Days out

Get outdoors and enjoy the winter countryside with one of these great walks. There are lots of scenic mountains, invigorating coastal paths, and beautiful gardens to enjoy. Discover a new landscape.

Some of the winter illuminations at the places in our care continue into the new year. See your favourite places transformed with colours and illuminations when you step into a winter wonderland at a light display near you.

Percy the Park Keeper needs your help this winter. Join Percy and his animal friends on a fun family activity trail at many of the places in our care this January and give nature a helping hand.

With jewel-bright berries, bursts of winter flowers and frosted seed heads galore, what will you discover first in the beautiful winter gardens we look after?

Wrap up warm and head outside in search of winter wildlife. From starling murmurations to red squirrels, there's a surprising amount to see. We've got some top tips to get you started.

We host art exhibitions at some of the places in our care. Take a look at our guide to discover what's on, including a glimpse into the decorative techniques used at Newton House, Dinefwr, Wales and extraordinary images of galaxies, aurorae and skyscapes in Astronomy Photographer of the Year at Lacock, Wiltshire. Plus, find out what’s coming soon in 2022.

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.