 4th visit, and it always seems to be closed. All in all, a wonderful day out for the family. Highly recommended.
Joseph Miles — Google review
I drove across the country to Blackpool zoo with an autistic girl on a day trip.
I will be totally honest. I do not agree with animals in captivity, but as part of my job I had no choice.
There is a big car park (£3) within easy walking distance of the main building. Prices on admission are quite fair and it was brilliant that they offer carers free admission with ID. Massive brownie point right there.
The zoo as well spread out, and I got a plan of the zoo and a list of shows happening throughout the day.
Sadly, it was wet and rainy day in the park which meant a lot of the animals were understandably taking cover and could not be seen.
They were a couple of guys discussing the animals on a microphone, telling us about the animals daily activities and how the zoo provide enrichment in their lives. However, as the guy talked about the lions I did think they looked rather sad in the enclosure, just lying about without enough room to really run at any speed.
A lot of the monkeys, especially the orangutans were lying at the bottom of their habitat bored out of their skulls and I found that quite stressful. In my opinion, animals that normally have a jungle to swing through, shouldn’t be in enclosures. But that’s just my opinion.
They seemed to be well looked after though a few of the enclosures were more prison like!
Plenty of toilets in the park and a few places to eat and drink too.
As expected, the gift shop was very expensive and I did not like the hard sell from the guys at the green screen Photo Booth.
Overall if you enjoy zoos and animals living in captivity and not in a natural environment, you will probably enjoy this day out.
Finding Balance — Google review
One of the best zoos we've been to with children. A very well laid out zoo with various animals. We totally loved the conservation area where we walked through a huge bird cage which was very unique and lovely trees and foliage. Creating an absolute serene feeling. All the animals looked well and the zoo keepers are working hard to keep them in shape.
The whole zoo areas where the animal habitations were, had been tailor made and looked so close to the real deal was well achieved by the people who developed them.
They also had the children play areas where you could take a break etc.
A nice farm play area too and peacocks, peahens strolling around the zoo was another grand experience for the kids.
One let down were the speakers during the live shows as they were too loud and crackling and fuzzy. Didn't help our child with autism.
There are also a large number of seagulls present so don't take any breaded sandwiches with you otherwise they'll be at you like vultures!
All in all a great time and we shall return for another visit.
Allah willing.
MZ K — Google review
Blackpool Zoo has it all. From their fantastic selection of lively and friendly monkeys to their fantastic barn, birds that land on your head to be fed, brilliant sea lion exhibitions and way much more. It’s a massive park full of things to see round every corner. The only issues is some of their more larger enclosures are lacking animals and lively activities, plus, they should reintroduce their train line a lot more often. Other than that, great park and great staff!
Will Renshaw — Google review
Brilliant. Animals are so well cared for and the enclosures are immaculate. Great for adults, kids or families. Highly recommended and entry prices are great value for money. Lots of places for picnics if you're on a budget..
Neil Briggs-Evison — Google review
A great day out.
Only criticism is that the food portions in the restaurant are too small, therefore not value for money for the price.
We purchased food prior, so we got a small discount. However, it does need improvement.
Overall, it was a wonderful family day out and worth the visit.
Joy Sitti — Google review
Well what a amazing zoo to visit, lots of animals to see. The zoo staff are extremely friendly and helpful. As well as the grounds are well looked after and are clean. Restaurants are well stocked and fairly priced. Plenty of picnic areas if you wish to bring you own food. But beware of the seagulls. Threw out the zoo it came across to me as wheelchair friendly as well as pram friendly. Plenty of toilets around that are cleaned to a high standard. I would highly recommended a day out at blackpool zoo as you won't be disappointed.
Grizzly Bear — Google review
We had a lovely day, the weather was perfect, it was very busy, families enjoying half term holidays. But there was plenty of room, the park itself is spacious and well laid out. Lots of nice places to sit. The collection of animals is great, the new Big Cat Habitat is a great enclosure. We also enjoyed the elephants, giraffes and many more, although we didn't have time to see them all. Highly recommended.
John Clifton — Google review
Great experience for the whole family! 4 year old son loved the dinosaur safari. Food wasn't bad priced either. You get warned as you go in about seagulls swooping down at meal places, but you still get the odd person who will leave food for them.
Lemark Adventures — Google review
Fantastic place to visit. Not to busy. Plenty of clean toilets. Many places to sit down. Staff really friendly. All animals made an appearance. Animals looked healthy, areas they occupied had food and water.
Fed the birds.Highly recommend you visit here really worth the money.
Only negative is arrived and car park machines not taking money. As going in side I noticed a man with orange jacket who i got a ticket from.
If ever back in Blackpool will be returning.
Emma Webster — Google review
Brilliant day out! There are so many talks and shows which are informative and lots of different animals to see.
We took our 1 year old and 6 year old. They both had a great time and it was just the right size that they weren't exhausted. The enclosures weren't too spread out so they were always able to look at something.
It was nice and clean with staff regularly walking around litter picking. Lots of picnic areas and stalls for drinks/ice creams, which didn't cost an arm and a leg.
Would highly recommend and go again. The price is much more reasonable. If you book in advance online its a little cheaper.
Najma Davies — Google review
We had a lovely day here, the staff were very helpful and informative. The facilities were good, plenty of food and drinks and toilets. Lovely setting with trees and lakes. Food and drinks were great. Good selection of animals to look at with information about the animals next to the enclosure.
Lucinda — Google review
Much prefer this zoo to chester, smaller to walk around especially with kids. My kids love the dinosaur trail and playground.
The sea lion demonstration really amazed them 🙂
With my youngest being autistic, it is a less crowded and more friendly environment. She can enjoy it and partly walk round without fear of getting lost or overwhelmed.
Hayley Gee — Google review
Nice Zoo with good shows especially the sea lion show. Great passionate person doing the talks. Only gripes is get charged for parking after paying for the zoo tickets. The cup of tea my friend had was not nice especially. But otherwise a great day out even in the rain.
Leo Fung — Google review
A weekday visit due to special a offer. 40% discount per person with a Fylde post code! All children aged under 3s are free.
Such an enjoyable day. There was a distinct lack of visitors and it probably cost more to open for the day than what was taken. The zoo was very well maintained, several areas were undergoing maintenance work or upgrading. A wide variety of endangered animals were available to view and lots had feed times and talks from zoo keepers at designated times of the day.
This zoo is well worth a visit and like many industries, makes you wonder how they can keep going with a clear lack of public funds. Yes they will have busy times, but the quiet times are extremely quiet!
Whilst I whole heartedly do believe that animals should be protected within their natural habitat, this zoo goes a long way to ensure this is replicated as much as possible and is eager for various species of animals not to become extinct. A very enjoyable and interesting day was spent here.
Me 66 — Google review
Even though it was drizzling with rain.it was fantastic what a day out ,we didn't rush around we took our time ,my highlight was seeing the tigers fantastic exhibit .As for value for money that's 5 stars to not over pricing themselves.you will love if ya 5 or 65 or older than that
Phill Ros — Google review
Visited the zoo with my 3 little ones age 5,6 and 9 we all had a great time spent the full day with so much to do, was a short wait to pay for the parking £3 for the day also a small wait to get in, food can be bought it's a bit on the more expensive side but ilthata always the same in these places plenty of benches if you want to take a picnic. Balloon and inflatable things to buy for kids, but you can pay with cards with these. Great day out, and I could not recommend it enough.
Lisa H — Google review
A lovely Zoo, it was easy to navigate and had a large variety of animals to see. It has a nice cafe to sit and eat as well as some amazing talks throughout the day.
Rachel Caygill — Google review
A great day out for all the family. Quite reasonable prices and a bit cheaper if you book online first. The car park can get busy and is pay and display. It's well laid out with some nice updated animal houses. It was spring when we went and some of the animals were being kept in as the ground was still wet. Plenty of conservation information and information about the animals and their natural habitat. Worth a day out but I would take some food as it's expensive on site.
Tom Leivers — Google review
Loved my visit to the zoo and seeing the animals. In my opinion there wasn't that many animals. Theres no repitiles/spiders etc. There's a fab dinosaur walk through though!. The Lions and Gorillas are the big attraction. Loved the train that goes around the zoo. There's a big play area for the kids. Loved the cafe which is a good size with lots of staff. The gift shop is large too and well stocked.
Maxine P — Google review
Fabulous. Lovely staff and happy animals. Disabled? Wheelchair loan is free and one carer goes free ( proof required, PIP letter, blue badge etc). Carpark is £3 but it seems they can add it to your ticket. Not sure how that works as carpark says "pay and display".....
Alexis Chadwick — Google review
We had an amazing day, all the animals are well looked after and happy within their own habits, custom made to look and feel like the real thing. The staff were all super friendly and happy to discuss animals with the visitors. Not my first time visiting, but it was definitely my favourite, absolutely nothing to complain about.
This theme park is perfect for families with toddlers and children up to the age of thirteen and is packed full of attractions, shows, rides and much more. There are two indoor attractions which include a waterpark and a branded Nerf zone, as well as a range of slides and other activities outside. If youre looking for an action-packed day out with your little ones then Gulliver's World Resort is the place to go!
Amazing value, entertainment staff and perfect for small children up to teenage. We looked at the reviews and I’m unsure how they have a negative review. With the cost of the room you get free entry to park, there’s woodland walks, free entrainment on a night for children and free meal for the family. We will be back again soon. As a family ours the best place we have stayed in the U.K. highly recommend by our family. Water ride was the best for us.
World Atlas of Nina & Lettie — Google review
We'd not visited for years as we'd found it very run down previously. It hasn't changed.
There is so much that could be improved with a cost of paint or a bit of care but this doesn't seem to have been done. If be surprised if they've done any maintenance during the closed season.
That said staff were really friendly and ride queries were short. Definitely not a full day out, but ok for a few hours.
Don't think we'll return.
Michelle Parr — Google review
We visited here on a sunny Thursday afternoon in June with our 3 year old.
We had a brilliant day, arrived around 11am, left around 3:30pm and managed to get on 15 rides, have a sit down lunch and spend some time on one of the playgrounds.
The selection of rides for a 3 year old are brilliant, and there are only 3 or 4 rides she was too small to go on. We only queued a maximum of 20 minutes for 2 rides and most others we got on straight away. The park was reasonably busy with some school trips, but not horrendously can't move busy.
We had food from the diner at the park entrance and it was fairly average and overpriced typical of most theme parks, but it's what you expect. It was okay and the portion size was decent.
At the end of the day, there were still lots of things we hadn't done and we could have easily spent a second day there doing the theatre, rides we missed, soft play and playgrounds.
Parts of Gulliver's World do look old and tired. You can see they are improving things though, for example the Gulliver's Gears area was new since we last went and that looked good.
However, I don't think the tired bits particularly bother toddlers and when you look at price it's really good value for money. It cost £42 for 3 of us. If you go to Nickelodeon Land at Blackpool or Cbeebies Land at Alton Towers you can pay that for 1 person.
