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A multi-generational family of three adults and one child walk through the gardens at Speke Hall. They are dressed for winter and pushing a pram. — Walk through the gardens at Speke Hall, Liverpool | © ©National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

Gardens and parks in Liverpool and Lancashire

To gardens filled with history and colour at Speke Hall, to a peaceful garden with canal walks at Rufford Old Hall, this corner of the North West is full of relaxing winter walks at this time of year.

View of a black and white Tudor house seen through autumn trees

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Speke Hall

From peaceful strolls through colourful borders, to adventures in the woodland and spotting wildlife in the secret garden, there's plenty of seasonal joy to find at Speke Hall.

Visitors walking in woodland at Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire

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Rufford Old Hall

The gardens at Rufford Old Hall have lots of variety, from giant squirrel topiary and beehives, to picnic spots in the orchard and peaceful walks by the canal. The Virginia Creeper transforms the entire central Courtyard in early October with its fiery red and orange colour.

Visitors climbing steps in the south garden at Gawthorpe Hall, Lancashire in summer

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Gawthorpe Hall

Take a leisurely stroll around the formal garden with its views of the River Calder. Relax in the ornamental terraced garden to the north of the hall or the landscaped garden to the south.

Discover more seasonal blooms in the north of England and Wales with plenty of gardens and parks to visit.

A snowy scene of the Shinto Shrine at Tatton Park. An arched footbridge covered in snow spans the icy water.

Gardens and parks in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

From the glorious garden at Dunham Massey to the industrial garden landscape at Quarry Bank, this corner of the North West is full of colourful blooms, even in winter.

Visitors walking through the rock garden at Sizergh, Cumbria

Gardens in the Lake District

The Lakes is known for its dramatic, wild landscapes, but it's home to some intriguing gardens too. Explore castle grounds, a cottage garden that inspired Beatrix Potter, and more.

Frosty morning in the garden at Nostell with fountain and statue in the foreground

Gardens and parks in Yorkshire

Enjoy Yorkshire's winter gardens and parks, from the landscaped views at Fountains Abbey, to the gardens within a garden at Wentworth Castle Gardens and newly designed areas, as seen at Beningbrough.

The walled garden at Penrhyn Castle and garden is covered in frost.

Gardens and parks in Wales

Visit an amazing collection of gardens and parks in Wales. From walled gardens to arboretums and countryside estates, there’s plenty to explore.

Child visitor smelling a rose in the garden at Gawthorpe Hall, Lancashire

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