Coast & countryside

Did you know we own and manage over 250,000 hectares of land of outstanding natural beauty, and over 700 miles of coastline?

We manage hundreds of woods covering 25,000 hectares in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, including both some of the oldest woodland in the UK. Join our ancient tree advisor Brian Muelaner on his journey to discover the notable trees of the National Trust. This episode looks at the Ankerwyke in Berkshire.

Planning reforms

A classic view of Upper Wharfedale © National Trust

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...

Surf's up

Surfers flying out of the water at Godrevy, Cornwall. © NTPL/Ben Selway

Love the sea? We do. We care for over 700 miles of the UK's coastline, which is just one of the reasons we're working to promote surfing in the UK.

Hidden gems

Geocaching in the Clent Hills, North Worcestershire © Derek Wilbraham

Within a few miles of where you live, there is treasure in the form of geocaches just waiting to be discovered.

A day in the life of a coastal warden

Snowdonia appeal

Llyn Dinas in Snowdonia © National Trust

Anyone who's ever been to Snowdonia can tell you how peaceful and special it is. Now, we have the opportunity to save Llyn Dinas - often known as the Jewel of Snowdonia.

Coastline campaign

Heather heath, woods, beaches and cliffs at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk © Fisheye Images

We look after over 700 miles of coastline - which is a huge task, and comes with a massive bill. That's why we started the Neptune Coastline Campaign to raise funds to help with our coastal work.

Countryside calendar

Our May desktop calendar winner is Ian A Wood (IanAWood) with this photo of Dockey Wood on the Ashridge Estate. © Ian A Wood

Our desktop countryside calendar is rolling on through 2012, and will be available for download at the start of each month. Visit our Flickr pages to be in with a chance of having...