In and around Herefordshire

Brockhampton manor house and moat with two visitors in front of moat and tall trees behind — See what you can discover at Brockhampton

The ancient trees in summer at Croft Castle in Herefordshire — Stroll through the ancient trees at Croft Castle

Flowers and borders in bloom in summer at Croft Castle in Herefordshire — The borders are bursting with summer colour

With open countryside, formal parkland, castles and manor houses, Herefordshire has it all.

Places to visit

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View of Hardwick Hall in the Summer | National Trust / Claire Hill

Where you can visit

We're starting to reopen some National Trust gardens and parks, as well as car parks, in line with government guidance. You will need to book your visit in advance. We'll be opening new places when we can, so check back each week.

Find out what to expect and how to book

To enjoy at home

Cakes to bake at home

As we all find ourselves at home more, what better way to keep ourselves smiling than the smell and taste of homemade cakes? Here are eight recipes for you to try, let us know how you get on. #NTMidlands

Outdoor fun

50 things to do before you're 11¾ is a great list of outdoor activities for all ages to enjoy. Some might take a little imagination to complete while we're all at home, but we bet you can give them a go.

Midlands wildlife spotter guides

Download these free wildlife spotter sheets to see what butterflies and birds you can see in your gardens this spring and later in the year dragonflies & damselflies too.

Purple sweet pea in front of the Head Gardener's house at Shugborough

Photographing spring colour in the Midlands

As the months are getting warmer, bright colours are finally starting to emerge. Volunteer photographer Christine Novelli Harding has some top tips to teach you how to capture the perfect spring shots.

Spring birds in the Midlands

As spring comes around the places we care for come alive with the sounds of birdlife.

Winter cleaning at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire

Top collections in the Midlands

If you're missing being able to visit our collections you can explore some of the highlights online