North West

Visit - North West

With spectacular scenery, commanding castles and a magnificent Roman wall, there is plenty to discover in the North West of England.

Hadrian's Wall

An epic World Heritage Site

Beeston Castle

The 'Castle of the Rock'

Carlisle Castle

The most besieged castle in England

Highlights from the North West

Discover thosands of years of history in the North West of England, from commanding castle's to roman ruins. Opening times vary.

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A medieval knight reenactor on horseback riding infront of a crowd of people at Beeston Castle.

Upcoming events in the north west

We have events for visitors of all ages throughout the year. Book your tickets in advance and you can save up to 15% on your admission. 

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May Half Term

Start planning your May half-term with family adventures across our sites.

Join our exciting Mystery Missions, where young explorers can uncover clues, solve puzzles, and bring history to life.

At Stonehenge, you'll find a special Playhenge experience, packed with hands-on activities to keep kids entertained all day long.

Plan your May Half Term
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History never looked so good

Spring is in full swing, and history's never looked so good. With lush lawns, bright green woodlands and beautiful blooming gardens, now's the perfect time to plan your next spectacular springtime adventure.

With two bank holidays and May half-term coming up, start planning now to make the most of the extra days away from the everyday.

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Join English Heritage

Become a member today from £44 a year and enjoy a host of benefits including free unlimited entry for you and up to six kids to over 400 historic sites including Stonehenge, Dover Castle and Hadrian's Wall.

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