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A view across the Chirk Castle gardens from the roof

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 evolved from its industrial past to become a haven for wildlife

View of the wildflowers at the front of Cotehele House

Cotehele 

near Saltash, Cornwall

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

Visiting and booking information 

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

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Family in colourful summer garden at Morden Hall Park

Summer gardens near you 

With vibrant floral displays and long, warm days, summer is the perfect time to get outside and explore. Why not pay a visit to a garden near you and soak up some summer colour?

The exterior of Polesden Lacey, Surrey

Explore the greatest houses 

One size doesn't fit all when it comes to the houses in our care. Find out more about the biggest, the smallest, the most innovative and the most scandalous properties we look after.

Mountain biking in the Lake District, Cumbria

Best cycle routes 

Discover some of the best cycle rides through the woodland and countryside we look after. Get a new two-wheeled perspective on some of our best-loved places.

Photographs hanging up on string in the Wightwick dark room

Photography connections at the places in our care 

It's World Photography Day (19 August) this week, so find out more about the photography connections at National Trust places. From the earliest surviving negative taken at Lacock Abbey to images that capture the excavation of the Great Ship Burial at Sutton Hoo, there's lots to discover.

Discover photography history
Visitors at the beach at Robin Hood's Bay

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Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership. Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever.

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An Adonis blue butterfly

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Everyone needs nature, now more than ever. Donate today and you could help people and nature to thrive at the places we care for.

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Harvesting potatoes in the Kitchen Garden at Ham House, London

What's in season: August 

Make the most of what August has to offer, including cucumbers, chilies and aubergines. Find out from our gardening experts which fruits and vegetables are best to harvest or buy this month and get ready serve up a storm at home.

Eat seasonally
Pea and feta salad

Tuck into summer recipes 

Whether you're looking for easy picnic snacks, treats for a summer feast or something sweet to indulge in, we've got some great recipes for you to enjoy.

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The garden area at The Bakehouse, Middlebere Farm, Purbeck, Dorset

Create memories this summer

Book your summer holiday with us and enjoy a break full of the things that matter when you spend it with the ones you love.

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Bird and insect homes, feeders and bird baths

Make space for wildlife

As summer gets going, wildlife can be found all around us. Why not tempt some creatures to your outside space with our range of houses, habitats, feeders and bird baths?

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Fire at Zennor Head, Cornwall in July 2022

Read our news 

Get the latest news from around the Trust. After the recent heatwave and driest July on record, we've seen the impact at the landscapes and gardens in our care. These exceptional conditions are a reminder of how important it is to cut emissions and adapt. To plan for change, we’re restoring landscapes to ensure they’re richer in wildlife, and we're working to make gardens and buildings more resilient to rising temperatures.