Daniel — Google review
Great place for a family day out. Some areas look tired, but in other areas of the park, you can see the continuous improvement.
Young families can enjoy the rides together as a number of the rides just require the children to able to sit up unaided as long as they are with an adult. Which was great as we had a young toddler with us and a 6 year old.
Plenty of picnic areas throughout the park. Those wanting hot drinks there are a number of kiosks offering hot drinks and even a Costa on site.
The fresh doughnuts are lovely, and the choices of ice creams on offer are great.
If you are a smoker, there are a few designated areas around the park for you to go also.
Janice Shaw — Google review
Had a fantastic 2 days on the park. Lots of rides mainly for kids. My little girl was 3 and got on majority of rides no prob. 90 cm tall and then lots of rides open if you ride with an adult. There is 4 or 5 bigger rides nothing flashy but caters for many ages. Plenty of food outlets and toilets dotted around. Not a massive place but good value for money would 100% go again especially with the hotel stay. Queues on the weekend were OK some longer waits some shorter depending on popularity but no more than about 45 mins.
Bri Willo — Google review
Took 3 Grandchildren (9, 7 and 3) and had a lovely day. Very busy but most queues were reasonable. The bigger water rides were extremely busy and you need to have children who are patient in waiting!!
Very clean and all staff very friendly and helpful. Very strict on height allowance which is fair for health and safety 👍
Only 2 show times available which means you are quite restricted, especially if you find yourself on other side of park.
Be aware lots of wasps 🐝🙉
All in all, brilliant day had by all 😁
Michelle Drummond — Google review
Value for money I would say. The theme park is a bit old but it’s very clean. There’s quite a lot of classic rides to play with and things to see. Don’t expect many big new rides but you won’t get bored in the park. Must try their fresh donuts which are £4.5 for six 👍
Teresa Li — Google review
Great family theme park, ideal for kids. Park is a reasonable size to walk around without little leg’s getting too tired. Themed events throughout the year are fab. We’ve done both Christmas and New Year here and the atmosphere was brilliant. Plenty of areas to sit and eat if you’ve taken a picnic.
Chris — Google review
A really great place to take younger children. We went with a 3.5 and 4.5 year old, both tall enough for every ride we tried.
There was always something for us to do.
There is a little old age to some of the locations in the park but not enough to put you (or more importantly the children) off. We all had an amazing time.
They have really thought about the issues that arise from taking young children to theme parks.
Toilets always seem close by. There is always some kind of mini park/play area/climbing frame close to all the rides which is perfect if its busy or big waits or one child had to wait because they were too small.
The rides fit adults too which makes it such a fun day. We loved apache falls!!
There are little ducks running round which was cute.
The dinosaurs area is perfect for toddlers. My son loved it!!
Sophie — Google review
Fright Fiesta was a joy, despite the pouring rain and cold conditions we had a wonderful day. It was a half term treat for my little thrill seeker and it definitely lived up to our expectations (went beyond them in fact). Daniel on the Togo Tower (02/11/23) was just lovely, he even let my son win a race between us and he along with every other member of staff deserves a 5 star review. We hardly queued at all so that made the day even more special, definitely worth a visit in the low peak times if you don't mind some rough weather. Plenty places to eat and grab a coffee. Thank you for the memories ❤️ I've not doubt we will be back!
Emma Allen — Google review
We went for the land of lights for the first time and enjoyed it. Wasnt busy so easy to walk around and see everything. Lovely atmosphere and some fabulous look lanterns. Nice stop offs for hot drinks and food but we also took our own snacks which is good to be able to do. Only negative, wish it had last longer with even more lanterns.
Laura L — Google review
Great off-season experience. Went with two 10 yr olds and a 4 yr old and was worried the older kids might be bored but enough faster rides. They even enjoyed the ball pit in soft play, which was a surprise, allowing me downtime with a hot drink ☕👍. With most queues being less than 10 mins and a ticket offer on it was exceptional value for money. You can even take your own food if you prefer, although save room for the fresh doughnuts! It is old and tired in places and a couple of rides had to close briefly for maintenance (hence 4*), but well loved, good variety and fairly clean with engaged friendly staff.
Seonaid Beddows — Google review
A Swashbuckling Adventure for All Ages at Gulliver's World Warrington!
From the moment we stepped through the gates, Gulliver's World Warrington transported us to a world of pure, unadulterated fun. My children (aged 6, 10, 12) were wide-eyed with wonder, and even I, a jaded adult, couldn't help but be swept away by the infectious energy.
Thrills and Chills for Every Daredevil:
The park offered a fantastic selection of rides catering to all ages and thrill levels. From the heart-pounding drops of the exciting rides to the gentler spins of the calmer rides, there was something for everyone.
Make sure you book a day with good weather and you'll certainly enjoy!!
Ioannis Louizos — Google review
From the mixed reviews i was dubious to what our day out would be like but the kids had a good time. It was classed as low season so I'd hate to visit when its busier because there would be meltdowns left right and centre as the ques were already long (over 1 hour we waited for one of them!) . We arrived at 10.30 and got into the park at 10.45 left at 4.45 and id say we managed to do about 60% of the rides and none of the play grounds as there was no time due to the ques so im glad we didn't pay full price (ques could of been reduced if they actually filled the ride every time and there wasn't 3 adults to one kid🙄). There are plenty of picnic areas and some of them are sheltered too incase of rain. My daughter had quite a nasty accident but couldn't find a staff member anywhere thankfully a member of the public had extra supplies to top up my own.
Victoria Moss — Google review
Nice family day out for both the adults and the kids. There's a few new rides that have been added since I was last here 5 years ago. However, on the flip side, there are areas of the park that are looking a bit run down and in need of a revamp, some rides were also out of action. Stacy who was running the log flume was absolutely brilliant in keeping it organised to a regimental fashion as it was so busy! Plenty of parking and eating and drinking facilities. Overall it was a good fun day out but just not quite the five star experience, but has the future potential to be a five star.
David Johnson — Google review
Great theme park visited with a 4 year old she absolutely loved it loads of children's rides and great for all ages! Apache falls was a brilliant ride and loved the boats! Best to visit throughout the weekday and wear something comfy!
Surinder Dhaliwal — Google review
Getting through the gates was relatively easy as was the parking although closing off enough space for 20+ disabled cars for 1 bus seemed pretty pointless!
The remaining disabled spaces numbered about 6.
The 1st ride, we stood in the queue for 90mins! and missed a lot of the rides due to the size of the queues.
I had a double cheese burger which eventually had onions and cheese even after the server told us he had none left but only after we asked for a refund. £6.95 which considering the establishment wasn't too bad even if the burgers were just warm and the cheese cold.
The pizza place was no different and was slightly undercooked, the poor lady working on her own was definitely under visible pressure.
Having captured for the little ones in our group we decided to check out the roller coaster which the adults were looking forward too.
Having got there we were told that it was closing due to the fireworks despite only being 6pm and the fireworks due at 20:45!?
Fireworks were better than expected which added to our day.
All in all I probably would go back but during the week when less quiet and also take my own food.
Stuart Mayo — Google review
Brought our first grandchild here when he was 4 and again at 5 .... Now brought him at 9 with 2nd grandchild at 5. They both loved it!!
Very happy bunnies! A good variety of rides, enough to make them both happy. We were happy there was Costa coffee when we needed a hot drink.
Reasonable prices for food and sweets.
Melissa Wickison — Google review
Went for the Land of Lights display and my boys loved it, both 10. We stayed over in one of the Wooden Cabins. Quite small and very basic, but still had a nice cosy feel to it. Check in was a nightmare! None of the staff knew where our accommodation was, just had a rough idea of the area, but still sent us off in the wrong direction in the pouring rain. We went for the breakfast, train ride and met with Santa package. The breakfast wasn't worth waiting for, so glad the boys had theirs already or they'd have gone without. Park rides were good, plenty to keep busy for a few hours. A couple of issues but all in all a very enjoyable stay. Would recommend.
Daniel Roberts — Google review
Came Friday - Saturday for Santa's sleepover and land of lights.
We had an absolutely brilliant time, The hotel room was lovely and clean, The only downside was the mattress was awful and no cot mattress so needed to use a towel which wasn't ideal. The staff was very helpful and polite and nothing was too much trouble.
For the packages I'd of expected an itinerary and times of what was happening but didn't receive this so hard to plan with a baby.
Theme park was great, the whole Santa experience was amazing, train ride etc was brilliant.
The only problem with the theme park I'd say was it was hard to navigate around with the Christmas was land of lights parts were closed off so we ended up getting lost quite often which wasn't great in -2 degrees with a baby.
Food and drink are very expensive in the park £2 for a can of pop and £15 for a meal.
Asda around the corner so we got snacks to bring as we couldn't afford the meals there for breakfast dinner and tea for 2 days.
Definitely recommend for families with young children, looking forward to coming back in the summer.
Thank you for a great first mini family holiday and first Santa visit for my baby.
Jade Roper — Google review
What a clean, beautiful, well maintained, very safe place.
This is so underrated. The entrance gives you the feel of Disneyland. This place has rides for toddlers to any age. Some dare devil rides to rides that anyone can enjoy. Must visit.
The staff are super nice, enthusiastic and very friendly, helpful. The rides are clean and at the entrance of each ride the staff security checks and joy in receiving every child is beautiful to watch. They do not get stressed. They maintain the same momentum till evening.
The place looked immaculate like no one has been there but the park was fully packed. No litter, no overflowing litters anywhere any time of the day. Clean toilets from 10 till 4 p.m.
Coffe Station, food court was THE cleanest ever!! The staff sanitise every table before and after use. Never seen a kitchen this clean. Disney standards was just OK.
They have everything from meet and greet, rides play areas, climbing net, games what not.
Def a must go. It almost looks like each and every staff is a family and works so amicably.
Do not miss it and you will not be disappointed.
Sowmya Prasath — Google review
Amazing Theme park. Best day out place for kids during holidays. Prefer to go on sunny day. Place is a tad older but still have got things in it to enjoy. Must go
Balakrishnan G — Google review
The kids and us big kids absolutely love this place. The price is decent especially since they do so many offers throughout the year which as adults get in free for mothers and Father’s Day! Really appreciated. The food isn’t great but none of the theme parks are. Gullivers is more for younger children. It is not the hype like Alton towers but it is quieter and less queuing apart of the odd busy summer days. They have designated smoking areas on site as well as a large selections of cafes to buy snacks and drinks. The rides are fantastic for the little ones especially the Jurassic area. My only peeve is they sell helium balloons for something like £15! Which we bought as a treat for the kids. But they don’t even include a weight!? So the balloon can just so easily fly away….
Holly Popiel — Google review
Went for the Festival of Lights around Christmas time and the lanterns were incredible. Plenty of detail, huge designs that were very, very impressive.
