Projects

Read about some of our outdoor projects

Heritage trees

An old tree growing over a dry stone wall in Borrowdale © NTPL/Paul Harris

Borrowdale Yew

Our work ensures that many of the nation's most important ancient trees stay standing. We're responsible for trees with major historical value - such as Newton's Apple tree and the Tolpuddle Martyrs Sycamore - and lots of trees that have been growing for hundreds of years. Join us for a journey through the oldest of woodlands...

Who cares - coastline

Sea birds on The Farne Islands with boats of tourists about to land © NTPL/Joe Cornish

The Farne Islands

We care for an amazing 10 per cent of the coastline of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Find out more about some of the work we're carrying out.

10,000 farmers wanted – no experience needed

One of the cattle at Wimpole, taking part in the MyFarm project © Jason Ingram

If you've ever fancied getting involved with farming, MyFarm is the perfect project for you. We're looking for 10,000 people to take control of one of our farms - through our dedicated...

Green Gym

Staff and mayor enjoy the outdoor gym at its launch. Mottisfont, Hampshire

Tired of looking at the same four walls down at the gym? Then the Green Gym, a complete guide to getting fit in the great outdoors, is just for you.

An apple a day

A volunteer pruning the fruit trees at Lyveden New Bield, Peterborough. © NTPL/Paul Harris

Traditional orchards are wonderful places for fruit, wildlife and people. With huge losses in the last 60 years, traditional orchards are under threat.

A natural playscape

Children playing in an adventure playground in the woods at Gibside © Noel Adamson

Get out, get active and get back to nature in the beautiful surroundings of the historic Gibside estate at the new woodland play park.