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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 emerged from a polluted industrial past to become a haven for wildlife

A clump of daffodils in the upper garden

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.

Where can I visit?

Our gardens, parks and countryside locations are open. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends and bank holidays. Tickets are released every Friday for the following week. Where space is available on weekdays, pre-booking isn’t always necessary. 

We’ve reopened our shops in England, and outdoor seating is now available at some cafés.

In Wales, our outdoor places are open and some shops. Cafés in Wales continue to offer a takeaway service.

The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors remains our priority. Please check the property webpage before you travel and follow government guidance when you visit.

What's closed? 

All houses are currently closed.

In line with NI Executive guidance, we plan to reopen our shops and holiday accommodation in Northern Ireland from 30 April.

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Read our latest statement update 21 April 2021 >
 

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

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Spring highlights

City blossom, Cheltenham

Spot blossom wherever you are 

We'll be celebrating #BlossomWatch day this Saturday, 24 April. You can join in by tagging your photos on social media with #BlossomWatch and downloading blossom-inspired activities, including a spotters' guide, spring poem and ideas for mindfulness. You can also follow the latest blossom sightings across the country on our blossom map.

The Rock Garden in spring at Emmetts Garden, a National Trust property in Kent

Bring spring colour into your garden 

Looking to get stuck into some spring gardening? We've got tips on planting blossom trees, a chapter on garden design from The National Trust School of Gardening book, a video on how to make the most of colour in your garden, and more to share.

The Diner Bird Feeder hanging outside, full with food and a blue tit sat on the top

For the love of nature 

Encourage your feathered friends, nature neighbours and wandering mini-beasts to make a pit stop in your garden. No matter how big or small your outdoor space is, enjoy spending time watching nature buzz by. Explore our unique selection of habitats, feeders, bird baths and more, including our new range made for the love of nature in collaboration with leading wildlife specialists CJ Wildlife.

Browse our wildlife range
Honey and apple scone with jar of honey and two honey drinks on the side

Tuck into our spring recipes 

We love food and spring is the perfect time for fresh and vibrant recipes. We've got our favourite family bakes if the weather keeps you indoors, or take a look at some of our other tasty recipes that are perfect for when the sun is shining.

Visitors in the garden in spring at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

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Pencil study of Beatrix Potter's pet rabbit

Spring into our collections 

Artists and designers never cease to be amazed by the natural world, with plants, trees and wildlife acting as muse. Celebrate the season by exploring these evocative depictions from examples of fine Chelsea porcelain to Japanese blossom art in our collections.

Discover our spring-themed objects
Blossom tree by a footpath at Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire.

Virtual backgrounds for Zoom 

We're taking our Zoom backgrounds outside for the blossom season. You can bring the joy of spring into your calls, catchups and meetings with these colourful photos. There are also writers' retreats and studies to choose from, including Churchill's study and Virginia Woolf's writing lodge.

Find your new virtual background
Pink blossom blooms at The Vyne, Hampshire

Read our news 

Get the latest news from around the Trust. We asked nature lovers to share their observations of the arrival of spring. These have now been woven together into a poem by writer Elizabeth-Jane Burnett. Delivered in partnership with the Arts and Humanities Research Council, this project shines a light on the important role nature has played in our lives throughout the pandemic.