We're still open

Tending to the fire at Christmas © National Trust

Tending to the fire at Christmas

Summer may feel like nothing but a distant memory, but we're offering visitors a warm welcome throughout the winter months. Most of our houses and gardens are open to visitors, our countryside estates are open all year round, and of course our cafes and restaurants are brimming full of hearty grub to take the edge off the cold outside.

Days out & itineraries

Summer view of front of Hill Top house from veg garden © National Trust

Summer view of front of Hill Top house from veg garden

Fancy a trip to the BBC's Pemberley or run the corridors of Hogwarts? Want to visit places that inspired some of our greatest authors, tour haunted houses, or find a place to experience life as a servant?

We've put together guides to some of our places by theme...

Walking

A wooden finger post points the way on the Kinever Valley walk in North Devon © National Trust / Hannah Jefferson

Follow our routes to discover great wildlife

We are passionate about the outdoors, and know that one of the best ways to explore it is with a good walk. We've put together downloadable walking guides to our land, which point out local history, wildlife and other quirky facts as you go along.

Find a place to visit

What's on

Arbeau dancers at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal © Alexa Morton

We host a wealth of events throughout the year, however young or old you are. From outdoor theatre in the summer to Christmas craft activities - we're sure to have something happening near you.

Activities

Action shot of some off road cyclists © NTPL/Leo Mason

Did you know that you can walk, cycle, surf, horse ride, kayak, geocache and camp on our land? We own hundreds of acres of playground just waiting for you to make the most o

Places

Close-up of Souter Lighthouse © NTPL/Matthew Antrobus

Did you know that we care for a whole range of different places, including houses, gardens, castles, pubs, mines, beaches, mills, lighthouses and much more.

Families

Children dressed up as knights © NTPL/Nick Daly

Whether your children are junior history buffs, like to dress up, get closer to nature or just want to run wild, we've got all the ingredients of a great day out for all the family.

Become a member

Children on an Easter egg trail © NTPL/Stuart Cox

Make the most of your days out. When you become a member you will be entitled to free entry at over 300 houses and gardens, plus free parking in some of Britain's most popular areas.

Local to you

Community Growing Spaces Kingston Lacy kitchen gardens © Hattie Miles

Want to know more about what's going on near you, looking for inspiration for a day out or maybe interested in getting involved in some of our community projects? Our local to you sections contain all you need to know.

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Other useful pages

  • A tour guide with her group. © NTPL/NTPL

    Groups & travel trade

    Bringing an organised tour to one (or several) of our places? We can help with you with the detail.

  • 2012 touring pass

    Overseas visitors

    Planning a trip to the UK? Our overseas pass is great value for money if you're looking to visit us.

  • Tent on Brownsea Island © NTPL/John Millar

    Holidays

    If a day isn't enough, find out more about our range of holidays - from campsites to luxury hotels.