Extremely busy as you can imagine. Mulled wine & cider was advertised everywhere but none alcoholic only which is a requirement when you're around so many kids to put up with the noise.
The park definitely needs a coat of paint everywhere and some maintenence. Would make things look fresh and clean. Still a good experience though
Michael Taylor — Google review
We went on an Easter holiday and my 7 and 3-year-old daughters had a blast. The event had everything from bubble shows to play areas and competitions, keeping the kids thoroughly entertained. We were pleasantly surprised to find minimal queues, allowing us to explore all the games. Trying the delicious ice cream was a highlight, and the option to rent a pram for only 10 pounds was a lifesaver, especially for our tired older daughter
Kushkestani Mina — Google review
Place is very run down. Everything looked either broken or dirty. The rides were very dated! All the attractions and decorations were so old they looked like they were barley standing the dinosaurs and cowboys were terrifying in their own right. Most had at least one appendage missing/snapped off. Everything was dirty, the water rides the water was brown and disgusting. The toilets you could smell before you even seen a sign for them.
For the price we paid to get in I would expect so much more. The range of rides is OK some for young and early teen kids. There are parks dotted around which was handy. The food on offer wasn't the best but was edible. I would advise to bring your own. There is plenty of benches and tables to use for picnics.
If your looking for an amazing day out I would avoid especially at the cost they are currently charging. I felt slightly robbed and seriously underwhelmed. There was people walking round smoking cannabis in the public areas near the rides and parks. There was members of staff walking round at the time and no one was challenged. This alone put me off ever visiting again.
Katie H — Google review
Went to see the land of lights show, absolutely beautiful!!
Spent 90 minutes walking round looking at all the different sections from dinosaurs to princesses and many more!!
Wasn’t busy so was able to take our time looking round.
Plenty of free parking spaces.
Debbie Farley — Google review
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Shackleton Cl, Old Hall, Warrington WA5 9YZ, United Kingdom
The Walton Hall and Gardens are a Jacobean Revival mansion with ornamental gardens that is popular for weddings, events, and other private functions. The gardens offer plenty of activities for the kids to enjoy, including a kids' zoo and cafe.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️What a gorgeous place to visit, we took our daughter for a private alpaca walk, worth every penny and Peter is just superb, so knowledgeable. We throughly enjoyed the walk and hearing all about the history of the hall & gardens. Also a lovely little zoo, nice clean toilets and the cafe was great too. Do not hesitate to visit here, perfect for the whole family ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Laura Heaton — Google review
Very serene atmosphere and beautiful landscape.
The manor house is stunning and adds the rich historical feel to the grounds.
Walking through the gardens you are swept up in history and could almost imagine what it felt like living on the grounds back in the days.
A beautiful array of flowers are planted across the grounds in a spectacular display. The grounds are in excellent condition.
There is a cafe on the grounds and they serve amazing food. The staff are friendly and fast with service. I would recommend having a nice brunch with a warm coffee and freshly baked cake while visiting.
The zoo is a beautiful assortment of local animals and have a few habitats for the local red squirrels which are amazing to see.
This is a must see historic destination.
Joanne Joubert — Google review
Walton Hall and Gardens, located in Warrington, England, is a picturesque estate offering a delightful escape into nature. The hall itself dates back to the 19th century and is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, woodlands, and parkland. Visitors can explore the estate's many attractions, including formal gardens, ornamental ponds, and scenic walking trails. The children's zoo and adventure playground are perfect for families, while the serene lakeside setting provides a tranquil retreat for all. Walton Hall also hosts events and activities throughout the year, including outdoor concerts, craft fairs, and seasonal festivities. Whether you're seeking a peaceful stroll, a family day out, or simply a scenic spot to relax, Walton Hall and Gardens offers something for everyone to enjoy amidst its idyllic surroundings.
The Romanian Guy — Google review
Makes for a fab half day out, suitable for couples or families with kids with the small zoo and mini golf. The gardens are also well kept and make for a pleasant, short walk. The main let down is how busy the cafe gets, so we went elsewhere for food instead of waiting.
Andrew Dakin (Andy) — Google review
Amazing place to visit on a nice day.
There is huge fields to sit and relax on aswell as a huge play area for the kids.
Also in the grounds there is a little farm with birds and alpaca on, a green house with a pond full of fish and other things to see.
Car park is reasonably price & blue badge get to park for free while there. There isn’t many BB spaced near the front but you can park in any space and pop your BB out for free parking.
TT — Google review
Recommend this park if you want a nice walk and also looking to go somewhere if you have younger kids. It has a playground, zoo, crazy golf, go ape style tree course, and lots of places to sit off and have picnics. Parking is cheap too and the zoo is free as well as entrance to the park and gardens.
Robert Baker — Google review
Playground is good for the kids. Quite big and has lots for them to play on! Had a nice time playing mini golf. Lots of greenery and has some nice places to have a picnic. Would definitely recommend for when out and about with children.
Olivia Grant — Google review
What a wonderful hidden gem! The gardens are stunning and there is plenty to do for young children. From the petting zoo, playground, mini golf, gardens, cafe there is plenty to do!
It also does not cost the world, plenty of space to have a picnic! Definitely recommended
Amy Longhurst — Google review
Beautiful gardens, play area and children's zoo. Facilities were clean. Enjoyed several hours with my 2 year old granddaughter.
Lisa Cuthbert — Google review
Lovely place. First time I've been here. Very clean and tidy. Lots to do for the kids and the cafe is great. Toilets dotted round and clean also. Paid £4 to park for the day and the small kids zoo free 👍
Gary Cassidy — Google review
Super busy with it being a warm, sunny half term day but great how much is on offer for the price of a car parking ticket. The kids had a great day and the grounds and garden are beautiful. We had a go on the adventure golf too (extra charge) which was good fun...no score counting when you're playing against a 4 year old though 😉 but he loved it. The playground is huge and caters for all ages and the animal zoo was fab with free entry. Lots of beautiful free roaming peacocks all around. And they're were huge fish and turtles in the pond!
Toilets were decent but bring your own toilet roll if you're there in the afternoon on a busy day...it ran out.
There were lots of picnic tables spread out all over the grounds, some in the sun and some in the shade.
Didn't try the cafe as the queue was too long
Stephanie Maddix — Google review
One of the awesome parks in Warrington.
Perks:
1. Awesome gardens
2. Lots of Parking spaces
3. Easy to find and reach. (Drive, Walk, Ride or Bus)
4. Mini Zoo
5. Play/Activity Area for Kids
4. Restaurant/Ice Cream Truck
5. Toilets
6. Green House
7. Old Mansion
8. Great walking area
9. Mini Train to take you/kids around
10. Great also to have a walk along the banks and to site some boats.
11. Picnic Area
12. No Entry Fee
Robert Costa — Google review
A lovely walk, maybe lacking in floral displays like other parks but still plenty of space for a good stroll. Parking was £4 and for that we got entry to the park and also entry to the little zoo there. Zoo had Alpacas, Rabbits, Goats, Peacocks and even Red Squirrels. A great place to take kids and a cheap day out.
Ell Gee — Google review
First time visitors while waiting for our flight from Manny airport.
Big fields, lots to see. Nice small animal park and good and well maintained playpark.
Didn't get chance to visit museum or other parts.
James Robinson — Google review
We had a lovely time on our Alpaca walk today, really friendly staff and learnt a lot about Alpacas during our walk! Topaz, Jim and Mal were very sweet and well behaved the entire time - definitely would recommend and would take part in again!
Holly Wilcock — Google review
1st time visiting and absolutely loved it, so many different activities and thing to do, from the playground the mini zoo. Beautiful and clean, plenty of toilets will definitely be visiting again
Debbie Farley — Google review
Nice gardens to walk around. It's not possible to walk around the house. There's also a children's zoo (mainly birds and a few farm animals), putting green, crazy golf (not always open), greenhouse, cafe and toilets.
Sian — Google review
Chris Currie photography definitely recommends Walton Hall and gardens as a wedding venue. The location serves as an idyllic wedding venue, offering a blend of natural beauty with the Elizabethan-style hall providing a grand setting for your wedding celebrations. The lush landscapes and manicured gardens provide a picturesque setting for ceremonies, receptions and couples portraits. Its charming and peaceful atmosphere make it a preferred choice for couples seeking a romantic and intimate celebration amidst nature. With versatile spaces that cater to different preferences and sizes of wedding parties, Walton Gardens ensures a memorable experience for every couple.
Chris Currie Photography — Google review
Ideal for a family day out, plenty of open grass areas for picnics and children to play. Zoo has lots of small animals and birds to see. Only cost is for car parking. Best to avoid cafe and bring your own food and drinks.
Alan Armitage — Google review
We've booked our wedding here - Sept 24. Its a fantastic venue and the staff have been brilliant- pictures are from the open day/ wedding Fair
Matthew Fox — Google review
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Walton Lea Rd, Higher Walton, Warrington WA4 6SN, United Kingdom
Blackpool Tower, a world-renowned attraction, is one of the most famous landmarks in Blackpool. It was constructed at the close of the 19th century and opened its doors to visitors in 1894. Resembling the renowned Eiffel Tower in Paris, this iconic structure stands tall at over 155 metres / 510 feet.
WWT Martin Mere in Burscough, Lancashire is a wetland center that offers various activities for wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy canoe safaris, observe beavers on the webcam, and play in a themed area. The park also hosts seasonal events to keep guests engaged. With beautiful walks and fantastic views of birds during feeding times, it is an excellent location for nature lovers.
Great location, nice walks, and if you become a member it is excellent value for money for multiple visits. lovely shop and restaurant. Unbelievable sights when it's feeding time. we have never seen so many birds together in one place when it was time for the food. Can't wait to go back and explore more of the venue. Was only there for a short while, but so amazing! Reasonable prices, nice food, nice helpful staff, and very knowledgeable in their area of expertise.
Jonathan Timmins — Google review
Loved our 1st Martin Mere Duck Race.
Thank you for a wonderful day.
We are annual members and also loved the giant duck hunt.
Grace the Giraffe Duck & Mary Swanson the Pirate Party Duck we entered into the 2024 Duck Race.
Henry Seddon Jnr (H) — Google review
Fantastic family day at this lovely wetland centre near Ormskirk. We did the Easter duck hunt which my children 10 & 7 loved. We also hired canoes which was lots of fun. Free parking and cafe on site, also a good playground. Staff were very friendly, I would definitely return we all had a lovely day.
Emma Pritchard — Google review
Brilliant place to go bird spotting a d for walking. Staff are friendly and helpful and will approach you and speak to you. The area is well looked after and beautiful to look at. Lots to do for all the family. It's a little on the expensive side for a one-off visit, but it does help support and look after the birds and otters. Cafe available and toilets. Also a playground for children and parking is free.Fully recommended 👌
Clare Marsh — Google review
Lovely easy access experience. Really enjoyed the use of the hides. Always something to see. There was no problem viewing in hides , but it was a quiet midday week visit. Cafeteria clean and menu adequate.
