South West

Here's our pick of the most tranquil, exciting and inspiring gardens in the South West to visit this summer. Make the most of warm sunny days and enjoy the scent of garden flowers as the summer haze descends on the places we look after.

Explore the diverse landscape of the South West on foot. Here's a selection of great walks by county, taking in coastline, hillforts, woodland and countryside across the region.

Check out the places to explore as a family in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire this summer.

Visit historic houses, castles and cottages in the South West.

From Shakespeare on stage to jazz on the lawn and Oscar-winning movies on the silver screen, join the outdoor theatre, music and film events at some of the most spectacular places we look after.

Discover the best things to do in Cornwall; from visiting exotic gardens or ancient houses, to exploring the mining history, all encircled by a much-loved coastline.

Journey from wild coasts, moorland and curious historic houses to lush gardens and beaches.

Everything from an island, ancient coasts and hidden gems to a castle, cottages and an Italian inspired palace, there are plenty of things to do in Dorset, so start planning your day out.

Cotswold landscapes, famed gardens and grand homes dating back to the Romans. Plan your day out in Gloucestershire and find lots of options and things to do in the area.

From Tudor houses and hidden gardens to tors, gorges and natural piers, there is lots to discover in Somerset.

Wiltshire is home to world-famous gardens, villages and ancient landscapes. There is some lesser-known gems to discover too.

We look forward to welcoming you to the coast and countryside around the South West. We care for beautiful countryside, from Cornwall's sandy beaches to Dorset's heathland, and you can help us to keep them safe and enjoyable by following a few simple guidelines during your visit and observing the Countryside Code.

No overnight camping or parking is allowed at the places we care for. More information on why we don’t permit visitors to stay overnight at our car parks can be found here.

With more people than ever enjoying our coast and countryside places, we’re asking for your help in looking after them during your visit. Please help us protect wildlife and landscapes by following the Countryside Code, which includes taking any litter home with you and not lighting a barbecue or campfire.