Yorkshire

A World Heritage Site just waiting to be explored. The ancient abbey ruins echo with centuries-old stories. Follow paths to find the awe-inspiring Georgian water garden, with mirror-like ponds, statues and follies.

A place of reinvention. The view of the hall as you turn on to the long drive evokes images of an intriguing past. Wander through eight acres of formal gardens, amongst herbaceous borders and a walled kitchen garden.

An 18th-century architectural masterpiece. Nostell's parkland and gardens stretch over 300 acres, taking in wildlflower meadows, lakes and woodland.

South Yorkshire’s only Grade I registered landscape, with acres of parkland and gardens to explore. There are surprises along every avenue, including a castle that is not what it seems.

A picturesque Yorkshire manor house nestled on the quiet banks of the River Rye. Explore the organic walled garden bursting with colour including snake's head fritillary, camassias and blossom.

A green oasis nestled in Middlesbrough. This classic Georgian mansion is surrounded by 250 acres of parkland, which offer year round seasonal walks with a colourful Victorian formal garden.

Explore the gardens of this hidden oasis on the edge of Keighley. Once a thriving farming estate, the gardens can be enjoyed all year round with seasonal spring highlights including the scented herb border.

Hardcastle Crags is a special place to explore. Pull on your wellies or walking boots to enjoy a spring walk - you might even spot a shy roe deer or two. There are many footpaths that criss-cross the valley, and at its heart, you'll find Gibson Mill - a former cotton mill that's now home to our takeaway café and second hand bookshop.

Formed over 320 million years ago in the last ice Age, the weird and wonderful shapes of Brimham Rocks are just waiting to be explored. See if you can spot the the Gorilla, the Eagle and the Turtle, whilst the more nimble can crawl through the Smartie Tube and balance on the Rocking Stones.

Tucked behind York Minster, Treasurer’s House is not as it first appears. Book your place on an exclusive tour to hear about Frank Green’s life and find out how he saved Treasurer’s House and changed it into the grand show home we see today.

Discover one of Ryedale's true gems - the 18th-century landscape of Rievaulx Terrace. Stroll through woods, then out on to the terrace, with its stunning views down over the Cistercian ruin of Rievaulx Abbey.

Explore the five acres of garden rooms of the former Terry family home, close to the former Terry's of York chocolate factory, see formal areas of lawn, ponds and herbaceous borders, wildlife areas and glasshouse. Soak up the sunshine on the terrace or on a garden bench enjoying the view with a takeaway tea, coffee and cake.

Whether you fancy a gentle stroll or refreshing hike, there are lots of different walking routes across Yorkshire to suite all abilities. Wander through summer landscapes and enjoy far-reaching views along the way.

If you're looking for gardens to walk through in Yorkshire, there's plenty to chose from. Explore grand floral gardens, an intimate city centre haven or discover formal beds and wildflowers.

Head off on new family adventures in Yorkshire this summer. Go exploring at Fountains Abbey, make mud pies at East Riddlesden Hall and discover the wilderness play area at Beningbrough Hall.

During the 18th-century John Aislabie had great plans to impress visitors to his Yorkshire estate and so turned the surrounding woods and valleys into the Georgian water gardens we see today.

As you walk around this impressive landscape, you’re looking at centuries of drama and politics. But how do monuments, statues and buildings help us truly understand the history of this place?

From a time before the Italian inspired hall through to the time RAF crews sought sanctuary. The Beningbrough estate has a past as varied and changeable as the people who lived here.

Discover more about the work we do.

Following a successful bid for funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the National Trust and Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are now in the delivery phase of the Skell Valley Project. The £2.5 million scheme will start later in 2021 and run to 2024.

Gibson Mill at Hardcastle Crags is completely off the grid. Find out how we manage our renewable energy and our plans for future green technologies.