Sue McAlinden — Google review
Great day out. There's tonnes to do: boat rides, walks, parks, picnics, building dens, learning about birds, crafts, watching talks/demonstrations, pond dipping. It's immersive and the kids absolutely love it. Plenty of parking, cheap entry for a family with kids under 4, great toilet facilities, plenty of benched areas for picnics, buggy accessible all the way round. We've been a handful of times and will go back, even though it's a long way to drive.
Natasha Cox — Google review
A beautiful sanctuary for a wide species of birds with educational information readily available everywhere. The paths are suitable for buggies, and almost all areas seemed accessible for wheelchairs (best contact the centre first to confirm this).
The café serves meals and snacks and has indoor and outdoor seating areas.
The visitors' centre has an interesting exhibition and the shop has a good range of merchandise. All in all, it is truly enjoyable visit.
JEM Miller — Google review
Great place to visit. Paths are decent with plenty of room. Loads of bird hides, we saw a barn owl from one of them. The place is massive. It really is an all-day place. The wild walk was fun with lots of mud and balance beams to walk on.
There's loads of different birds, ducks, geese and swans. Plus flamingos and otters. The otter feed was worth watching!
There's a reedbed walk which is grassy/ tracks and quite long, with some more bird hides.
Large lego sculptures are dotted about the place.
Also worth doing the canoe ride on the wetlands. It's a great way to see nature and costs £10 for an hour.
The carpark is free and large. There's a cafe, children's playground, gift shop and plenty of toilets dotted about.
Well worth a visit.
Donna W — Google review
A fantastic place to visit. Really accessible and great for kids. We visited the cafe and the food looked great. I’d recommend a membership. I regret not signing up on the day.
Simon Bond — Google review
Wonderful bird reserve, amazing variety of species, both collection birds and native. Amazing regeneration of wetlands, really doing great conservation work, raising awareness and looking after their birds. Saw my first wild barn owl here. Great place for families and bird/nature enthusiasts
Adam White — Google review
As a tourist visiting £30.80 for two adults was a bit steep sorry that’s $64.13 in New Zealand dollars.
Maybe it’s better in the summer months but didn’t see many animals and none of the tv screens were working and the whole place felt like a ghost town and the cafe didn’t even look open with chairs stacked on tables.
Not worth the money much better to spend the extra and drive to Chester zoo.
Sam Manson — Google review
A very fun place to visit especially the park area for children and some lovely walks around the reed areas. A bonus for our ASD boy that no dogs are allowed. Only downside is the cafe I feel is expensive for some items. The cakes and coffee are good but a wider variety of sandwiches would be nice with gluten free more readily labelled, I would recommend taking a packed lunch. However there are loads of bird hides and very friendly staff who are willing to help out with information.
Brendan Greaves — Google review
Wonderful wonderful place. Peaceful, meditative space to connect with nature in a very special way. Brilliant hides and enclosures, otters are too cute!
Oliver Matich — Google review
A remarkable nature reserve, easily accessible to wheelchairs and disabled people. Very child orientated with plenty to do and see. An amazing children's playground, places to purchase food and drink at reasonable prices. Wonderful in either rain or sun. It has loads of different birds and otters and they have feeding times. My kids loved pond dipping and other activities they had put on. I absolutely adored my visit and can't wait to visit again. Thankyou for the brilliant day out
Maz Valkass — Google review
Very lovely place with friendly and knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Alan on the boat ride was very informative. Strongly advise wellies for kids as they love splashing through the puddles and shallow water. Great play area and many activities throughout the year to get involved in.
Carla — Google review
Lovely place to visit. Ideal for young kids group visits. Not a massive complex but definitely has a lot to offer. Nice and flat ,clean and well kept nature reserve, I would say nature reserve on my views, if it isn't classed as one already it definitely deserves the title.
Coffee and ice-creams are affordable and great value for the portions. My latte was served in a smaller than expected cup but tasted nice and strong and blended well with the mouth watering 🍨. Very friendly and professional staff. All extremely polite and helpful. The kids will love it, there is a kids play area here on your entrance and I can only see this as a misplaced and only downside to a brilliant afternoon vacation. I think this area should be moved to the end of the journey, kids can burn the rest of their energy off whilst you catch up with the latest or just sit and chat about the new memories you just undertaken. I'd definitely give this place 10 stars if that was in their planning???
7 for that reason only.
Lee Wright — Google review
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Fish Ln, Burscough, Ormskirk L40 0TA, United Kingdom
Madame Tussauds Blackpool is a wax museum chain with branches across the UK. It has a large collection of wax replicas of famous celebrities from all over the world, as well as historic icons. The Blackpool branch features themed galleries with Figure Skating, Strictly Come Dancing and Coronation Street attractions.
Very good way to spend a couple of hours. Would be nice if there was more to see and do, but what is there is top quality. Me and my son had a brilliant time and such a laugh with all the wax works. He even got to the top of the climbing wall. All the staff were super pleasant, we really really enjoyed it
Haz lawson — Google review
Awesome place. Definitely book online to save a few quid. Should have walked around here a bit slower as we managed to do it all in an hour and a half. Plenty of photo opportunities, although found that some of the photos we took didn't save to our card given. Really nice here though and staff were friendly. We went on a Monday for opening time and it was pretty quiet too, so much easier to get photos. Marvel section was BRILLIANT!
Bea — Google review
First ever visit to Madame Tussauds and it was superb. My 5ry old son and 4yr old daughter absolutely loved their time here ( we didn't know how they would be, with all the walking around and we didn't know if this would be there thing) it was so lovely to see how much fun they were having and having their pictures taking with all the wax works. We spent around 2hrs and it was 2hrs of pure fun and laughs. The wax works them selves are really good. Good value for money and I would highly recommend visiting. The venue was very clean throughout and the staff were friendly. Thanks for the memories.
Ashley Willis — Google review
It's a lovely place to visit. Seeing Live Sculptures is amazing. This place is worth the money and has nice places to take pictures. I live the scenery.
Bella Entertainment (Pearl) — Google review
Staff lovely and helpful, easy access with the pram and can take it round the entire place so you don't miss out on anything. Good photo opportunities too. Doesn't take long to get around so bear that inind when planning your day. Took us about 1.5 hours to casually walk around. Would defo recommend as part of your day out but would book in advance as I can imagine it becomes very busy.
Lauren Davies — Google review
Wax figures really good as well as been able to have a quick drink in the Rovers Return, reasonably prices for entry. Staff friendly and helpful.
darrin hills — Google review
We have been visiting next door experience of Peter Rabbit. Great 45 minutes spent with kids. Real treat is a the end.
Kamil D — Google review
VERY disabled friendly. Had a great time and my wife really enjoyed it. Exhibitions are great for kids and adults alike. Can't wait to come back.
Dan Russell — Google review
Had a brilliant time in the Blackpool one. Staff were so friendly. Especially Francis, he did the pub quiz and sang happy birthday to a little lad. Absolutely recommend it and I will be going back. Favorite piece was Michael Jackson. X
Stephanie Winders — Google review
We didn't initially book this to visit. However, we decided to when we arrived at Blackpool on our Pic n mix tickets.
We were not disappointed and had lots of fun from strictly come dancing to Ant n Dec to trying to pull out Thor's Hammer with a good pint in The Rovers Return!
This experience took us around 90 minutes as a group of 6. We booked this in advance with a Pic n Mix tickets.
Chris Ward — Google review
We went with grandchildren they thought it was marvellous. What a wonderful day
Linda Wallace — Google review
Used our Merlin Cards (otherwise £14-20 odd entry fee) to get in. Fantastic venue with very little queueing (weekday morning) and very little crowds (unlike London venue). Smaller venue than London, but just as good and entertaining. Fun for all the family (10 -68 year old).
Be aware, no parking. Strongly suggest parking in one of the many council car parks
Familees — Google review
It was a good experience, thought there would be more and recent celebs to see. Was a good couple of hours and the group liked it took alot of photos but I was expecting more like when I was a child. I would suggest getting tickets on li e because if you have them then it is straight in no waiting only mega positive for me. There is wheel chair access and lifts to go between floors which really good.
luke smith — Google review
I was supposed to be going up the Tower, but it got cancelled with 48 hours notice. I was offered to swap my tickets for Madame Tussauds, which was a simple process.
Honestly, it's not entirely my vibe. I can appreciate that they have tried to get figures of people/characters from a wide range of media, but it still felt slightly underwhelming.
The Marvel area was more interactive and interesting, with clever use of props to amplify the Marvel setting.
I did go by the wax hand counter and purchase myself and my partner's hand cast, which was a fun experience, and the staff were very friendly throughout.
I would recommend if you're into your celebrity icons/binge media, otherwise, you're not missing much.
Tony — Google review
Recently visited Madame Tussauds for the first time. It was definitely a blast seeing all these popular BBC (I believe) shows and life like statues was certainly a unique Blackpool experience. And for anyone wanting a nice drink, there's a small bar in the EastEnders section. If I recall correctly, they served some food and drinks (both alcoholic and non alcoholic) so it's a nice little place to pit stop if you need anything. Additionally, at the end there is a small games section with vending machines, some games and a rather pretty view of Center Pier (and the surrounding area) to admire while you relax or have a snack. Overall a great experience and highly recommended, especially with friends or family.
Sayo — Google review
It wasn't as I remembered from being a child but then everything changes. A lot of the wax works were very life like and some of the sets were great. The one thing is the accessible help is brilliant they were ready and waiting to take you from floor to floor and gave you information about the next exhibits. The Alan Carr exhibit is great and also tells you all the work that goes into making a full figure. On the way back we were shown the way to the final exhibition and the gift shop. The lady in there was lovely and really helpful. In fact being fair all the staff were. There are plenty spots to sit for a rest. You can also get a drink in the Rovers Return half way round.
Cath M — Google review
I wasn't really happy with the museum. It's a bit small. Beware the pictures they take for you are £15 even if you want them digital. The best way the royal part, Beatles, and ET, that's about it ends for me.
Ondra V — Google review
Great time with the kids and wife, I do feel like there should be more A listers and singers.
I know they got to follow the trend with celebrities also but it was a good time.
We visited on a wet ish Saturday and bought the £11 family pass for 2 adults and a child valid for 24 hrs on the bus and the trams. Rode all the way from the south pier to Fleetwood and back to the sea life centre. Then we rode back again to the south pier. The conductors whom we bought the tickets from were friendly and helpful. The service is frequent and was nice to be able to visit Fleetwood. Worth the money and great to see the sights outside the main strip. Also a good way to see the attractions.
Kaushik Paul — Google review
Great value and iconic way to see the Promenade in Blackpool!
