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Summer of Play 

Make the most of the school holidays with the National Trust Summer of Play. We're welcoming families of every shape and size to slow down, reconnect and enjoy time together outside. Held in historic gardens across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, Summer of Play offers games, activities and trails to keep young and old entertained.

Kids enjoying Summer of Play activities at Fountains Abbey, Yorkshire

Pokémon in Partnership with National Trust 

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! Get outdoors with our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trails. Complete the trails to find Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers and complete fun challenges.

Summer of Play and the Pokémon trail at Tredegar House

Unique houses 

Learn about some of the most unusual houses we look after. There's a hydroelectric-powered Arts and Crafts home with an early dishwasher, a 16-sided house and even a Jacobean time capsule to visit.

Two visitors are looking up at an enormous, highly decorated marble fireplace in the Drawing Room at Cragside

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.

A ldy wearing headphones and holding an audio guide, looks at a painting of a man with a cap with two flambouyant feathers and a large dark velvet cloak with bright silver embroidery on the hem. The man has long curly hair and a thin beard - he is Rembrandt

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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.

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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.

Making bug houses in the garden at Washington Old Hall, Tyne & Wear

Lemon and white chocolate scones 

A simple, zesty twist of a classic scone recipe. Bake some lemon and white chocolate scones that will go down a treat with the whole family.

Lemon and white chocolate scones on a plate next to a serving dish and tea cup

Film and TV 

Go behind the scenes and discover which of our places have been filming locations for famous films and TV shows including Downton Abbey and Game of Thrones.

Luke Thompson as Benedict Bridgerton and Yerin Ha as Sophie Baek in Bridgerton Series Four

Wild Tales nature podcast 

Introducing Wild Tales, our podcast for nature lovers. Filled with stories of gangster gulls, poison gardens and extreme rangers, these episodes will take you all around our weird, wonderful and utterly wild world.

Person wearing chest waders sits on a fallen tree in a wetland area beside trees showing evidence of beaver activity.

In the news

National Trust calls for urgent Government action after devastating wildfires 

Following the loss of 104 hectares at Dunwich Heath and hundreds of wildfires across the UK, the National Trust is calling for urgent action to help protect people, nature and landscapes from the growing impacts of climate change. Read more.

Fire damage at Dunwich Heath in August 2026

Holidays and shopping

Last-minute holidays 

There's still time to grab a great cottage for a staycation this summer. Explore cottages with late availability savings at the coast, in the countryside and at National Trust places to visit.

Labour in Vain Cottage (on the left) before refurbishment and Chesil Cottage (on the right) at sunset, Dorset

Find your summer essentials 

Everything you need for sunny days, from woven bags and timeless sunglasses to hats made for every adventure.

Summer fashion, part of the 2026 spring/summer collection
Two visitors walking through the grounds of Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal with the abbey ruins in the background

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