We're a charity that works to preserve and protect historic places and spaces - for ever, for everyone.
Lyveden in the Autumn
© Paul Harris
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.
Latest news
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The UK's best tree for climbing
We revealed what we believe to be the best tree for climbing in the UK.
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Late spring delays bluebells
Due to the very cold start to the year, peak bluebell flowering may be delayed until mid May or late...
Who we are
Quentin Blake sketch of Octavia Hill
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 and the extraordinary, Octavia Hill, the visionary behind our organisation.
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.
Are children out of touch with nature?
Writer and TV Producer Stephen Moss explains why he believes children need to spend more time playing outdoors and not become a generation of 'battery hens'.
What's in season
Local and seasonal food is something that we are very passionate about at the Trust. You'll find our month-by-month calendar to what's in season with tips on growing your own.
More about us
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Our acquisitions
Information about how we decide which acquisitions we can consider.
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Our conservation principles
Conservation is defined as the careful management of change. It is about revealing and sharing the s...