South West

Spring fun at Killerton — Spring fun in the daffodils

Fal Estuary from Trelissick — View of the Fal Estuary at Trelissick, Cornwall

Classic coastline, tropical gardens, iconic monuments and the great outdoors

Volunteers take part in a beach clean at Studland Bay — Join the Great Dorset Beach Clean at Studland Bay

Beach cleans across the South West

We look after miles of coastline and beaches across the South West, and rely on volunteers to help us clear the tons of litter that appears on the coast. Take a look and see if there's a beach clean near you for this weekend and beyond.

Find a beach clean

Mothers day events with the National Trust in Northern Ireland — Spend some quality time together at one of our special places

Spoil your mum this Mother's Day

Why not show your mum how special she is by treating her to a day out? Across the South West there are events and activities taking place which are perfect for spoiling her rotten.

Find an event near you

Spring gardens and flowers

The gardens are in full spring bloom at Hidcote

Spring gardens in the South West

We care for lots of gardens across the South West which are showing signs of spring. Find out the best places to get outdoors and see the flowers in bloom.

Daffodils framing the view of the house at Saltram, Devon

Top spots for daffodils in the South West

With warmer temperatures and longer days on the horizon, sunny yellow daffodils are starting to appear.

Easter in the South West

Looking for something to do in the Easter holidays? Places across the South West are full of opportunities to get outside and many have Cadbury Easter Egg Hunts.

Plan an Easter day out

Reading and drawing

A young girl picks up a second hand book to read

Five second-hand bookshops to visit in the South West

We’re shining a light on some of our favourite second-hand bookshops you’ll find tucked away at South West places.

A view of the coastline from the summit of Golden Cap, Dorset, at dawn

The power of books and the English landscape

Archaeologist Martin Papworth reflects on the beauty of the English countryside as portrayed in literature.

Visitor sketching one of our special places

Drawing inspiration

Wherever you live in the South West, find somewhere near to inspire your creativity

Spring bulbs flowering at Tyntesfield — Energised by the signs of spring at Tyntesfield, Somerset

Find a place to visit

Discover somewhere to visit using our search. In the South West you're never far from somewhere to explore.

Find a place to visit

Walkers enjoy Killerton's garden in spring — Wander around the spring garden at Killerton

Spring walks by county

The outdoors begins to transform in the spring as colour returns to the landscape and the temperature starts to warm up. It's a great time of year for getting outdoors and exploring on foot.

Read the list

A group on a tour along the Tin Coast — Tin Coast

People's Landscapes in the South West

This year, the National Trust is launching People’s Landscapes, a series of events and activities that will explore landscapes where people came together to seek dramatic social change.

View People's Landscapes in the South West

Explore the South West by county

Know what county you're looking for? These are our county pages, packed with ideas and inspiration for what to do in the South West.

Morning view over the Plym Estuary running through Saltram Park

Explore the South West by area or city

Discover what you can do on Exmoor, Dartmoor and the Jurassic Coast, what you'll find in the Cotswolds and the English Riviera, and what you can do around Bath & Bristol, Plymouth and Exeter.