Around Bath & Bristol

Situated near Bath, this ancient parkland is full of magnificent trees and view points with extensive vistas that stretch as far as the Welsh mountains. The garden is home to sumptuous planting, formal areas and peaceful wooded terraces.

A beautiful and intimate 18th-century landscape garden in Bath, undergoing a major restoration on its historic dams. Set in a sweeping valley above Bath, it's a place of magnificent views and lawns to relax on, with one of only four Palladian bridges in the world.

Extensive garden and parkland, just a stone's throw from Bristol. Flower filled terraces, an empty lake, woodland, champion trees and the kitchen garden balance faded beauty and function with an abundance of nature.

Arts and Crafts-inspired garden with intricately designed outdoor spaces in the rolling Cotswold hills. Explore the maze of narrow paved pathways and discover secret gardens, delightful vistas and colourful planting.

Tudor hunting lodge set proudly in an estate on top of the Cotswold escarpment, looking down into the Ozleworth valley and to the Mendips beyond.

The garden of this Cotswold manor house is the perfect place to unwind and explore hidden vistas, quiet corners and unexpected delights.

A rare and beautiful survivor, explore the canals in this Dutch water garden near Gloucester; the only restored one in the country.

Romantic Arts and Crafts garden near Melksham with terraces, topiary houses, gazebo, lily pond, roses and views across the spring-fed fishpond.

Lacock Abbey, a quirky country house built upon the foundations of a former nunnery, located within its own woodland grounds at the heart of a Wiltshire village.

World-famous landscape garden with magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees.

Charming English country garden full of variety, with peaceful water gardens, herbaceous borders, organically shaped topiary and an imaginative use of colour and planting.

The world's largest prehistoric stone circle partially encompassing a pretty village. The National Trust shop and restaurant are open.

Find out which other gardens and outdoor spaces we care for in the South West are open by county, and how to book to visit.

Stuck for something to do on a rainy day, or looking for houses to explore for a dose of history? In the South West, we're reopening the buildings you love, safely and in line with government advice.

Escape the city this autumn for days filled with fresh air, crunching leaves underfoot, and colourful flower borders in the gardens we care for around Bath and Bristol.

There are lots of places to enjoy a picnic around Bath and Bristol, out in the countryside, under tree in a garden or at one of the many picnic areas. Picnics aren't just for summer: as the seasons change, there are still plenty of chances to roll out the picnic blanket in beautiful places we care for.

There are many walks near Bristol and Bath which will take you out to hidden places, scenic corners and peaceful viewpoints. Here a few ideas to start you off.

A new magical, after-dark, illuminated trail filled with festive fun.

This December experience Ignite - a brand new after-dark experience in the garden and parkland at Kingston Lacy. Produced for the first time in partnership with Sony Music, this new illuminated trail offers moments of reflection and playful discovery that create an enchanting landscape filled with wonder.

Blackberries can be spotted throughout the South West in autumn. Here's a few ideas of walks where you can pick as you go, to get you started.

Make the most of seasonal food with these recipes which celebrate the best of autumn produce. In the South West we care for acres of ancient orchards, so apples feature heavily in our recipes, as do foragable berries and other seasonal favourites.

Every year we usually run a programme of events celebrating the orchards and apple harvest across the South West. Due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis we are unable to host our usual apple festivals in the orchards we care for this year. However at Cotehele we have moved lots of great content online so you can enjoy the festivities and continue to the celebrate the orchards from your home.

Looking for some inspiration for your next walk? Here's the nine most popular National Trust walks in the South West at the moment. Please follow social distancing measures, and don't forget to check the property home pages before you set out for your walk, for up to date opening details and see if you need to book.

We’re doing everything we can to make space for nature in the countryside, thanks to your support. Find out about the projects that are taking place in the South West to create space for nature.

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.

Learn something new about Cornish mining with our top ten surprising facts.