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The Pantheon in September sunshine at Stourhead, Wiltshire, England

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Top places to spot red squirrels

Find the best places across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to see the elusive red squirrel. Autumn is a great time to spot them as they gather food ahead of the winter.

Tall white waterfall dropping almost vertically through the middle of green trees, feeding into a calm, reflective pool

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Top waterfalls to visit

Many of the places we look after in England, Northern Ireland and Wales have waterfalls. Find the best ones to visit and experience the invigorating power of nature.

Visitors walking in the woodland at Blickling, Norfolk

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Woodland walks

From tree-lined avenues to ancient woodland, find a sense of calm among the trees with our pick of the best woodland and forest walks.

Visitors being photographed next to flowering Rhododendron at Bodnant Garden, Conwy, Wales

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Secret gardens to explore

Find out which of the gardens we care for have their own 'secret' gardens hidden within them. Search for a bear's hut and hunt for statues as you explore.

More houses and buildings

A long path lined with clipped yew balls leads the eye to a huge, round stone mansion

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Top 10 unique houses

Learn about some of the most unusual houses we look after and find out what makes them so special, from a tiny woodland cottage to a romantic country retreat.

Children playing at a table in the Lego Room at The Children's Country House at Sudbury, Derbyshire

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Kids’ indoor activities for rainy days

How do you keep the kids entertained on a rainy day? Here's a selection of indoor activities that won't be ruined by a sudden downpour.

Visitors in the 16th century kitchen at Buckland Abbey, Devon

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Places with famous connections

Walk in the footsteps of famous people. From The Beatles to Sir Winston Churchill, Agatha Christie to Isaac Newton, discover more as you step into their former homes.

A family exploring the Adam Tower at Chirk Castle, Wrexham.

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Family-friendly castles to visit

Looking for enchanting family days out? Look no further than these fairy-tale castles, perfect for days out with little knights and dragon-slayers.

More '50 things'

Two children lying in a pile of autumn leaves at Castle Ward, County Down

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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do in autumn

Autumn opens up a world of new adventures for kids. Discover the best activities from our ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’, including playing conkers and foraging for wild food.

Child with a handful of conkers in the grounds at Castle Coole, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland

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No. 10 Play conkers

Conkers may well be one of the oldest games around. In some parts of the world it’s called ‘Kingers’. Get top tips for how to make sure yours is the champion.

Visitors looking at bracket fungi on a tree at Lydford Gorge, Devon

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No. 22 Find some funky fungi

What weird and wonderful mushrooms will you find on your funky fungi adventures? It's one of our ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.

Bug hotel in the Community Kitchen Garden at Seaton Delaval Hall, Northumberland

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No. 36 Make a home for wildlife

All sorts of animals, bugs and birds need homes and most have very different ones. Making a home for wildlife is no. 36 of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities list.

Visitors being shown some items by member of staff on a house tour of 575 Wandsworth Road, London

Planning a day out at one of the houses, buildings or gardens we care for? Some places need to be booked in advance. Read on to find out which places require booking, and learn how you can join a guided tour experience.

Visitors in the library at Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk

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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.

A visitor in a wheelchair along with two other visitors exploring inside the mill, with large looms visible in the background

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Enhanced facilities for disabled visitors

Find out more about which places in our care have specialised facilities for disabled visitors.

Two visitors cycle side by side through a winding path leading through parkland on the Ickworth Estate. They're wrapped up in rain coats and the weather appears hazy.

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.

Visitors walking through the gardens in August at Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire

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Explorer Pass

If you're planning a trip in England, Wales and 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.

Two adult visitors looking at each other and laughing as they stand atop the Gatehouse at Charlecote Park, Warwickshire

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