What we do
We're a charity that works to preserve and protect historic places and spaces - for ever, for everyone.
Planning petition
Fields near Chartwell in Kent
© Charlotte Ruddock
We are urging the Government not to relax important planning regulations that protect our landscape. 'Planning is for people, not for profit,' says our Director-General, Dame Fiona Reynolds. Help us make the Government think again, and sign our petition today.
Our energy map
Our interactive renewable energy map
© National Trust
We're committed to using renewable sources of energy where we can, and many of our places now generate their own power. Find out more about the different methods we're using and the pros and cons of the different technology available.
Curious conservation
Samurai armour at Snowshill Manor
The ring that inspired Tolkien, a wooden leg, an Oscar and Samurai armour are just some of the things that we care for. Find out more about the challenges that our conservators face when caring for our collections.
Latest news
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Weather and wildlife
Much British wildlife has enjoyed a successful year thanks to a mild spring and a warm autumn with...
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Our vast collections go online
From great works of art by Gainsborough to the ordinary cotton underpants of a Midlands grocer, details...
What we protect
We protect historic houses, gardens, mills, coastline, forests, woods, fens, beaches, farmland, moorland, islands, archaeological remains, nature reserves, villages and pubs. Then we open them up for ever, for everyone.
Our history
Many people don't know that we were founded over 100 years ago, by three passionate Victorians who wanted to preserve outdoor spaces and prevent them from being built on. Find out more about where we've come from.
Big issues
While we're very passionate about open spaces and historic places, we're working hard in other areas too. We care about the environment, food, farming, transport and heritage - to name just a few of our concerns.
Read our views on...
Digging dung at Wicken Fen
We recently welcomed Anglia Ruskin University to Wicken Fen where they spent the day 'poo picking' to see whether wildlife at the reserve are dispersing plant species via their digestive system. Learn more by watching this short film.
Seasonal food
Have a go at creating our partridge, spinach and pumpkin soup. It'll warm you up after a lovely, long walk.
Our acquisitions
We receive hundreds of letters and calls each year asking us to save places special to you. Find out more about how we choose which places to save.