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Ideas for days out

Walks inspired by myths and legends 

Uncover tales of treasure guarded by dragons and mischievous imps that lead travellers astray. Go on a walk chosen for its links to local myths and legends.

A coastline of geometrically shaped rocks with waves crashing against them

Best places to go cycling 

Discover some of the best cycle routes through woodland, countryside and along the coast. Explore family-friendly cycling paths and our top picks of the best mountain biking trails.

A visitor cycling using an adapted bike on a woodland trail at Lanhydrock. They cycle towards the camera on a curved trail that goes between tall trees with the woodland floor covered in dried leaves and moss.

Places with a royal story to tell 

Bring history to life and discover some of the best royal connections to the places we look after, from a warrior king and ghost queen to traitors of the crown.

A family with small children talking to a volunteer room guide in Central Hall at Mount Stewart, with its stone floor, statues and chandelier visible

Best walks with dog-friendly cafés 

Rest and refuel after getting out in nature with your dog. Here's a selection of the best walks with dog-friendly cafés at places we look after.

A small white dog sat at a café table

Start your journey of discovery

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

Our guide to identifying birdsong 

There are more than 600 known bird species in the UK and their calls are an important clue when bird spotting. Listen to our selection of distinctive birdsongs to get you started.

Skylark at Lyme Park, Cheshire in June

Interior design through the ages 

As fashions change over the eras, so do our homes. Explore the history of British interior design and learn about the centuries of design innovation at the places we care for.

The Library at Coleton Fishacre, Devon

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.

A white-clawed crayfish at Wallington, Northumberland

Sky Gardening Challenge 2026 

Sign up to the Sky Gardening Challenge 2026 and turn the outside space of your flat or apartment into something special.

Image of a balcony from Sky Gardening Challenge 2024 Pilot. Drone shot from above, balcony with lots of plants on it.

In the news

Puffin-cam goes live on the Farne Islands 

Our cameras have begun filming thousands of seabirds returning to the Farne Islands to breed. Watch puffins and guillemots live on the webcam and find out how you can help the seabirds, who have been under threat from bird flu and winter storms.

Puffin emerging from nest hole, Farne Islands, Northumberland

Holidays and shopping

Looking for a June break? 

Seize the chance for an early summer escape with a stay at one of our self-catering cottages. Whether you're looking for coastal walks, cobbled lanes or even a city break, we've got a place for you.

Port Isaac and its beach, Cornwall

Bring the outside in 

Brighten up your home with our interiors range. Browse cushions, throws, blankets and scented candles in designs that celebrate British craft and culture.

Floral cushions and throws, 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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