Explore the South West by county

View from Ridge Cliff looking West to Golden Cap, Dorset

Find out more about Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall.

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

Gloucestershire

Cotswold landscapes, famed gardens and grand homes dating back to the Romans, discover what Gloucestershire has to offer.

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Wiltshire

World-famous gardens, villages and ancient landscapes, and some lesser-known gems can all be found in Wiltshire

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Somerset

From Tudor houses and hidden gardens to tors, gorges and natural piers, see what Somerset has to offer.

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Dorset

Home to everything from an island, ancient coasts and hidden gems to a castle and Italian palace.

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Devon

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

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Cornwall

You can find exotic gardens, ancient houses and mining history encircled by a much-loved coastline.

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