Childhood Homes of Lennon & McCartney

The National Trust looks after two suburban houses in Merseyside, 20 Forthlin Road and Mendips. These unassuming houses are the childhood homes of two Beatles, Sir Paul McCartney and John Lennon.

Visiting the Beatles houses in Liverpool is an absolute must for fans of the band of any ages. The tours provide a real insight in to Lennon and McCartney's humble beginnings. Beatles tours are available from February to November and get booked up quickly.

Mendips - John Lennon's Childhood Home

A combined escorted tour of Mendips and 20 Forthlin Road, the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, is your only opportunity to see where the Beatles met, composed and rehearsed many of their earliest songs. Imagine walking through the back door into the kitchen where John's Aunt Mimi would have cooked him his tea, or standing in the spot where Lennon and McCartney composed 'I Saw Her Standing There'. Join our custodians on a fascinating trip down memory lane, and take a moment to reflect on these incredible individuals

Don't Miss

    * Original memorabilia and photographs by Mike McCartney on display.
    * Visit the bedroom where John Lennon did his dreaming.
    * Walk in the footsteps of these music legends.

Making the most of your day

Departures from convenient pick-up points (city centre and Speke Hall), escorted minibus tours and online booking service allow you to relax, as we take the strain out of visiting

Opening Times
27-Feb - 28-Nov-10     *     We     Th     Fr     Sa     Su

Open Bank Holiday Mondays.

*Admission by guided tour only, times vary, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/beatles for bookings. 27 February to 14 March and 3 November to 28 November: all tours depart from Liverpool city centre. 17 March to 31 October: morning tours depart from Liverpool city centre, afternoon tours depart from Speke Hall. To guarantee a place visitors are advised to book. Any photography or duplication of audio tour material is strictly prohibited. You will be asked to deposit all handbags, cameras and recording equipment at the entrance to both houses. Last admission 30 minutes before closin

Forthlin Road - Paul McCartney's Childhood Home

A little terrace house in Liverpool is where the Beatles met, rehearsed and wrote many of their songs. Join our characterful custodian on a trip around the McCartney family home, and hear stories from one of the most exciting times in music history. Enjoy contemporary photos by Michael McCartney and original early Beatles memorabilia. Hear Michael's and Paul's reminiscences on the audio tour

Don't Miss
There is no direct access by car or on foot. Visits are by combined minibus tour only with Mendips, the childhood home of John Lennon (charge including National Trust members). Any photography inside 20 Forthlin Road or duplication of audio tour material is strictly prohibited. You will be asked to deposit handbags, cameras and recording equipment at the entrance to the house

Opening Times
Admission by guided tour only. Open Bank Holiday Mondays. 28 February–15 March and 7 November–29 November all tours depart from Liverpool city centre. 18 March–1 November, morning tours depart from Liverpool city centre, afternoon tours depart from Speke Hall. To guarantee a place on a tour visitors are advised to book. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.

Between 17 March and 31 October 2010

Departure time     Departing from
 10.00am               Jurys Inn Hotel, Liverpool city centre
 10.50am               Jurys Inn Hotel, Liverpool city centre
 2.30pm                Speke Hall, National Trust, South Liverpool
 3.20pm                Speke Hall, National Trust, South Liverpool