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Spring at Sheffield Park Garden
© Stephen Robson
Spring gardens not to be missed
As garden fever spreads the nation this week, why not take a trip to one of our top gardens to enjoy a riot of springtime colour and glorious aromas.
Then head out for a wander through our woodlands, as they become awash with vibrant bluebells. We've put together our list of favourite places to see them - where's yours?
50 things
We're challenging children to get outdoors and enjoy playing with nature - ticking each task off on our 50 things website, devoted to having fun outdoors.
Chelsea Flower Show
Visitors to this year's Chelsea Flower Show will see for the very first time, a garden that is half dead. Fera's Stop the Spread show garden, supported by the National Trust and other partners, has won the Silver Award at this year's event, and highlights the problem this country faces from invasive non-native pests and plants and what we can all do to help protect our gardens and countryside from these threats.
Events
Add something extra to your next trip. Join a wildlife activity, take in an exhibition or even participate in something sporty. We have a wealth of ways for you to get involved on your visit.
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.
Spring offers online
Spring offers are now available in our shops and online. There are lots of bargains to be found including mugs, scarves and decorative items, with up to 60 per cent off some products.
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. Tell us about yours and you could win a great prize.
Weddings
If you're planning your big day and are looking for the perfect venue, discover more about hiring out one of our places. We cater for weddings of all sizes, and can even arrange the food.
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.