Time well spent

See history where it happened with a trip to one of our historic and inspiring houses or gardens this spring. Discover the fascinating histories of the houses and their inhabitants. A day out with us really is time well spent.

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William Morris' Red House, South London Bookham Common Lindisfarne Castle, Northumberland One of the Farne Islands
Snowy trees at Sissinghurst - available as a print from ntprints.com ©NTPL / David Dixon
Visits and holidays
Spring flowers
Our gardens are waking up
A snowy bench at Osterley Park
Conservation, heritage and learning
Farmers' markets
Fresh food on your doorstep
Child dressing up in historical costume, enjoying a visit to Chirk Castle
Get involved with the National Trust
Wildlife calendar
What to see and where to see it
Whats new
Intricate fretwork in Khadambi Asalache's house Dunster's exclusive Gainsboroughs

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