Heelis
Heelis is the award-winning central office for the National Trust. Find out more about the building and how to get here.
Visiting Heelis
Please note that Heelis is not usually open to the general public.
About Heelis
Heelis is a remarkable example of innovative and sustainable building construction and was designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley Architects in 2005.
This architectural gem uses timber from woodlands in our care and wool from Herdwick sheep grazed on Trust farmlands to help make it a unique working environment.
Contact details
heelisreception@nationaltrust.org.uk
Address
Kemble Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 2NA
Getting here
By road
From M4 junction 16, follow signs for Outlet Centre North car park.
Parking: 100 yards, not National Trust (charges apply, including members).
By bus
Alight at Rodbourne Road (200 yards).
By train
The closest station is Swindon, less than a mile from Heelis.
On foot
From the town centre follow finger post signs through tunnel beneath the railway line to Swindon Designer Outlet.
You might also be interested in
Article
The history of the National Trust
Discover the history of the National Trust, from its foundation in the 19th century, through key projects, wartime and epidemics, to the modern day.
Article
About the National Trust today
Discover more about our legacy, people and values as a conservation charity. We protect historic places and green spaces while opening them up for everyone, for ever.
Article
How we are run
Discover how the National Trust is run, how our governance arrangements are underpinned by Acts of Parliament and how they are designed to support and challenge our staff.
Article
Executive Team
Find out more about the National Trust’s Executive Team who provide strategic and operational leadership including setting goals and overseeing performance for the long term vision of the National Trust.
Article
Council
Find out how Council members are elected and how they make sure we’re delivering on our main responsibilities and tasks.
Article
Board of Trustees
Discover who sits on the National Trust's Board of Trustees, what experience they bring to the role and how they work together to meet the Trust's purpose.