Days out

Take a stroll through one of the many rose gardens coming into bloom this summer. There are hundreds of varieties to discover, so you're sure to find at least one you love. Perhaps even pick up some hints and tips for growing roses at home.

From Shakespeare on stage to jazz on the lawn and Oscar-winning movies on the silver screen, join the outdoor theatre, music and film events at some of the most spectacular places we look after.

Victorian plant collectors, arrays of blooms from across the world and Arts and Crafts masterpieces. Read the colourful stories of the most famous gardens we care for – you might discover your new favourite place.

One size doesn't fit all when it comes to the greatest houses in history. From the biggest to the smallest, the most innovative to the most scandalous, open the door to the past and discover the secrets and stories hidden behind.

Hear from our gardeners and get lots of gardening inspiration and ideas to make the most of your outdoor space, including their top tips to help you look after your garden through the summer season.

There's lots to do outdoors and indoors, come rain or shine. Why not download one of our many activity sheets and start your family adventure, or try a tasty recipe? Every season brings new things to see and do – explore our garden shed of fun for some great days in nature.

Discover which of our places have starred on the silver screen or played a key role as TV locations in dramas such as recent hits like The Secret Garden and Bridgerton to classics like Poldark and Game of Thrones.

Did you know that we produce podcasts? You can download episodes for free on a variety of subjects, from the stories behind our gardens, collections and outdoor places, to the houses that helped shape and influence the work of great writers.