Admire the fruit and vegetables in Chastleton's gardens as they reach their peak in September or see stunning bedding displays on the parterre at Waddesdon Manor.
Volunteers help re-chalk the 3,000 year old chalk figure twice a year at White Horse Hill. 'It's a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to get involved in some hands-on conservation work to preserve the White Horse and we couldn't do it without them,' says National Trust Ranger Andy Foley. The next event is August bank holiday weekend (booking essential).
There's lots of places to explore at Buscot and Coleshill in every season. Uncover Second World War secrets and potter around picture perfect villages.
Nuffield Place reveals the surprisingly down-to-earth lives of Lord Nuffield, founder of the Morris Motor Company, and his wife. Their home and personal possessions are just as they left them, the decor and furnishings intact.
Visitors in the landscape gardens at Stowe, BuckinghamshireNational Trust Images / John Millar
There are loads of friendly National Trust supporter groups in the Thames Valley. They help support our places like Stowe, Hughenden and Greys Court by volunteering and fundraising. They also get together for fun days out, holidays and lectures.
