Visitors on the stairs at Castle Coole, N. Ireland
© Arnhel de Serra
Our places
Transport yourself to another world, or just enjoy a change of scenery. Our houses, gardens and collections are perfect ways to discover, explore, learn, inspire or simply unwind.
Summer shows
Enjoy an outing with friends and families to one of our outdoor theatre events this summer. Combine a picnic with drama in a stunning backdrop, for a trip you'll remember for years.
Hunt for fossils and bones
Keep your eyes peeled, and you might be able to cross off another of the 50 things to do before you're 11 3/4. Kids' councillor Kai shows us where you might just spot something interesting beneath your feet.
Walks
Explore hills, beaches, woods and moors on one of our walks. Compiled by our expert rangers, the routes highlight historical and natural points of interest along the way.
Latest news
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Brownlee brothers triathlon
Brothers Alistair and Jonny Brownlee are to host their first ever triathlon at Fountains Abbey.
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Puffin census
A puffin census has begun on the Farne Islands to find out how many breeding pairs live there.
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Plant health taskforce
We welcome the recommendations to the government to help protect plant health.
Family fun in our shops
We have plenty of things to help you and your children enjoy the great outdoors in stock now, from bug hunting kits to ways to having fun with a stick.
Volunteering
Without our army of volunteers, we wouldn't be able to maintain our places, and visitors would miss their valuable contribution to bringing a visit to life. Find out how you could make a difference.
Your special places
We all have a place that means something special to us - it might be somewhere we go to get away from it all, or the spot we spent every summer with our family as a child.
More about us
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What we do
We care for houses and their contents, open spaces and their inhabitants and more.
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Holidays
Take a break with us - we've got cottages, hotels, B&Bs and even campsites to stay in.
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Get involved
We rely on people giving us their time and money to ensure that we can be enjoyed for ever.