Some of the trams are open top, which is great for the illuminations but beware of bad weather! We just missed an open top tram and we were disappointed we missed it. But as luck would have it, a rain storm came out of nowhere and we were lucky we got on a tram with a roof!
Tim O'Sullivan — Google review
I was looking forward to a ride on the tram which I experienced today. Unfortunately the tram was very busy with standing room only and despite all the information I have seen they would not accept my bus pass for payment. I was not the only person on the tram who expected their bus pass to cover the cost if the fare. The conductor was very nice about it but told me I would have to pay for the return journey so I declined and got off at the next stop and had quite a long walk back into Blackpool. I suggest they update their information.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is a renowned resort that offers thrilling rides, rollercoasters, attractions for younger children, entertaining shows, and various dining options. It is a well-known destination with iconic features such as Blackpool Tower and the Illuminations. The town's long-standing reputation for fun and excitement dates back to the late 19th century when it became famous for its amusements and oyster bars along the Promenades Golden Mile.
Had the best time ever !
Rides are impressive and are plenty to choose from, lots of places to eat and the place is kept very clean and tidy.
The prices are fair (around 40£ for a day pass if you book online) and the staff are always there to help you with anything you might need.
"The Big One" is definitely worth trying, even for people who are afraid of heights !
Totally loved it !
Twiggy Xlr — Google review
A true definition of fun, thrill and amusement. A gigantic ride on park that gets adrenaline pumping. Games, merry go rounds, super high speed roller coasters, boat cruise, tower lift, good meals, all sorts of fun games and rides.
The place is well situated, very neat and spacious. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
The ticket takes you in and you can use it for all the rides. Safety is paramount as little kids are subjected to height measurement before using certain rides.
A true value for the money. Kids love it so much. I will definitely recommend to family and friends and return back some other time.
Great fun!
Samuel Nero — Google review
We visited on a Tuesday and could finish riding most of the recommended rides within 3-4 hours. I would recommend trying to book the tickets in advance(little cheap) and also if you’re a uni student to avail 10% student discount. Also, BPB has lot of rides suitable for every age group though the crowd was mostly kids. Moreover, wait time for the popular rides is usually 20-25 min. So, if you visit on weekends maybe the wait could be more. The food court is good too. All in all we enjoyed our time there.
Abhijeet Patil — Google review
I loved it, I came for the weekend took me around 4 hours and it was worth it. Incredible theme park beautifully historic and a great family time. I would return I loved the big dipper and icon!. 100 years old the big dipper I hope has national protection due to it's historic value.
R C — Google review
We went to this place in the summertime, so it was extremely busy. It was lots of fun though, worth the visit. My son and I went on all the thrill rides. Man, did we 😱 scream. They also had lots of gentle rides for the younger ones. The best ride in the park was the Sponge Bob splash dash ride in Nickelodeon land, playing water war with everyone. We were completely soaked, but we laughed so hard it was so much fun. Take a change of clothes for the kids. There are lots of places to buy food but not enough seats to enjoy your meal. In all my life, I have never been anywhere and felt the sun so hot. There was absolutely no wind on the day we went. The coastline was so dry and hot that day it almost spoilt the day. The worst part was that the restaurants didn't have enough water/ice to cater to the volume of people there. My advice is to take lots of ice and water with you if you plan to go to Blackpool in the summer ☀️. Whatever you do, don't venture on the beach. It's nasty.
Barbara Cooke — Google review
We had great fun going on the rides. Never had any food there as had already eaten. Sadly only stayed about 3 hours as had a long drive home as it was a Sunday. It was very expensive for the short time there but all of us enjoyed it from my two year old granddaughter to myself the granny and the others in between lol as there were 5 of us in our group.
It was great to have rides suitable for all of us.
Mandy Evans — Google review
Really fun day out. Pretty good value compared to some competitors, especially the food and drinks which are pretty reasonable prices by theme park standards.
Really needs more seating, especially near food outlets. Also some more shaded areas for hot days.
Some areas are a bit scruffy, but the rides are world class. Staff are really friendly.
D Underwood — Google review
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is a classic gem of fun. It proved to be a delightful and nostalgic experience. To enjoy discounts, buy tickets 7days before your planned date of visiting.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach offers various forms of entertainment to complement the rides
The dining options at Blackpool Pleasure Beach offer a decent selection of snacks, fast food, and sit-down restaurants.
I’m conclusion it was fun to be there
MacAnthony Ogu — Google review
One of the best parks ever been. The waiting was not too long. Clean toilets, lots of options on rides, food and drinks. Friendly staff all over. We will be back in our next holiday. Worth every penny. Love it
Ilinca Costache — Google review
You know it’s lovely to visit Blackpool to see the lights walk the prom and grab a chip shop take out and sit and watch the waves 🌊 or go up the tower for a view. Lots of shows on and gigs to attend there’s something for everyone in Blackpool area the weather can be bad as it’s the northwestern uk but it can also be very good in the summer months but the lights are an autumn festival.
Nicola F — Google review
We had a nice time at the park. While we enjoyed being here we did find it rather difficult to find rides as there are no sign’s around for directions and the map is not the handiest. The park does seem rather old so it would do with a bit of a glow up. We were there on Saturday and it was pretty busy with the longest queue being about an hour. Would be interesting to see the queues on a weekday
Bogdan Chiorean — Google review
Couldn't book online as was last minute thing so was a little shocked at the gate price. Family of 3, with a 5year old, lots of rides he was still too small for but there were plenty he could go on. Staff operating rides/in amusement arcades were all very friendly and welcoming, food at restaurant places quite expensive but not too bad at the various stalls dotted around. Plenty of toilets.
Lianne Colebourn — Google review
Overall really good, but the opening times are too short. We were in rush to visit everything, especially knowing that some of the rides close at 4pm not 5pm. The waiting times were brilliant, not too much people, but its because it was Wednesday.
Syn Cpun — Google review
Great way to spend a day, nickelodeon land is great for smaller kids.
It is a bit of a pain having to use your phone to scan a QR code to scan to get on every ride.
The picture options for the rides are reasonably priced, £20 for a wrist band you can scan on all the rides with cameras and get a digital copy
Ben Davies — Google review
First time at a theme park and the pleasure beach offered a truly great experience. All the rides were unique in their own way, and most (newer ones) were very thrilling and smooth.
Place was kept very clean and all the staff were nice and friendly.
Good value for the price - a set price and was able to go on any ride and amount of times. The app helped knowing the length of waiting times.
Plenty of food and drink at reasonable prices. Including some gift shops scattered around.
Overall, the pleasure beach was an amazing experience and I would certainly be going again.
NeonVk — Google review
Excellent day at the park. A lot of rides to do, good food places, and vegetarian/vegan options at pretty good prices.
Staff are so friendly and helpful and made our visit brilliant.
Big shout out to Aaron who served us with our Bucket of fries! A great example of good service and friendliness to Blackpool pleasure beach.
Wonderful experience and we are returning later this year.
Steve Waite — Google review
Had a good time with the family, lots of rides for all ages. Offered good value for money. Some of the queues were too long, particularly when they allow unrestricted access for those with queue jumping passes. Staff were very friendly.
Ashley Magean — Google review
Went on a Sunday. Mix of weather but no fast winds so all rides were open. ICON was the best by far, very smooth and enjoyable.
Valhalla was a disappointment compared to the one before the upgrade. Would not recommend it. Infusion gets worse every year. Lot of head banging and was painful.
Big One again lives up to its name.
Kids had a lot of fun in Nickelodeon Land.
Ammad Farooq — Google review
It's a small theme park with 100 years old roller coaster, which is really amazing.
It is the best attraction for the young crowds to have fun here.
There are entry fees for it, and you can have full day fun if you are looking for a theme park but not a grand one.
Opposite to it is a very peaceful beach with benches provided to sit and relax. If you are at this very place in early hours, you can relax yourself with the melodious wave sounds.
Kasim Khilia — Google review
What a day we had! We went on a trip, and when we arrived, I was blown away at how awesome the fun fair was.
There were plenty of things to see and do, and the food was really good.
Going to Bubble Waffle was really interesting as the way the way the waffles were made were so cool, and it's definitely something new to try if you haven't already!
Definitely recommend going because it's a really good family day out!!
ChillyG — Google review
First time we've been for nearly 40 years... we loved it just as much now and we did back then. The wooden rollercoasters are just brilliant. Valhalla was amazing and all the old favourites, ghost train, Alice in wonderland, etc. are all well maintained and very nostalgic. Go have lots of fun at this fair. Pricey but worth it if you stay for the whole day
Scottishlass78 — Google review
It's definitely worth visiting and you will have a good time but it most definitely needs a Paint job and on some of the rides you can see a lot of rust and patchy worn out rails and bodywork. The food though is top dollar and some of the best I have tasted, the pizza's are the best I have eaten and great fish and chips and the donuts are yummy. If ya want a pint or whiskey etc it's all there waiting for ya. They need a better system of getting on the rides coz having to show your digital pass on every single ride becomes a pain. I like that they have a lot for the kids as well. They do really have to sort some of the rides out coz you really do get thrown about on some of them and the big one tends to break down a fair bit and one other thing it's the Easter holidays so you would expect the place would stay open later instead of 10am and closes 5pm. Also the hotels mostly are poor so if you're in Blackpool then pay the extra and stay in the better ones like the big blue etc, honestly I'm telling you the truth coz most of them get full up with homeless people etc and social services are visiting these what they call hotels. You also have Ripley's which is well worth the visit along with sea world and lots of others.
Smileyanz — Google review
We stayed the night before in the Boulevard hotel. It was excellent. You get to use a hotel guest entrance to the park. I love Blackpool and I love rides.
The pleasure beach isn't what it used to be. The south end of the park, by the big one, icon etc seems to have been in receipt of support. The middle from the river caves towards the main entrance is a sad sight.
The big one is still an experience all this time later, it's a rattly intense blast, which is cool. Revolution is an old skoop classic and icon is a next gen beast. The grand national is fun. Infusion is fast and intense. The nickelodeon flyer is good for a laugh. The planes and avalanche are Blackpool staples and still very enjoyable.
When we were there the ice blast tower looked like it was being removed, the river caves were closed and the horse ride by valhalla was closed. The kids car ride is closed and from what I hear is being removed in the future.
Hopefully when the car ride is replaced it regenerates this section of the park.
I hope it was just early in the season, so they were just getting the place ready for the summer season. I'll be honest I didn't see any signs of this, but I'm being optimistic!
It was about £150 for the 4 of us to go in, there's no option for none riders. The food inside was fine, reasonable pricing. Most people we met working in the park were warm & friendly.
