National Trust in the Midlands

We love eating in the landscaped parklands of Croome in Worcestershire, or by the lake at Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire. Get your hamper together and choose one of these spots.

From afternoon tea with all the trimmings to a simple cuppa with a great view, you're bound to find something to suit.

Calke Abbey is embarking on a project to reintroduce a rare butterfly species, the Grizzled Skipper, to the Calke Estate.

Need to get back to where you started? No problem, we've got plenty of great circular walks here in the Midlands that take you right back to where you need to be.

Alan Titchmarsh is back for a second series of Secrets of the National Trust, getting a behind-the-scenes look at some of Britain's most intriguing historic homes and gardens. Look out for some of our special places here in the midlands, from exploring the story of Calke Abbey and Mr Straw's House to getting hands dirty down on Shugborough's Park Farm. The series begins on 27 June 9pm on Channel 5, don't forget to tune in.

Enjoy the sights, smells and colours of spectacular gardens in the Midlands.

These neighbouring counties offer a wide range of experiences from small personal houses to cosy gardens and woodland habitats.

Situated in the heart of England, places in Birmingham and the West Midlands are easily accessible for all and tell their own fascinating stories of their place in history.

A medieval castle, Victorian workhouse, a 17th century country house and a 1,537 hectare (3,800 acre) park are just some of the many places you can explore when you visit these two Midlands’ counties.

In the north west of the Midlands you’ll find the stunning county of Shropshire, home to Attingham Park, one of the most visited places in the National Trust; and a wide variety of outdoor and indoor gems.

A day out in Staffordshire takes you right back to the Battle of Worcester in the 1650s and on a trip around the world, this truly is a county worth exploring.

Enjoy a wealth of experiences at the places we care for in Herefordshire. With grand houses and a tranquil riverside garden, it's the perfect county to get away from it all.

Warwickshire is full of variety for you to explore; from large houses to small dovecotes, landscaped gardens to cosy tea-rooms, making this county perfect for a family fun day out or a full weekend away.

We care for about 15,000 hectares (37,000 acres) of land within the Peak District National Park and six built places across Derbyshire for you to explore.

Worcestershire is a must visit destination, with a wide selection of places for you to choose from. From 17th-century grandeur to dramatic opens spaces, both the indoors and outdoors are well covered helping you to explore whatever the weather.

Holiday cottages, campsites and towers, all can be hired so you can have a longer break with us in the Midlands.

Find National Trust places in the Midlands to visit as part of an organised group.

This week is National Volunteers' Week, what better excuse to say a an extra special thank you to our dedicated team of volunteers? We simply wouldn't be able to look after our special places without them. From conservation volunteers, gardening, telling stories or helping in the offices everyone plays a vital role. Of course we are always looking for new volunteers to join our team.

Interested in making the most of the National Trust near you? Join your local group to enjoy special interest talks, visits, holidays and other social and fundraising events.