Speke Hall
Merseyside, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
The Walk, Speke, Liverpool L24 1XD
Telephone 0151 427 7231
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
Speke Hall is a Tudor timber-framed manor house on the edge of Liverpool, near the airport, with black-and-white gabled architecture that reviewers consistently rate as the highlight of the visit. Beyond the house there's a maze, woodland trail, play area, and a signposted coastal walk down to the Mersey, making it a popular choice for families as well as history-minded visitors. Reviews are warm throughout, though a few note the gardens don't quite match the Trust's very best.
Worth the trip
The Tudor timber-framed house itself, with fittings and features reviewers say are worth hours of looking.
Before you go
Expect queues at busy times such as school holidays and events like the Easter egg hunt, and pair the visit with the signposted coastal walk to the Mersey if you have the time.
Reviewers consistently praise the Tudor house at Speke Hall as fantastic and beautifully maintained, with knowledgeable guides adding real insight, and the well-kept gardens with mature trees drawing particular admiration. The woodland trail, play area, and maze are highlighted as popular with children, and a signposted coastal walk to the shore is a bonus for those who enjoy walking. One reviewer felt the gardens were fine but not as impressive as other National Trust properties they had visited. Overall the site is described as immaculate, litter-free, and a memorable day out.
Tudor timber-framed manor house near Liverpool John Lennon Airport
“Looks like the staff and volunteers have been busy. Some new surfacing on the bund and lots of beds cleared out. Looking forward to seeing what the plans are for summer!”- Andrew Jones, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Facilities
- “Stopped off at the end of the visit in the cafe.” - Graham Hutchinson
Common questions about Speke Hall
Where is Speke Hall?
Speke Hall is in Merseyside, England, at The Walk, Speke, Liverpool L24 1XD.
Do you need a ticket to visit Speke Hall?
Yes - Speke Hall is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Speke Hall?
The Tudor timber-framed house itself, with fittings and features reviewers say are worth hours of looking.
Is Speke Hall a ruin or still intact?
Speke Hall is largely intact - Tudor timber-framed manor house near Liverpool John Lennon Airport.
