We don't just look after inspiring places - we also want to inspire you by sharing our knowledge and experiences. So turn off the TV and learn something new today.

How to - garden organically

The first lettuces in June from the garden at Sissinghurst. © NTPL/Penny Tweedie

If you want to make a real difference when it comes to gardening, it's worth trying to go organic. In this short film, our gardening experts show you how this isn't as hard as you might think.

Building apprenticeships

From left to right: Bradley Lang, Apprentice Carpenter/Joiner at Lanhydrock, Danielle Platt, Apprentice Plumber at Lanhydrock, Lyle Bosomworth, Apprentice Mason at Killerton, Jenny Sibley, Apprentice Painter at Cotehele and Jake Channing, Apprentice Carpenter at Killerton.

Our building apprenticeship scheme is designed to tackle the major shortage of skills in the heritage sector.

How to guides

Pea and lettuce soup in the restaurant at Sissinghurst Castle Garden © NTPL/David Levenson

Fancy learning a new skill from the comfort of your living room? Well now you can with our handy video guides. From gardening to cookery demonstrations, our videos will have you wowing your friends in no time.

Come on a course

Volunteer repairing a drystone wall on the estate at Lyme Park, Cheshire © NTPL/Arnhel de Serra

If you want to learn something new, why not try one of our hundreds of workshops and courses? Try your hand at drystone walling or discover how to take stunning photos.

Take part in a talk

Speaker at a Lecture Lunch at Petworth House, West Sussex. © NTPL/David Levenson

We organise over 500 lunchtime and evening talks a year, on all aspects of our work from art to wildlife. There are talks all over the country, so there’s bound to be something near you.

Working holidays

Volunteers clearing bracken at Bosigran Farm, Cornwall © NTPL/John Millar

Working holidays are a great way to learn new skills, get active, have fun and meet like-minded people in some of our most stunning locations.