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A close up of two bees on dahlias at Bateman's, East Sussex
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Explore bee-friendly gardens 

Plan a day out to the most bee-friendly gardens we care for. Filled with pollinators’ favourite flowers, some of these places have hives and produce honey, which you can buy to take home.

Visitors reading documents and exploring inside Hardy's Cottage, Dorset
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Houses with famous connections 

Walk in the footsteps of famous people. From The Beatles and Sir Winston Churchill to Agatha Christie and Isaac Newton, step into their former homes and learn more about their lives.

Kayaking at the Brancaster Activity Centre in Norfolk
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Where to go kayaking and canoeing 

We have plenty of spots to explore with a kayak or canoe, whether you prefer open seas, rivers or lakes. Find the best places in our care to head out for a paddle.

A family and their dog walking along the boardwalk through the wetlands area at Morden Hall Park in London
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Top free places to visit 

Did you know that some of the places we look after are free to access? Discover the best places for a budget-friendly day out.

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Delve into history, get tips from our experts, learn a new skill and go behind the scenes at your favourite places.

Things to see and do

Pencil portrait on paper of Rabindranath Tagore by Singannachar Narasimha Swamy which can be seen at Shaw's Corner, Hertfordshire
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South Asian histories at the places in our care 

This South Asian Heritage Month (18 July–17 August), discover the places and collections we care for that reveal stories from, and connections to, South Asian history.

Archaeologists working at the Parterre at Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire
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What do our archaeologists do? 

Our archaeologists uncover hidden stories and care for thousands of sites and objects. Learn how their work helps protect the past for future generations.

Bowl of Tzatziki finished with oil drizzle
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Tzatziki recipe 

This quick and simple tzatziki recipe makes a refreshing yoghurt dip that’s a perfect accompaniment to summer salads and kebabs.

Visitors looking at a copy of Two Bad Mice at Hill Top, near Sawrey, Lake District
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Who was Beatrix Potter? 

To mark Beatrix Potter’s birthday on 28 July, learn more about the writer and illustrator’s fascination with animals and passion for conservation. In 1943, she left 4,000 acres and 15 farms to our care, including her former home, Hill Top.

In the news

Exploring the temporary urban park at Castlefield Viaduct, Manchester

Launch of the Nature Towns and Cities project 

To help tackle unequal access to green spaces across the UK, we're working with The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Natural England to support local authorities and community organisations in more than 100 places. The first two places to receive independent recognition as official Nature Cities and Nature Towns are Birmingham and Bournemouth, and Christchurch and Poole.

Holidays and shopping

Holnicote Lower House and the view towards the sea, Somerset
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Late-availability cottages for summer 

There's still time to find a cottage for your summer staycation. Make the most of the season, whether you'd like to stay in a bustling seaside town, at a lakeside retreat or in a countryside farmhouse.

Planting seeds that are good for wildlife

Help butterflies 

Feeling inspired by the Big Butterfly Count (18 July–10 August)? Browse our range of wildflower seed balls that have been designed to attract butterflies to your outdoor space. We also have gardening tools, bird feeding kits and hedgehog houses to help create a haven for wildlife.

Two visitors walking in the garden, both laughing whilst holding an ice cream at Cliveden in Buckinghamshire

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