Around Plymouth

There are loads of great spaces to enjoy a family picnic at Buckland both in the gardens or on the estate. Follow the yellow route or pick a nice spot on the main lawn for the best views of the Abbey.

The Silver Washed Fritillary (Argynnis paphia) is a large and graceful butterfly found in woodland during high summer.

Summer has taken a hold of our gardens near Plymouth. Here are some places to explore this colourful season.

Find out what’s on at National Trust places in and around the Plymouth area, from trails, walks and hands on activities, take your pick for your family’s summer adventure.

There are plenty of adventures to be had at Cotehele this summer. Join us for archery, antique sword holding, pond dipping, making swords and shields, trails, milling and games as well as the adventure playground, estate and quayside to explore.

Make your walks more fun and pop in and see the car park rangers at Wembury to get a free Coast Path Explorer Trail.

How did you sleep last night? Did you have a nice quiet room to yourself? A comfy mattress? Such luxurious solitude we take for granted. Martin Papworth, National Trust archaeologist, takes a look at our houses where we glimpse an older, more communal lifestyle.

Beverley Todd, Kitchen Garden Supervisor at Knightshayes explains how every year she scours the seed catalogues for new things to grow in keeping with the spirit of Victorian innovation.

National Trust places act as striking backdrops to hundreds of outdoor performances every year. So, why does it still hold such an appeal to modern day audiences? Two renowned outdoor theatre companies shed some light on the magic.