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Treasured gardens to brighten your day

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Things to do over the summer holidays wherever you are

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Remarkable collections

Protecting our rich heritage

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Chirk Castle

Chirk, Wrexham

Magnificent medieval fortress of the Welsh Marches

Cliff top view of the pale rocky cliffs and bay of Blast Beach on a sunny day, looking south.

Durham Coast

Seaham, County Durham

County Durham's coastline has evolved from its industrial past to become a haven for wildlife

Cotehele

near Saltash, Cornwall

An atmospheric Tudor house with Medieval roots, a working mill on a historic quay, a glorious garden with valley views and an expansive estate to explore.

Visiting and booking information

Find out what's open, which places need booking and what to expect from your visit.

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Top spots for summer wildlife

A warm day is the perfect excuse to get out in nature. From seabirds to baby deer, there's plenty of wildlife to look out for near you or at the places in our care this summer.

Explore the greatest houses

One size doesn't fit all when it comes to the houses in our care. Discover the biggest, the smallest, the most innovative and the most scandalous properties we look after.

Best places to kayak and canoe

We care for many places with seas, rivers and lakes that you can explore by kayak or canoe. Here's our guide to some of the best spots for an adventure on the water.

Mother and son looking at Beatrix Potter artwork in the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead — Get up close to Beatrix Potter's original watercolour illustrations at the Beatrix Potter Gallery.

Take a look at our guide to art exhibitions at some of the places in our care, including the largest known painting by Constable at Anglesey Abbey, Anglo-Saxon gold and silver objects at Sutton Hoo and the evolution of fashion at Killerton.

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Visitors at the beach at Robin Hood's Bay

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Recipes for National Allotments Week

National Allotments Week, between 8 and 14 August, helps to raise awareness of allotments and how to help people to live healthier lifestyles by growing their own food. Discover seasonal recipes and learn which fruit and vegetables you can grow and harvest throughout the year.

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The Orangery Terrace at Powis Castle, Welshpool

A history of glasshouses, orangeries and potting sheds

From the 17th-century Orangery at Powis Castle in Welshpool to the 1920s greenhouse at Mr Straw's House in Nottinghamshire, the desire to grow plants all year round is an integral part of our horticultural history. Uncover the fascinating stories of these garden structures at the places we look after.

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The open plan living and dining room at Porth Mear Barn, Cornwall

New holiday cottages

Fancy a break? Find inspiration for your next holiday by taking a look at our places to stay, including luxury getaways and eco-friendly visits.

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Children playing outdoors in the Original Den Kit

It’s playtime

Summer days are meant for playing. Little adventurers will love our range of toys and games, from classics like Jenga to den-building kits.

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Fire at Zennor Head, Cornwall in July 2022

Read our news

Get the latest news from around the Trust. After the recent heatwave and driest July on record, we've seen impacts at the landscapes and gardens in our care. These exceptional conditions are a reminder of how important it is to cut emissions and adapt. To plan for change, we’re restoring landscapes to ensure they’re richer in wildlife, and we're working to make gardens and buildings more resilient to rising temperatures.