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Autumn adventures
Keep the whole family entertained this October half termFind your next visit
Discover more than 500 places to visit and lots of events to get involved in.
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Castles and forts
Immerse yourself in centuries past at one of the castles and forts in our care. Uncover the stories behind these historic buildings and learn about their previous residents.
Ideas for days out
Halloween events and activities
Plan a spooky day out to include Halloween events and activities at the places in our care, from spine-chilling storytelling to haunted trails.
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Top places to explore caves
Discover some of the best places to visit caves, from rugged landscapes to the gardens of country houses. Put on some sturdy shoes and explore.
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Top accessible walks
Find out more about the places in our care with accessible trails to explore with pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility aids. Get out in nature without having to go off the beaten track.
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Places with a royal story to tell
Bring history to life and learn about royal connections to the places we look after, from a warrior king and ghost queen to traitors of the crown.
Gardening tips
Discover our gardeners’ top tips so you can make the most of your garden, plot or window box.
Things to see and do
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Black histories and the National Trust
This Black History Month, discover the places and collections we care for that have connections to Black histories. Learn more about the people behind these connections, including the lady of the house at Dyrham Park in South Gloucestershire and an exiled emperor at Dunham Massey in Greater Manchester.
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Carve a pumpkin lantern
Find out how to make a pumpkin lantern this Halloween and find tips for recycling it afterwards. You can also find ideas for using natural materials as an alternative to plastic decorations.
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Spiced toffee apple cake
To mark Apple Day (21 October), try our recipe for a deliciously seasonal spiced toffee apple cake, made with cream, butter and eggs for a velvety richness.
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Ranger Rae kids' podcast
Discover our new kids' podcast, Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers. Listen to six stories where Ranger Rae, Apprentice Roxy and their animal friends go on adventures to look after people in trouble.
Last chance to have your say
Annual General Meeting
Your Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place at 10am on Saturday 2 November 2024. Voting closes at 11.59pm on Friday 25 October. Find out more about how to vote, how to register to attend and view this year's resolutions and elections.
Free Wills Month
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How to write your will
October is Free Wills Month, which means you can write or amend a simple will for free. Learn how we've partnered with a number of legal specialists so you can write yours for free, either online or face-to-face.
In the news
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Sycamore Gap Trees of Hope scheme launched
We've launched the Trees of Hope initiative, where we'll gift 49 saplings – one to represent each foot of the height of the Sycamore Gap tree at the time of felling last year – to communities around the country.
Holidays and shopping
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Book a last-minute getaway
It's not too late to book a holiday for half term, by the coast, in the countryside or near a family-friendly place to visit.
Celebrate spooky season
Calling all trick-or-treaters, we have everything you need for Halloween this year, from felt monster decorations to bat boxes and ghost stories.
Become a member
Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership.