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Best rose gardens
Visit the best rose gardens in our care, from Mottisfont's walled garden to the Italianate terraces at Bodnant Garden.
Outdoor music, theatre and film events
Be entertained in the great outdoors with a music, theatre or film event at a place near you. Bring popcorn to watch outdoor cinema, listen to music under the stars, or watch an open-air theatre production held in historic surroundings.
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Best picnic spots
Pack your favourite food, grab a blanket and visit one of the best picnic spots in the UK. Whether it's beside a grand house, in colourful gardens or next to the sea, there are plenty to choose from.
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Top free places to visit
Did you know that many of the places we look after are free to access? Find some of the best places for a budget-friendly day out.
Indoor adventures
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Special exhibitions
Connect with nature, beauty and history at an exhibition near you. From showcasing art and collections, to exploring the connections between people and places, there's something for everyone.
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Places with literary connections
Visit some of the places we care for that have inspired famous writers, playwrights and poets, including the homes of Beatrix Potter, Virginia Woolf and Thomas Hardy.
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Unique houses
Learn about some of the most unusual houses we look after. There's a hydroelectric-powered Arts and Crafts home with an early dishwasher, a 16-sided house and even a Jacobean time capsule to visit.
Open-air activities
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Best places to go kayaking and canoeing
From open seas to rivers and lakes, there are plenty of spots where you can kayak or canoe. Find the best places in our care to head out for a paddle.
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Top accessible walks
Discover the best accessible trails to explore with pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility aids across the places we look after. Get out in nature without having to go off the beaten track.
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Geocaching for families
Geocaching is like a digital treasure hunt using a handheld GPS, and you can try it for free at many places we look after.
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Best places to go cycling
Discover some of the best cycle routes through woodland, countryside and coastline. Explore family-friendly cycling paths and our top picks of the best mountain biking trails.
'50 things to do before you're 11¾'
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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities in summer
Plan an adventure this summer with our activity guides for children. Try everything from floating in a boat, to rock-pooling, identifying animal poo and fossil hunting.
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No. 32 Float in a boat
Have a go at boating – no. 32 of our ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities. You can float as slow or as fast as you like whilst bobbing along a waterway near you.
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No. 37 Explore the wonders of a rock pool
As the tide goes out, the secrets of the sea are revealed in rock pools left behind. Exploring the wonders of a rock pool is no. 37 of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.
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No. 3 Camp outdoors
Grab your torch and head for the wilderness. Wherever you choose to go camping, we have tips on what to pack and do. Camping outdoors is no. 3 of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.
Information about visiting
Places you need to pre-book
Planning to visit one of the places we care for? Find out which places require booking, and how you can join a guided tour experience.
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Visiting and booking frequently asked questions
Find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about visiting and using the booking system.
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Enhanced facilities for disabled visitors
Learn more about which places in our care have specialised, accessible facilities for disabled visitors.
Sustainable travel to the places in our care
Find out how you can travel to the places in our care by train, bus, bike or on foot, helping you to save money and care for the environment.
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Explorer Pass
If you're planning a trip in England, Wales or Northern Ireland this year, buy a National Trust Explorer Pass for entry to most of the places in our care. With 4-, 8- and 14-day options available, the pass can be tailored to fit your trip. Discover where you can visit with the Explorer Pass and how to buy yours.