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Discover more than 500 places to visit and lots of events to get involved in.
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Blossom
Blossom is well and truly here, so join in the celebration. Discover a range of activities in cities and at the places in our care, or try some crafts from home.
Ideas for days out
Nature reserves
We look after some of the UK's most important nature reserves. Visit a nature reserve near you and discover a wide range of wildlife and plantlife.
Special exhibitions
Connect with nature, beauty and history at an exhibition near you. From showcasing art and collections, to exploring the connections between people and places, there's something for everyone.
Places to forage for wild garlic
Wild garlic grows in moist woodland and you can forage for it at many places we care for including Downhill Demesne in Northern Ireland and Prior Park in Bath.
Best places to go kayaking and canoeing
From open seas to rivers and lakes, there are plenty of spots where you can kayak or canoe. Find the best places in our care to head out for a paddle.
Garden for nature
Transform your green space with nature-friendly gardening inspired by the BBC's Secret Garden, co-produced by the National Trust. From hedgehog highways to pond havens, find tips with a huge impact on wildlife.
Things to see and do
Sky Gardening Challenge 2026
Sign up to our Sky Gardening Challenge 2026 and turn your outside space into something special.
Warding off evil with witch marks
Learn about the mysterious markings our ancestors carved into doorways, fireplaces and joists to ward off evil and protect their homes from witches and demons.
Discover the great masterpieces in our collections
Masterpieces by Velázquez, Rembrandt, Hieronymus Bosch and El Greco can be seen in the collections at the properties in our care across the UK.
Our guide to puffins
Every year, thousands of puffins come to the places in our care to breed. Discover more about what they eat, when they breed and the best time to see them.
In the news
Stand up for nature
Without nature, there is no future. We’ve launched a campaign to persuade the UK Government to step up the pace to help British wildlife recover and stop unravelling important nature protections. Adding your voice is quick and easy. Use our template letter to write to your MP.
Holidays and shopping
Dog-friendly holidays
With dog-friendly holiday cottages across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, there's no need to leave your dog at home when you holiday with us. Enjoy walks from the doorstep in all kinds of landscapes.
Ready, steady, grow
Bring your outdoor space to life with our garden tools and accessories. Browse gloves, watering cans, garden furniture and nature-inspired sculptures in our online shop.
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.