Kent

From June to August our gardens in Kent are alive with rich, vibrant colours and lush greenery at places like Ightham Mote and Emmetts Garden.

Our gardens in Kent and East Sussex have borders of roses to enjoy all summer long. Discover borders bursting full of scented blooms.

There are performances taking place throughout the summer at National Trust properties in and around Kent. From family favourites like Wind in the Willow and Alice in Wonderland to classics such as A Midsummer Night's Dream and Wuthering Heights, there’s a wide range of productions to choose from.

We talked to one of our volunteer photographers, Sam Milling, about his favourite places to photograph in Kent and East Sussex in the summer. Having grown up in East Sussex, Sam knows some of the best places to photograph in the area and has shared some of his top tips with us.

The summer's made for walking, and that's just what we'll do. There are estate routes at Chartwell, or all-ability paths around Knole Park. Whatever your walk, make sure to get out into the countryside on our trails in Kent this summer.

Shine a spotlight on the county's tucked-away treasures with our little Kentish gems. Make it a family affair at Owletts or wander a hidden garden near busy Dartford at St. John's Jerusalem.

Gain a unique insight into the extraordinary life of Sir Winston Churchill. Our exhibition presents a collection of Churchill’s own cherished possessions, many of which have not been displayed before, collected by him over the course of his lifetime.

Discover the fascinating stories waiting to be discovered in Knole’s hidden attics, now open to visitors for the first time. Find out how to book behind the scenes attic tours ...

Following a sell-out season last year, 2019 is set to be our busiest programme yet. There is so much happening, from theatre and comedy, to opera, open-air performances and children’s shows. There's something for everyone to get involved with.

Henry Middleton helps us care for extraordinary objects in unusual circumstances. A dedicated member of Scotney's Housekeeping Manual Group, he's helped create over 20,000 hand-drawn records of the Castle's unique collection.

This year, instead of giving something up, why not take up something new that makes you happy? From driving buggies to room guiding, we need special people to bring our special places to life in 2018.

Why not join your local supporter group in Kent? You can join a more active volunteers group, or come along to a centre or an association that focuses on fundraising and fun trips and tours. They help support our places like Ightham Mote, and Scotney Cast