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Chirk Castle

Chirk, Wrexham

Magnificent medieval fortress of the Welsh Marches

Cliff top view of the pale rocky cliffs and bay of Blast Beach on a sunny day, looking south.

Durham Coast

Seaham, County Durham

County Durham's coastline has emerged from a polluted industrial past to become a haven for wildlife

Cotehele

near Saltash, Cornwall

An atmospheric Tudor house with Medieval roots, a working mill on an historic quay, a glorious garden with valley views and an expansive estate to explore.

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Find out what's open, which places need booking and what to expect from your visit.

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Walkers exploring the Beacons Way path between Pont ar Daf and Pen y Fan in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales

Top winter walks

Get outdoors and enjoy the winter countryside with one of these great walks. There are lots of scenic mountains, invigorating coastal paths, and beautiful gardens to enjoy. Discover a new landscape.

Children looking at Percy the Park Keeper and friends picture board

Explore Percy the Park Keeper's winter wander trails

Percy the Park Keeper needs your help this winter. Join Percy and his animal friends on a fun family activity trail at many of the places in our care this January and give nature a helping hand.

Winter wildlife to spot

Wrap up warm and head outside in search of winter wildlife. From starling murmurations to red squirrels, there's a surprising amount to see. We've got some top tips to get you started.

National Trust founders Octavia Hill, Hardwicke Rawnsley and Robert Hunter

This week it's 127 years since Octavia Hill, Robert Hunter and Hardwicke Rawnsley founded the National Trust on 12 January 1895. Discover who these unique individuals were – each driven by a common goal – and where and why it all began.

Meet our founders

How to make fat cakes for birds

Would you like to give the birds in your neighbourhood a helping hand this winter? Fat cakes are a great way to keep your feathered friends happy and full over the winter and early spring. Learn how to make fat cakes to entice birds into your garden.

Visitors descending a path through the Rock Garden at Cragside, Northumberland

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Baking tray full of cooked mushroom and beetroot rolls — A tasty vegan snack for everyone to tuck into

Veggie and vegan treats

After something a little different? In Veganuary, dip into a world of delicious food with our vegan and vegetarian recipes. Mushroom and beetroot rolls, squash, feta and filo bake, vegetable tagliatelle Alfredo and chocolate fudge cake... some of the things you could try.

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Gardeners at work in the Walled Garden at Llanerchaeron, Wales

Seasonal gardening tips

With tips and tricks from our expert gardeners, your garden is sure to be full of life throughout the seasons. Watch our latest gardening video to learn about pruning climbing roses, and get the most out of your growing space with lots of ideas.

Gardening tips from the experts

Visitors at Souter Lighthouse, Tyne & Wear

Plan a 2022 holiday

April by the coast, August camping in the woods or October nestled on a mountain side. There are plenty of places to explore. Look ahead for a 2022 break.

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Winter sale

Had your eye on something for a while? Visit the online shop to bag yourself some winter savings with up to 50% off selected lines.

Browse the online shop

Weaned seal at Blakeney National Nature Reserve, Norfolk

Read our news

Get the latest news from around the Trust. Extreme weather events and natural disasters punctuated a year that saw a range of climate impacts on nature. We explore how unseasonable conditions, wildfires, storms and warm temperatures have made 'winners' and 'losers' out of the UK's wildlife in 2021.