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Discover more than 500 places to visit and lots of events to get involved in.
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Dog-friendly places to visit
Discover the best places for you and your dog to explore, from coastal adventures and dramatic mountains to more leisurely walks and gardens to visit nearby. Plus, find information on dog-friendly cafés and read our Canine Code.
Ideas for days out
Famous gardens
We care for hundreds of historic gardens, encompassing more than 500 years of history and a range of garden styles and fashions. Explore the most famous and significant gardens you can visit.
Visit Father Christmas
Plan a festive family day out and meet Father Christmas in his grotto. You can also settle down for a storytelling session or meet real reindeer at some of the places in our care this Christmas.
Places with Tudor connections
Learn about the places we look after that have links to the Tudor period, from Henry VII through to Elizabeth I. These historic houses have received royal visitors, hidden Catholic priests and witnessed important events.
Historic houses decked out for Christmas
Step back in time and visit a historic house decorated for Christmas. Discover traditions from medieval to modern times, join in with crafting and carol singing, and celebrate the season.
Crafts
Follow our step-by-step guides and have some fun with a variety of craft projects, including items to help the wildlife on your doorstep.
Things to see and do
Disability histories at the places in our care
Many of the places and collections we care for tell the stories of disabled people throughout history. This Disability History Month (20 November–20 December), discover the people behind these connections.
Christmas traditions from history
From silver charms in Christmas puddings to early Advent calendars, explore the ways our Roman, Victorian and medieval ancestors prepared for the festive season.
Five things you never knew about holly
Holly is one of the UK's most familiar native evergreens and has decorated gardens and homes for centuries. Find out more about this versatile plant, including its pagan roots and its use in furniture.
Make scented orange slice tree decorations
Learn how to make simple and sustainable Christmas decorations with orange slices and cloves. You can either adorn your own Christmas tree or give them as a gift.
In the news
Sycamore Gap saplings planted
The first of 49 saplings from the Sycamore Gap tree are being planted across the UK. The saplings were grown from the illegally felled tree and gifted to individuals and community organisations following our ‘Trees of Hope’ initiative.
Holidays and shopping
Save on winter holiday experiences
From scenic destinations for outdoor activities to picture-perfect villages and city retreats, explore a collection of cottages with something special to offer in winter.
Get cosy indoors
As the days get shorter and chillier, make your home more welcoming with our interiors range. Browse cushions, throws, blankets and scented candles in designs that celebrate British craft and culture.
Gift membership
Give National Trust membership as a gift and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. They'll also have free entry to more than 500 places across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.