Attractions in Rainhill & Things to Do in Rainhill
(and nearby)

Knowsley Safari Park (4 Miles)*
Knowsley was opened to the public in July 1971 by the 18th Earl of Derby. The 'safari park' concept was based on the drive-through game reserves of East Africa.
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens (5 Miles)*
Nearly a millennium ago, Norton Priory was home to a community of Augustinian canons, whose purpose was to centre their lives on God. Today, Norton Priory is a unique and enthralling place to escape from modern life.
Speke Hall (6 Miles)*
This romantic black-and-white timbered Tudor mansion captures the very best of "olde England", yet it finds itself on the edge of a modern industrial estate close to Liverpool.
Sudley House (6 Miles)*
Sudley House is a hidden gem of the art world, nestled in the leafy suburb of Mossley Hill in South Liverpool.
Walton Hall Gardens (7 Miles)*
With spacious lawns, picnic areas, play area, children's zoo, heritage centre and outdoor games it is the ideal place for a family day out.
Liverpool Anglican Cathedral (8 Miles)*
The foundation stone of this majestic building was laid by King Edward VII in 1904 and Queen Elizabeth II attended the celebration to mark its completion on 25th October 1978.Even through two World Wars, work of construction never ceased.
Walker Art Gallery (8 Miles)*
The Walker Art Gallery has one of Europe's most impressive fine and decorative art collections, so before you escape on a cultural break, why not come and see the art on your doorstep!
World Museum (8 Miles)*
At World Museum you can enjoy a fantastic family day out and enjoy five floors of historic treasures for free.
Boat Museum (8 Miles)*
With its delightful waterside setting, flotillas of historic boats and fascinating displays housed in a fine collection of Victorian buildings, the National Waterways Museum is a great day out whatever the weather.
Tate Liverpool (9 Miles)*
Tate Liverpool is one of the largest galleries of modern and contemporary art outside London and is housed in a beautiful converted warehouse in the historic Albert Dock.
Merseyside Maritime Museum (9 Miles)*
Set sail and drop anchor for a fun day out at Merseyside Maritime Museum! You'll find out about the companies, people and ships connected to this great port.
Seized! The Border and Customs Uncovered (9 Miles)*
Enter an unseen world of smuggling, intrigue and detection where things are not always what they seem.
Aintree Racecourse (9 Miles)*
Aintree is the home of The Grand National, the most celebrated, the most talked about horse race in the world with a global audience of over 600 million.
International Slavery Museum (9 Miles)*
The International Slavery Museum is a new and exciting contribution to the historic city of Liverpool. The museum explores both the historical and contemporary aspects of slavery.
Museum of Liverpool (9 Miles)*
The brand new Museum of Liverpool is expected to open in 2011. It follows the Museum of Liverpool Life, which closed its doors on 4 June 2006.
Awesome Walls Climbing Centre Liverpool (9 Miles)*
When a friend recommended 'Awesome Walls Climbing Centre' to me for a Birthday Party I was initially clueless as to what 'Awesome Walls Climbing Centre' was!
Lady Lever Art Gallery (10 Miles)*
The Lady Lever Gallery is the jewel in the crown of the garden village of Port Sunlight, housing the magnificent personal collection of the first Lord Leverhulme.
Blue Planet Aquarium (11 Miles)*
There's a world of underwater adventure just waiting to be discovered at the Blue Planet Aquarium.

Arley Hall & Gardens (12 Miles)*
Arley Hall, with its ancient history and over 100 acres of gardens and parkland, has been owned and run by the same family for more than 500 years.
Chester Zoo (12 Miles)*
Visit world famous Chester Zoo A wild day out for all!
The Salt Museum (14 Miles)*
Cheshire has been a centre of the salt industry for some 2,000 years and today is the only place in Britain where salt is produced on a large scale. The Salt Museum is housed in the old Northwich Workhouse.
Chester Cathedral (15 Miles)*
The Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary at Chester is a living symbol of continuous progress combined with constancy of purpose.
Dunham Massey (15 Miles)*
Dunham Massey is a delightful country house in Cheshire with unique gardens, fine interiors and a working sawmill.
Chester Racecourse (15 Miles)*
Tudor Kings and Queens ruled England when horse racing began on The Roodee. There is no more historic racecourse in the land.
Cheshire Military Museum (15 Miles)*
An interesting, innovative and attractive museum in a Grade I Listed Building on the very edge of the Castle in Chester. It is always developing new ideas to interpret the stories of the men of four famous regiments connected with Cheshire.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Rainhill and things to do in Rainhill (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.

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