I wish I could write that it was amazing, but it wasn't, 3 out of 5 is fair. We'll be back to Blackpool, but the pleasure beach will be a swerve for us until they tidy the place up a bit.
mark tighe — Google review
We visited on a day of high winds so unfortunately some rides weren't open until later in the day and the big one was closed all day. However I feel the park should offer some kind of return incentive for a day when it will be open as it hasn't been open every time we've visited in the last 10 years. The park opened at 10am, but hardly any of the rides did. We found ourselves waiting nearly an hour to get on the first ride. Throughout the day we managed to get on all the rides we wanted as queues weren't huge, but it didn't really feel value for money compared to what's on offer at Alton towers etc. Also I understand height restrictions for safety but how was my son at 131cm allowed on most of the big rides but wasn't allowed on bumper cars? He's been on bumper cars across the country before with no issue but here it's height restricted to such a high height? Anyway it's a fairly tame thrill seekers day out but I wouldn't be in a rush to return.
Emma Bell — Google review
Love Blackpool. Recommend to anyone. Definitely worth a visit. So much to do. Great amusement park. Helpful, friendly staff.
Ph93 — Google review
We had an incredible family day at Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Illuminations! 🎢✨ The iconic piers, tower, and entertainment places made it an unforgettable experience. 🏰🎡
🎠 **Blackpool Pleasure Beach:** Thrilling rides, lively atmosphere, and something for every age group. The adrenaline-pumping roller coasters are a must-try!
🗼 **Blackpool Tower:** A historic landmark with stunning views of the coastline. Don't miss the entertaining shows inside—perfect for family fun.
💡 **Illuminations:** The lights along the promenade create a magical atmosphere after sunset. Take a stroll or hop on the tram for a mesmerizing light display.
🏖️ **Seaside Charm:** The traditional piers add a touch of nostalgia. Explore the arcades, grab some traditional fish and chips, and enjoy the sea breeze.
🎭 **Entertainment Galore:** From street performers to theaters, Blackpool offers a diverse range of entertainment options. Check the schedule for live shows during your visit.
Overall, a splendid destination for family outings! 🌟 Highly recommended for a mix of excitement, nostalgia, and seaside charm.
Sanjeewa Senevirathne — Google review
This is my second visit here and it just keeps getting better, fun for all ages throughout the park,would happily keep coming back here, no matter how many times you ride the rollercoasters they are still so fun
sam lane — Google review
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Anfield is home to Liverpool Football Club and they have played there since the 1892 season. Over the years, Anfield has seen many redevelopments, including a new stand that was completed in 2005. The current owners of the stadium are considering expanding it to make it even more comfortable for spectators. The stadium also features statues of two of Liverpool's most successful managers, Bob Paisley and Bill Shankly. Visitors can tour the stadium's changing rooms, trophy room and tunnel.
Went on the Stadium tour. Place is pretty amazing, first time in the new main stand and it’s spot on. The provide you with a tablet and headphones to watch as you walk round. Loads of info on the history. As always the staff are super friendly and helpful. Great day out, just be careful with parking
Tim Phillips — Google review
Amazing stadium and one of my favourites. Audio guides help give an insight into the stadium's history and it's also kind of a of free flow tour. So, you can look around and proceed your own pace, not pressured by time or being left behind. Excellent stadium for an excellent club.
i like planes — Google review
One of the best stadiums I have been to! Classic and historic landmark in England. The tour was exceptional and the the gentleman who was guiding us through the tour was amazing and extraordinary. Even if you’re not into football, you would be interested and listen to him, his name is “Michael” a nice and well informed gentleman.
Ali Almaliky — Google review
My second visit here, and I always enjoy it. The stadium is impressive, the staff and people are friendly. Getting to the stadium isn’t too difficult, as there are buses running from the city center on match days. The return bus ride can be a bit of a challenge due to the large number of people heading back, but apart from that, it’s a fantastic stadium and a wonderful experience.
Tim R — Google review
Quite a friendly place these days last time I came in 80s we were chased . Family friendly now which is great. Arkles pub was mixed fans and ground is good for viewing. One negative was bar underneath was completely far from premier or CL level.. oh and we lost 3-0 so I want a refund 😥
glyn brownley (mrmonkfish65) — Google review
What an amazing experience I had in the Anfield stadium 🏟.
I am a Liverpool fan and it was my first time . I had a great time and the tour was perfect and a great tour guy was very polite and joking with all of us. Well done keep it up with the great atmosphere inside Anfield Y.N.W.A 👍
Debab — Google review
I visited the Anfield stadium in Liverpool, where I had the opportunity to go through the places where the supporters and players of the big teams go when a match takes place. The locker room is very special, where you can feel the vibrant energy of the players even if they are not present is truly a beautiful experience.The care of the administration and the employees that everything is clean, dry and in order is impressive.
Liliana Popa — Google review
Very well built stadium. During chants and songs, you can hear them echo across the whole pitch, especially before the game starts, 'You will never walk alone' playing gives goosebumps. Stadium is usually pretty full, and the fan sector always puts up flags and banners.
Edgars Rutkovskis — Google review
Went for a stadium tour with my son for his first visit to Anfield and it was great. We did the self tour with audio guide. There is staff everywhere to help and seeing my son was struggling with the ear buds one straight away got him so overhead ones instead.
We were able to see the stands the dressing rooms have pics with the trophies as well as learning some history on the way. It wasn't expensive and is disability friendly.
Stuart Tulloch — Google review
My fave stadium in all of Europe. Home to the greatest team in the world. The mighty Reds. A must visit for any football fans. Beautiful. Unmatched atmosphere. Especially on magical European nights.
Adil Lakhani — Google review
I'm not into football at all, however my brother certainly is, however he's disabled and needed someone with him
I went here, with fairly low expectations, however it's actually quite decent even as someone who doesn't care for football.
If you have a blue badge, you can park just right outside the Anfield stadium for free, however places are somewhat limited.
Waqas Ahmed — Google review
This was a thoroughly interesting and moving experience. The 97 Memorial is especially poignant.The Tour Guides Terry and Paul were very knowledgeable and do their jobs with obvious pride and enthusiasm. The handheld video devices are an innovative addition to the tour. It is worth seeing the murals in the nearby streets. Will definitely be back ....
Shaun Black — Google review
I went to Anfield Stadium last week for the first time, and it was amazing! The big stadium, loud fans, and the famous "This Is Anfield" sign left me really impressed. It's not just a stadium; it's like a special place for all Liverpool fans with a lot of cool history
Jitin Gulati — Google review
Superb tour, my 11 yr old son really enjoyed it. The staff are wonderful, so engaging ❤️ It is an audio tour, self guided but they are there to help, if needed, at each area. Loads of interesting history and you get a real feel for the passion for the club by the fans.
Rachel Woods — Google review
We visited Anfield this past weekend for the Legends Match. It was our 3rd time visiting Anfield and what an amazing experience. We sat in the new section of the Anfield Road End. All the stewards and security were very professional and friendly. The new area for the fans in the Anfield Road End is amazing. Friendly bar and food staff. Everyone was outstanding.
In my opinion there is no better experience than visiting Anfield. The history. The statues of former coaches and players. The Anfield Shop is second to none with great staff. It is huge.
We had the best time this past weekend.
Best way to get to the ground is by taxi.
Michael Mack — Google review
Haven't been here since 2005. Did the tour and loved all the sights and seeing behind the scenes of the greatest club on earth. Can't wait to come back again and watch a game. Anfield is my church.
scott haynes — Google review
Amazing experience.. home to the best football team and coming here was an experience itself. Very Friendly guide with all the help to take your best pictures . It should always be in your must visit list and you will never walk alone.
Abhishek Hingwasiya — Google review
Did the Stadium tour and museum, watch a great way to start the trip to Liverpool.
Not massive football fans (mainly patriotic when it comes to the main events like Euros and World Cup) so to make us immersed and wanting to learn about the history and team ethos is saying something.
Great tour and loved being able to be at both the top and bottom stands to feel a part of the fan experience.
Dazneyland — Google review
Did the stadium tour and couldn’t fault it. All the staff were so friendly, approachable and great sense of humour. Reasonable price for the length of the tour and what was included. The Liverpool store after was a treat! Great selection of products and also very friendly, helpful staff. Well worth a visit..
rose flood — Google review
My second time coming here and I always love it. The stadium is magnificent the staff and people are friendly. Getting to the stadium isn’t very hard as there are buses running to the football ground from the city centre on match day. Getting a bus back is a struggle as there are many people heading back but besides that it’s a wonderful stadium and a wonderful experience.
Keith Aboraah — Google review
We finally went to the mythical Anfield stadium… and it is beautiful! I love the surrounding neighbourhoods of the stadium, very local, with nice murals.
The food and drinking areas are good with different things to eat which is nice. A bit expensive though.
The logo, the memorial and the megastore are also nice to see.
I would recommend to do a full tour and come to park side where you can see the players bus arriving in the stadium.
The atmosphere inside is to be fair not the best one I’ve seen, or the legend that is being said about it…
The main problem is the accessibility to the stadium, from the city Center there is one bus that everyone wants to hop on so there are no seats left, and we missed out on 2 in a row, we had to take a cab to go there but the traffic is full too. Then when the game is over, very difficult to go back to the city Center so we had to walk 45 min as any other transportation mean are available… was a bit tiring
Salem Alsamour — Google review
An experience of a life time, that was my first time and I already have another game booked for after Christmas.. highly recommend. The atmosphere is just something you won't experience anywhere else in the league. We are the best fans in the world.
Shane Murphy — Google review
What an amazing match day on 1st jan 2024. We took our 5 year old son to his 1st game and he loved it. We were seated in the new stand at the top it has a great view and plenty leg room.
Vikki Helliwell — Google review
Really nicely renovated. It had been over 10 years since I was there last. Took a walk around the whole stadium 🏟 amazing place for any Liverpool supporter to visit.
Sean Kelly — Google review
The iconic Anfield. Away fans are housed in the Anfield Road stand. I was in block AL9 (row 21, seat 205) and had a fairly decent view of the pitch. It was a little difficult to see across to the opposite corner though. The sun shone and the atmosphere was palpable. There was a lot of noise from the stand to my right. Probably the best atmosphere of any PL stadium I’ve visited. Lots of room in the away supporters concourse. I walked back to Lime Street station afterwards, which took about 35-40 minutes walking fast. Programmes are sold outside the stadium. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Overall, probably the most impressive PL stadium I’ve visited, with an incredible rousing atmosphere.
dan g — Google review
Visited Liverpool recently and decided to do the Anfield tour. It was a great experience and you can spend as much time on the tour. You get to see the stands, changing rooms, hospitality, players restaurant, and get to go down to the football field and see the home and away technical areas. Your also able to visit the museum afterwards, which was a nice bonus. Well worth a visit and quite reasonabley priced.
Chris Kowalski — Google review
Even if you are not a fan of Liverpool, you should definitely take a look what's happening there! Enormous, big, glorious and magical - this is how I should call Anfield! And I was on a match that day and I don't think I can't even explain how the atmosphere feels!!
