BEATLES CHILDHOOD HOMES TOUR EXPERIENCE

FROM £210
PER TAXI

MAR-NOV SELECTED DATES + BOOK YOUR OWN OPTIONS

5 HOURS

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE NATIONAL TRUST

ALL ENTRY FEES INCLUDED

UP TO 5 GUESTS
PER CAB

©National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

DISCOVER THE CHILDHOOD HOMES OF THE BEATLES

We’ve teamed up with the history experts at The National Trust to bring you a tour experience of the lifetime!

Explore the interiors of both Mendips, John Lennon’s childhood home, and Forthlin Road, Paul McCartney’s childhood home.

Walk in the footsteps of legends and explore how John and Paul grew up here, practiced their music and wrote some of the first songs made famous by the Beatles.

The National Trust childhood homes tour is the only one which takes you inside these unique and atmospheric buildings and we are inviting you to experience this up-close on our special tour!

Step back in time and enter the worlds of John, Paul, George and Ringo!

Mendips official National Trust tour
Forthlin Road official National Trust tour
Select your pick up / drop off locations
Transfers between childhood homes
Exterior visits to childhood homes of George Harrison & Ringo Starr
Expert Beatles tour guide(s)

GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO GEORGE HARRISON'S FORMER HOME*

We have partnered with the owners of 25 Upton Green, George Harrison’s former childhood home, and we have been given exclusive access on Wednesdays in-line with our Childhood Homes tour! You are invited!*

The place the Harrison’s lived from 1950-1962
Spend time in each room and soak in the atmosphere
Strum the guitar and feel the vibes
Take pictures and enjoy the space
Exclusive access to the property during our tour

Book both tours as a combo and receive 20% off the retail rate of the Fab 60 Minutes Tour. Follow the easy steps during the tour booking checkout.

*Access to Upton Green is only available on Wednesdays’ regular departure tour. All access is subject to availability and at owner’s discretion.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

*If you book excluding National Trust tickets it is your responsibility to have a valid ticket for the National Trust element of this tour.

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WHAT TO BRING

GOOD TO KNOW

RINGO STARR

There’s no music without rhythm! See both childhood home and birthplace of Beatles drummer Ringo Starr. Ringo came from very humble beginnings in a two-up-two-down bedroom house with no inside toilet. Discover his story!

RINGO STARR

GEORGE HARRISON

Discover the home of George Harrison, where his music career was ‘getting going’ (to use his own words). Screaming fans congregated outside this house whilst an ordinary boy from Liverpool morphed into a world famous star. What must the neighbours have thought?

GEORGE HARRISON

JOHN LENNON'S MENDIPS

Forming part of the official National Trust Beatles Homes Tour, Mendips, the childhood home of John Lennon, is a fine example of 1950s semi-detached housing. The home is more luxurious and higher status than Paul's home and was lovingly maintained by John's Aunt Mimi. Neat, tidy, yet still cosy, it's a real home - and you are invited!

JOHN LENNON'S MENDIPS

MACCA & FORTHLIN ROAD

Travel by National Trust mini bus to 20 Forthlin Road and the childhood home of Paul McCartney. Discover a post-war terraced council house, smaller and plainer than Mendips, but full of history and stories.

MACCA & FORTHLIN ROAD

Who will be on my tour?

We only run private tours. Every tour is run exclusively for you, your friends or family. No other guests/strangers will be included on your individual tour. You will only be accompanied by your driver guide.

How many people fit into a taxi?

Our taxi cabs can carry up to 6 guests. Some have less seats (5) but we can usually accommodate & make things work for our guests.

What's included in the price?

Included is a private tour with one of our specialist Beatles tour driver guides inside the comfort of a Hackney Carriage “Black Cab” taxi.

Are your tours & drivers insured?

Fab 4 Taxi Tours is fully insured & only employs fully insured taxi drivers. Additionally, most drivers have also completed the Liverpool Hackney Taxi Driver First Aid Course & Management of Potential Emergencies Workshop.

Should I tip my driver guide?

If you’ve had a great experience and you feel your driver guide deserves a gratuity it will be accepted with thanks.

Where can I share my pictures?

We love to see what you’ve been up to on our tours! You can share photos of your adventures on Instagram by using the hashtag #fab4taxitours. Not on Instagram? Email us your pictures or videos to social@fab4taxitours.com

Are there fixed pick-up/drop-off points?

Usually we can pick up anywhere within Liverpool city centre (postcodes L1, L2, L3) or at any hotel, landmark or railway station in the city. You can add your pick-up location at booking. We also offer a door-to-door service from/to your home if you live locally. Speak to us about your requirements, we are happy to help.

Can I take my pet?

We offer pet-friendly tours but please speak to our office before booking by sending an email to info@fab4taxitours.com for more information. Guide dogs or hearing dogs are always allowed.

Can I be picked up at Liverpool John Lennon Airport or centrally within Liverpool?

Sure! Check out our “Meet Your Guide” section for central pick up locations (and airport pick ups!) on our hotel travel page info here.

