Northern Ireland

Truly breathtaking, from the legendary basalt columns of the Giant's Causeway to the haunting Fermanagh lakeland, Northern Ireland has a wealth of treasures to share.

Protect NI's special places

Protect Northern Ireland’s special places © National Trust

Protect Northern Ireland’s special places

The places we all care about in Northern Ireland could be under threat from legislation going through Stormont right now.

We are asking you to Be Part of the Plan. Please go to www.amendthebill.org for more information.

What's on

Giant’s Causeway needs your vote

Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre © Marie-Louise Halpenny

Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre

The Giant’s Causeway has been shortlisted in this year’s prestigious National Lottery Awards. More than 900 good causes from across the UK were nominated and the Giant’s Causeway has made it through to the final seven in the Best Heritage Project category.

We need your vote to win - register your vote for the Giant’s Causeway at www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/awards or call 0844 836 9696. 

Kids reveal best 50 things to do

A whole world of bugs and beasties to find © National Trust / Bernie Brown

A whole world of bugs and beasties to find

To celebrate the launch of our 2013 list of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ we've identified the best places for outdoor adventures, with Florence Court voted as the best place to discover what’s in a pond. Following last year’s success the list of fun outdoor experiences has been updated for 2013. Remember to pick up your free scrapbook and have fun.

Amazing group days out

Gloriously green and blessed with a mild climate, you can delight in fantastically different experiences in the beautiful Northern Ireland countryside.

Gig in the Garden at Minnowburn

Enjoy music in the beautiful setting of Terrace Hill Garden © Bernie Brown

It's summer and at Minnowburn that means Gig in the Garden. On 27 July, Terrace Hill Garden is the venue for a day of local music, food and drink, and entertainment for all ages.

Join in and enjoy more

 © Jonathan Howe

Our seasonal event guide is bursting with great events for memorable days out with family and friends. There really is something for everyone, so come along and join the fun.

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Collections online

Peruse more than 750,000 objects from artistic treasures to everyday household items and quirky things on our new website. Explore the collections online before seeing them for real.

Calling all volunteers

If you’re looking for an exciting and interesting way to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Anyone can volunteer for an hour, a day, or maybe more.