Симеон П — Google review
Quality venue for hospitality (and football) where past and present is celebrated but not unduly "in your face" other than football-side! Well-designed facilities and a club shop with huge choice, not necessarily best value, but some unique items.
Mark Turner — Google review
This was one of the best experiences I've had. We loved every minute. It was our first visit to Anfield for a game and it was smooth sailing all the way. I was wary of entering a stadium with 60+ thousand people but I need not have worried the lines were not long and it was very well organised getting in. The security persons were efficient and fast and we got in pretty fast. Finding out seats was a breeze with lots of very helpful staff to help. Would definitely recommend a visit.
Trasa Bracken — Google review
Brilliant football stadium. Full of character and history. Unbelievable atmosphere at the start of the game. Really impressed with how the ground has managed to keep its personality as a 4-stand football stadium as it's expanded to 61k without becoming a soulless bowl. Very busy around the ground but okay to get in. Concourses quite small bit prices very good for football; £3.50 for a Carlsburg. Also, lots of great Steet-art Murals hidden on the sides of houses off of Stanley Park Road.
Daniel Morgan — Google review
It's absolutely brilliant. Fantastic ground. Stewards are amazing and constantly helpful. Took great care of fans with additional needs in front of where we were sitting. Anfield Road new stand is one of the best. Of the grounds I've been to, it has the best seating arrangement with a fantastic view of both goals with no restricted seating. Cannot wait for the next opportunity to go again.
Alistair Orr — Google review
We attended a tour of Anfield for my partners birthday and it was great! Got to see everything from the changing rooms to the press room. The staff were super helpful and lovely, and it was very relaxed and not pressured. We had a great time; museum was awesome as well!
Nadia L — Google review
What a stadium! Great match day experience. Lots of friendly and helpful staff and lots of history to see around the outside. New club shop is huge but very well staffed so hardly any queuing!
Zishan Iqbal — Google review
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Liverpool's maritime museum is a must-see for history buffs that takes you on an evocative journey through the citys rich maritime history. From shipwrecks to uniforms and artefacts, the museum has it all from Liverpools pivotal role in the Atlantic Battle during World War II to its involvement in the transatlantic slave trade.
This is a very interesting museum highlighting the importance of UK in maritime and how its international collaborations led to several great success stories, in WW1 and WW2, as well as improving the safety of vessels around the globe.
Dimitris L — Google review
Free to enter but recommended donation of £5 (no pressure to donate though). Big museum with loads to see over 3 floors. Customs and Excise exhibit really interesting. Cafe was a bit rubbish - no menus anywhere and staff not particularly forthcoming but went to a food van outside the museum instead and then back in once we'd eaten. A few interactive things to do if you have kids. A good day out
Lindsey Johnson — Google review
A large museum which I only allocated half a day for. I could easily have spent longer than that here, especially on the International Slavery Museum floor alone. Good that this city acknowledges its part in this awful trade. Other highlights were seeing some items retrieved from the Titanic wreck & ‘Seized!’ - the HMRC section.
Toxteth O' Grady — Google review
Free entry (donation boxes are dotted around). No need to book in advance.
Really interesting museum about Liverpool's maritime history, including information on the Titanic and the Lusitania.
Accessibility - lifts, disabled toilets
Rebecca Harvey — Google review
Titanic exhibition at the Liverpool Maritime Museum proved to be a profoundly moving and informative experience. This exhibition is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history and legacy of the iconic ship.
As soon as I entered the exhibition, I was greeted by a sense of reverence and respect for the Titanic's story. The museum has done an exceptional job of creating an immersive environment that allows visitors to delve into the tragic events surrounding the ship's ill-fated maiden voyage.
The exhibition provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the construction, launch, and eventual sinking of the Titanic. The displays feature a remarkable collection of artifacts, including personal belongings of passengers, items recovered from the wreckage, and detailed replicas of sections of the ship. These artifacts serve as powerful reminders of the human stories connected to the Titanic.
One aspect that sets this exhibition apart is its focus on Liverpool's connection to the Titanic. As the city where the Titanic was registered and set sail on its ill-fated voyage, Liverpool played a significant role in the ship's history. The exhibition delves into this connection, highlighting the city's contributions to the ship's construction and the impact of the tragedy on the local community.
The exhibition provides a wealth of information about the passengers and crew members aboard the Titanic. Through interactive displays, visitors can explore the different classes of accommodations and learn about the lives of those who were on board. The attention to detail and the depth of research are truly commendable.
One of the most poignant moments of the exhibition is the memorial wall that lists the names of all those who perished in the Titanic disaster. It serves as a reminder of the human cost of this tragedy and allows visitors to pay their respects to the victims.
The museum's audio guide is a valuable companion throughout the exhibition. It provides insightful commentary, personal stories, and interviews, further enriching the visitor's understanding of the events surrounding the Titanic.
The staff at the Liverpool Maritime Museum were friendly, helpful, and clearly passionate about the subject matter. They were more than willing to answer questions and provide additional information, enhancing the overall experience.
Nibu George Thomas — Google review
I came here for Titanic and Liverpool - The untold story and i enjoyed it. You walk from museum of liverpool to here, such a place !
Raisha Ichsanti — Google review
This museum focuses on Merseyside's maritime history and is located in Albert Dock. It had general information with specific exhibitions on Titanic, Lusitania, Customs/Smuggling, and wartime shipping.
Karen B — Google review
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Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AQ, United Kingdom
The Museum of Liverpool is a local history museum that tells the story of Liverpool from its earliest days to the present day. It features interactive displays on city's heritage and hosts regular special exhibitions. The Museum of Liverpool is open daily from 10am to 5pm, and admission is free for all visitors.
This place was great. Well worth spending some hours looking at all the exhibits and learning more about what puts Liverpool on the map. There were lots of hands on exhibits to keep children's interest and pretty incredible to say it was free. On a nice day the whole area is fantastic for a wander about.
Manfred Retort — Google review
This modern museum is well worth a visit. The exhibition spaces are light and airy and display cases carefully arranged and informative.
There is a wealth of detail on the city starting from prehistoric times right up to present day.
Allow about 2 hours for a visit with children. Interactive screens etc are dotted throughout the museum but sadly several were not working on our visit. There is little to keep really young children engaged.
There is a good value cafe and lots of toilets available.
Jocelyn Twose — Google review
This is a museum lover's paradise. We had an amazing day out and the exhibits were very informative and interesting. Definitely recommended if you are someone who loves spending your time in museum visits
Shilna Mathew — Google review
The museum is great. Theres a children’s area with water play, lots of things to touch and do. The staff are very friendly and understanding of children with additional needs.
Other parts of the museum our kids found really interesting. There needs to be a few more toy trains on the wooden track area as 2 didn’t go very far 😂
Great views from the place too!
There was a fun karaoke room which we had a right laugh in.
Took a picnic and sat in a quiet area.
I didn’t think much to the staff on strike outside standing in our way telling us not to go in repeatedly and following us right to the door when it was obvious we had a child with us that had special needs and was nervous of the noise and new people. I thought that was out of order. (Although I understand why they were striking I think it’s important to consider your audience and their needs)
Good day out though, lots to do inside
Michelle Black — Google review
This is a fascinating place. It explains the history of Liverpool brilliantly and made for a great day. The place itself is situated right in the heart of Liverpool docks, which is absolutely stunning. I was also thrilled to see that it was free entry, and the staff were polite and gracious. I would definitely come back here.
John — Google review
Overall a solid museum and especially with it being free! Excellent exhibits all around although too many kids for me ha! My caveat is the poor directions to get around exhibits. Case in point: entering the 1st floor one faces the Viking history section… and yet the earliest ancestors history is to the left of that. Why are there no signs indicating to start to the left?? It was like this all over many of the larger exhibit halls.
Jennifer Smith — Google review
There is a floor that shows how Liverpool has been evolving in UK's history and the importance of Liverpool. There is a room full of entertainment especially about Beatles. At some audio seats and the karaoke room, you can play and listen to music/songs. The museum's location is by the dock side, so before or after visiting the museum you always get a chance to walk along the dock.
Gordon Choi — Google review
We had zero intentions of visiting a museum - we were looking for a walk along the front to the docks and thought this building was impressive and worth having a look.
It has such a great layout, very interactive, bright and airy! Doesn’t feel at all like a museum!
We didn’t stay very long but I’m glad we visited!
Cherylmarie McAtamney — Google review
Great building but not sure if it is designed abundantly well. I imagine other museums places etc have a lot of other great pieces but some things felt sparse. Where is unless I missed it the Everton/Liverpool story, once great friends now rivals. Interesting pieces throughout but I lost the sense of how Liverpool changed over the years. Go to the recording studio though that was fun.
Peter Robinson — Google review
I love this museum! Three floors of displays, so many things to view and interact with, displays which can be viewed with all six senses! There are interactive displays, displays you can smell, displays you can feel, displays you can see and hear… and so much more. I’ve been here a few times, multiple times when I was younger and more recently last week when I visited Liverpool for my birthday. This museum is great for all age ranges, the displays never get old! On the top floor there is also a glass window where you can get an amazing view of Liverpool, perfect for tourists - I have attached a picture of this view! Would definitely recommend!
Serah Egerton — Google review
The museums in Liverpool are free and all are well worth a visit, there is a lot of Liverpools history, very modern feel to it and there is always something new to see, there is a souvenir shop and a nice cafe there too, staff are always helpful, lifts and excellent toilet facilities, highly recommend
keith ball — Google review
Wonderful place to visit. Totally free & educational. Accessible toilets & lifts. Cafe on site. Parking terrible. We parked at Albert Dock & walked over. Lots to see & do nearby also!
Deb — Google review
Massive museum, overlooking the sea and parks near it. It has lots of history displayed in it. Clean interior as well. Never miss this opportunity to visit this place when you go to Liverpool.
Jamie Marie — Google review
I truly enjoyed my visit of the museum. The presentation was very well done. I would recommend it to anyone.
The added bonus is the top floor at the viewing gallery. You can get a stunning birds-eye view of the city.
Free to enter with the optional £5 donation.
Poom Settha — Google review
This is a lovely museum filled with local history and has such a nice chilled out vibe to the place.
The place was clean, spacious and packed full of interesting exhibits on display.
You get a real sense of the pride of the area and you begin to understand the contribution to the uk that Liverpool and it’s people have made and continue to make.
We will be back as we didn’t see everything!
Scott — Google review
I loved the experience here. It's located just next to the dock. Beautiful location overlooking the waters.
I particularly recommend the ground floor collection on the dock, trains etc. Very well presented in an engaging manner. The audio visuals are great!
And I appreciate the acknowledgement of the role Liverpool played in colonisation and empire.
Madhurima Sen — Google review
While I didn't have the chance to visit the Museum of Liverpool, I couldn't help but admire its stunning architecture from the outside. The modern design stands out against the city skyline, adding a touch of contemporary flair to Liverpool's waterfront. Even without exploring the exhibits, the museum's striking appearance alone is enough to leave a lasting impression.