Is my taxi guaranteed to be "black" and/or "traditional" as the old taxis are/were?

Our Black Cabs (Hackney Carriage cabs) come in different colours (of which the majority are black). As times move on and modern vehicles are introduced into the Hackney Carriage fleet options, we cannot guarantee a “traditional” or “black” taxi. You can, however, request a traditional taxi cab if you wish.

What is your cancellation/rescheduling policy?

We provide a flexible cancellation policy in that you can cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before departure of your tour. Exceptions apply. Our full Terms & Conditions can be found here.

Do I require travel insurance?

We always advise you to take out travel insurance. For our multi-day tours, travel insurance is mandatory. We recommend All Clear Travel Insurance

Are there toilet breaks during your tours?

We are never far away from restrooms & we can usually accommodate you with an easy solution. Everywhere we stop for a longer period of time will have WC provided.

What should I wear?

We recommend you bring suitable clothing for changing weather and comfortable footwear for your tour. Bring layers. This is Britain and we do tend to have four seasons in one day.

What are the guides like?

In short, fab! Some of them love to tell the fascinating history of the Beatles as if they lived it themselves, others know hidden secrets of every Fab4, and every one of them wants to make you love their city as much as they do. They will keep you entertained on the journey with music and stories and give you plenty of time for photos & questions.

How can I provide feedback?

At Fab 4 Taxi Tours we love receiving your feedback! You can write to us direct, call us or use one of our many booking platforms to leave feedback such as Tripadvisor, Viator, Google or Get Your Guide.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes, we highly recommend in-advance bookings to avoid disappointment. The city can get very busy on e.g. cruise, match & conference days.

Are the tours wheelchair accessible?

All our cabs are wheelchair accessible – check prior to booking so we can ensure you can enjoy the most comfortable experience. Please email our office. We are always happy to help.

Can you accommodate larger groups?

Yes! We love groups! We can accommodate any size group. At booking, let us know or speak to us and we will be able to arrange either a group of cabs or larger vehicles on request. We offer custom tours to create a bespoke experience for you and your party.

Who are Brit Music Tours & why are they associated with Fab 4 Taxi Tours?

Brit Music Tours Ltd is the parent company of Fab 4 Taxi Tours – we share the same values and quality standards and are fully customer orientated to deliver the best our regions can offer. You can find out more about Brit Music Tours

The details for Brit Music Tours Ltd are as follows:

Brit Music Tours Limited
152-160 City Road
London
EC1V 2NX

Comp. Reg. 12359451

Beatles Childhood Homes Tours of Liverpool

Images produced by The National Trust are ©National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

ALREADY PURCHASED YOUR NATIONAL TRUST TICKETS?

If you have already purchased your National Trust Beatles Childhood Homes tickets, then you’re in luck as you can book our tour without tickets included.

Simply book below using our booking calendar for tours where you already have National Trust tickets to suit your time – and just like that, you have secured your private tour taking you to the National Trust Childhood Homes as well as benefitting from the below:

CHOOSE YOUR CONVENIENT PICK UP LOACTION

ON-TIME GUARANTEE TO NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY

SEE GEORGE & RINGO'S CHILDHOOD HOMES

Choose your perfect tour pickup

Don’t worry, a city centre pick up is included in your tour cost. If you are based further afield, we have created a simple price list below which will be added to your tour rate at booking. A rates below are based on one-way travel:

L1, L2, L3 postcodes (e.g. city centre hotels): included in your tour
L4 – L36 postcodes: £17.50
Liverpool John Lennon Airport: £30.00
Wirral: £45.00
Ormskirk (L37) & Formby (L39): £40.00
Southport & Chester: £55.00
Manchester (incl. Manchester Airport): £100.00

ARRIVING ON A CRUISE?

If you are visiting Liverpool by cruise ship, please add “Liverpool Cruise Terminal” as your pick up location to include these added benefits:

FULLY CONVENIENT TOUR PICK UP LOACTION

Get picked up directly inside Liverpool Cruise Terminal.

RETURN TO SHIP ON-TIME GUARANTEE

We're promise to return you to your ship on time.

FULL REFUND IF
SHIP SKIPS PORT

Receive a full refund should your ship skip port.

We add £30 per cab for pick ups within Liverpool Cruise Terminal. See our full terms & conditions for details.

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Please note:

We do not enter or guarantee entry to George Harrison or Ringo Starr’s childhood homes on this tour.

The National Trust visit forms part of their public tour of the homes with up to 15 guests participating.

If booking our tour excluding National Trust tickets, it is the responsibility of the customer to have a valid ticket for the National Trust element (at the correct time) of this tour.

BOOK NOW FOR TOURS INCLUDING ENTRY TO NATIONAL TRUST CHILDHOOD HOMES

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LOOKING FOR FURTHER DATES?

Our Childhood Homes tours (with tickets included) are in extremely high demand. This means that there is limited availability across the year.

To register your interest for dates outside our regular departure tour dates, please contact us using the form below.

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