Subhankar Das — Google review
This is exactly what I want from a modern museum - large, appealing displays, plenty of interactive elements and things to interest people of all ages. The building itself is impressive and there are fantastic views of the historic Liverpool waterfront.
The variety of exhibitions really shows off all of the cultural, historic gems that Liverpool has and gives an insight into what makes this a city with such character and individuality.
There are things to entertain children of all ages and plenty of other points of interest within walking distance. Best of all, it's free - amazing!
Tim J — Google review
Lovely new building, lots of space and a variety of exhibitions.
Despite no roof garden, there are great views from the massive windows. Could easily have spent 4 to 5 hours in there exploring everything.
And best of all it is free entry so you may as well pay a visit.
Brian Morrall — Google review
Overall, definitely worth a visit. Easy access, impressive building with various exhibitions including an excellent Beatles story.
A splendid staircase is at the heart. Helpful staff guide and advise.
Decent but pricey cafe
Graeme Hooley — Google review
An enjoyable couple of hours wandering around this informative museum.
We learned a lot about the history of the city and it was fascinating to see archeological artifacts that had been found in the area. The only let down during our visit was the Gents toilets on the ground floor: small, grubby and only 2 urinals, one of which was out of order.
Free entry as well. Well worth a visit.
Jamie D — Google review
Plenty of interesting displays, showing history of the city. Even for kids. Recommended dedicated time 2- 3 hours but check ahead if open as due to strikes other museums were closed. Free access to most exhibitions- special events have to be paid for and probably booked.
Rose Tomala — Google review
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The Beatles Story museum is an interactive exhibit that tells the story of the band from their beginnings in Liverpool to international fame and acclaim. The museum contains replicas of key locations in the band's history, including Abbey Road studios and the Cavern Club.
Brilliant museum, passes through the progression of The Beatles, from unknown Quarrymen to the Fab Four....
Great music throughout the experience, with recreated rooms and sets etc..
An audio set with head sets are given at the entrance, these are wiped down at the exit ready for reuse, personally, I used my own earphones.
You will enjoy this trip through time especially if you've experienced the Beatles in your youth. At the end there is a 60s style coffee shop selling refreshments and offering restrooms.
Recommended, enjoy.
Trevor Baigent — Google review
It’s so cute and informative. A great story of the greatest musical band ever. You can spend there more than 2 hours if you will listen to all stories on your media guide. And they have lot of languages! If you like their music this a definitely place for you. But the price is too heavy for the museum. It’s £18
Nikita Nakonechnyi — Google review
If you're from any generation chances are you know more than one of their songs, but if you were a teenager in the 60's they're a large part of the soundtrack of your youth, and thus never forgotten.
No matter who you are this is likely the one place in Liverpool you absolutely must visit. Loved every minute of the self guided tour of memorable photos and exhibits. The digital AV support is excellent and best of all it's at your own pace. MOST EXCELLENT!
Thomas Eblen — Google review
We really enjoyed this experience. It was easy to navigate around, there was lots to see and the headsets were easy to use. We visited on a Sunday morning and there was no queue. Would highly recommend.
Colleen Mc Crink — Google review
Very good. Lots of interesting stuff. Especially with the digital assistant. Well thought out exhibits. Quite remarkable recreation of the Cavern Club and story of the time. Well worth a visit if you are keen on the Beatles and their story. Nice cup of tea at the end.
adrian brown — Google review
Booked online. Arrived early and the staff were very accommodating and let us in.
Loved the layout. Spent about 90 minutes which was enough time.
The location is easy to find.
If you're a Beatles fan or interested in how they came together and the vans rise & eventual break up, well worth a visit.
Pradeep — Google review
Only a small museum but it's got some good exhibits that belonged to the Beatles, guitars and whatnot. Only complaint is that since they introduced audio guides, people tend to stand round blocking the rooms, oblivious to anyone around them. Would be better to get rid of them.
D T — Google review
Accessibility is good. lift access and wheel chairs to use whilst in the exhibition, carer goes free. Don't miss out the children's area on leaving, fab karaoke and dress up section!
A few empty spaces where pictures should be in the John & yoko section, the audio description was mixed up, not in line with the lay out or what is displayed.
It's a good experience if you don't know much Beatles history. The shop is Amazing!
Best variety in one place.
Sarah Suggitt — Google review
Neither of us are great Beatles fans. It was just something we thought we should go and see on a rainy day in Liverpool.
It started off well as I am 61 and have a Blue Light Card, so double discount (£19 reduced to £12).
The entry fee for my partner was £19.
Both entries come with headsets, and to be honest, they worked very well, providing clear information in many languages with an option to pause, rewind, or skip as necessary. You can also adjust the volume of the headset.
The tour took us about 1:30hrs to get around.
It could take longer if you choose to read information in each of the sections.
There is a cafe and shop selling beatles memorabilia at the end of the tour.
The staff we had interaction with were very friendly and helpful.
For me, it was worth the £12 entry fee. My partner didn't think it was value for money at £19.
Terry Hooper — Google review
If you're a Beatles fan this place is Nirvana! A must-visit just to soak in how Beatlemania was back then. Even if you're not a fan, this place will still be worth the trip. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The wonderful lady who works in the gift shop, she deserves a raise!
Immy Malik — Google review
Considering this exhibit/museum has been in existence 30yrs we felt it wasn’t as good as it should be. I understand official Beetles memorabilia is expensive but I felt it should of had more of the real deal.
The walking guides/headset is a good idea in principle and it does save them money by not having individual guides walking around spitting out the same stuff over & over, however we felt they didn’t always run in order with the exhibits.
For the money I guess it’s worth it but I don’t see it as something you would re-visit.
The Cavern re-creation is quite cool, but then you may as well just go to the Cavern!
Also, if you’re not too great on your feet it does go on for quite a while, there are places to sit in the Cavern section which is about 25-35 mins in, and again about an hour in when there are aeroplane seats, then again about another 15 mins later when you reach sections on the beetles as individuals.
A top tip would be to find out when the least busy times are and go then. I suspect first thing in the morning mid-week. The reason I say this is because it gets quite congested meaning you can’t see and read the displays properly.
Gareth Taylor — Google review
You can easily spend 2 or 3 hours in this place. It give real detailed info about the Beatles from their very,beginning until the breakup.
There are sections dedicated to each member and what happened to them after the breakup.
They have constructed decor and nice places to sit and listen to parts of the tour here and there.
Totally recommend it 😊
Yasmeen Shabana — Google review
We went inside mainly because my girlfriend wanted it badly so here we went.
To be honest wasn't expecting to be as awesome as it was. Very well organised, curated and explained throughout via a audio tour.
It spans from before they were famous until well after they were not a band anymore. Enormous amount of memorabilia, videos, audios of them and people closely associated with them.
In truth everything was excellent and well worth it. If you do know the whole story, if you are a true fan or even if you are mildly interested as I am, I promise you, you will love the experience!
paulo duarte — Google review
We weren't sure if the kids (ages 7 and 9) would engage with this but they loved it! Lots of interesting facts and the experience was enjoyed by all. You receive a headset to listen to each attraction as you go around with extra info to read along the way.
Suzie Weller — Google review
A must for anyone who has even a little interest in the fab four...it's basically a chronological walk through their careers. Lots of interesting info & good exhibits. At the exhibition you'll be given headphones and an audio/visual description to take around with you. We went on a Sunday and it wasn't heaving, was able to take our time, take some pics and enjoy the experience. Gift shop wasn't ridiculously priced either, which was a nice change to many others.
chris pogson — Google review
Plenty of unique Beatles exhibits, covers every aspect of the Quarry men to the split up of the group
19 quid entrance fee... Good shop and cafe
There is a audio/video tour included with lots of information I wasn't aware of before..
Would visit again
Derek Tweedie — Google review
Great interactive museum. You get a headset to go around with and hear the multifaceted stories of how the beatles came to fame and their journey as a band. Great sets to poke around and plenty to see. Keeps you well entertained for a couple of hours. There's also a little cafe, loos and a great little shop attatched.
Alex Freckleton — Google review
Great place to visit, multimedia tour, available in several different languages, lots of useful information, and a full story about the members of the band considered to be one of the icons of music. Over an hour's journey into the world of the Beatles.
Unfortunately I do not have enough time to study all very carefully, but I will visit this place again, when I have more time.
Highly recommended.
Wojciech Kozlowski — Google review
I’d not recommend this place. Very few original memorabilia (mostly posters?) and not as complete as you’d expect for a museum like this. Audio guides are OK and included in the price but without them, the experience would be lacking. The visit takes between 1 and 1.5 hours. There is a small shop at the end
María Guillermina Véscovo — Google review
I am an American tourist and Beatles fan. We weren’t planning to go into this museum but decided to do it anyways because we were by the docks.
It was fantastic! I highly recommend the audio tour. It was full of information that I didn’t know, and focused a lot on the early years of the Beatles when they were in Liverpool and the people around the Beatles that helped them to be so successful like Epstein.
Carl from Chicago — Google review
An awesome museum exploring the history of one of, if not the most, famous bands in history. There are plenty of items of memorabilia commemorating the band as well as items used by them and recreations of some of the sites they would have been to while in their prime. A must visit stop for fans of the band, or even if you have a bit of time while in Liverpool this is worth a visit.
Matthew Harwood — Google review
We had the opportunity to visit The Beatles Story Liverpool, and it was truly incredible. Not only did we get to see amazing exhibits, but we also got a glimpse into the lives of The Beatles before they became famous. It was a remarkable experience filled with rich music history.
evalyn catalig — Google review
Not going to lie I was really disappointed with this place, it was chucking down with rain and the horrible woman on the door made us traipse back up the stairs to scan a qr code to buy tickets and wouldn't let us hang about the bottom of the stairs because of "health and safety" she also wouldn't let us in to buy tickets even when I showed her the website said it wasn't working! I'm not an itiot and I know how to use a website to book tickets for something but there was an issue ahs she couldn't have cared less. I checked my bank 10 mins later and the money had come out, 5 mins after that (15 mins total after she refused to help) I got an email telling me the tickets had been booked, as the ticket where for 5 mins ago I had a feeling she wouldn't let us in by the time we walked back but she did.
Once in it was fairly busy but not too bad. I was fairly disappointed to find all that really happens is you walk round a really small space listening to an audio guide, I don't know what I'd expect but it wasn't this. I expected some legit original stuff but 90% is "how it would have looked". It only lasts an hour end to end and the prices in the shop are shameful. I'm not sure I've ever left a one star review before and maybe the incedent with the ticketing police set me up to not be happy with the rest of the experience but for £20 each they are making a killing and then they want £25 for a cd you can get from amazon for £8. Tourist trap doesn't cover it!
I doubt they will care but visitor be aware.
Phil Denholm — Google review
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Britannia Vaults, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AD, United Kingdom