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The front garden at Millbeck Towers with outdoor dining area and expansive views towards the fells around Derwentwater, Cumbria
The front garden at Millbeck Towers with views towards the fells around Derwentwater, Cumbria | © National Trust/Mike Henton

Destinations

From the golden coast of Cornwall, to the heather-covered moors of Yorkshire, find a holiday in iconic locations across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Top destinations

Cornwall 

For craggy coves, traditional fishing villages and aquamarine waters, visit Cornwall.

View of harbour from the beach at Million Cove, Cornwall

The Lake District 

Stay in the Lake District for mountains, lakes and literary history. Whether you'd like a cosy cottage to come back to after a day's walking, a place near all the attractions the Lakes have to offer

View of boats on Derwent Water on a sunny day

Wales 

Where history and adventure meet, from castles and captivating coastlines to mountains and waterfalls.

The area surrounding Craflwyn Hall, Gwynedd

Yorkshire 

Explore the wild and rugged coast and the rolling, natural beauty of the Dales when you stay in Yorkshire.

An autumnal afternoon stood in North Moor looking at Mushroom Rocks

Dorset 

Find coast and countryside in Dorset. Follow in the footsteps of Jurassic giants and ramble around the rolling hills.

An Agglestone Rock on the beach at sunset at Studland Bay, Dorset

Devon 

Rugged coastline and the South West Coast Path meets traditional English countryside, Dartmoor and Exmoor in Devon. You can find waterfalls, historic estates, seaside fun and subtropical gardens on your stay.

Combe Martin bay and beach, near West Challacombe Manor and Cottage, Devon

The Peak District and Derbyshire 

The Peak District and Derbyshire are a haven for rocky gorges and rolling hills, country houses and spa towns.

View from the top of Kinder Downfall in the Peak District, Derbyshire

Norfolk 

Norfolk has unspoilt sandy beaches, vast heathlands, and many places to visit. It's a region rich in wildlife, and you could take a boat trip to see England's largest grey seal colony.

Sunset over Brancaster Estate

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Suffolk 

Stay in Suffolk for landscapes that have inspired great artists, and wildlife at the Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Sunrise over the sea at Dunwich Heath in Suffolk

Somerset and Wiltshire 

In Wiltshire and Somerset, you'll discover wetlands and wilderness, caves and caverns, and Britain's oldest inhabited sites.

West Kennet Avenue at Avebury, Wiltshire

Northumberland and the North East 

In Northumberland, you'll find landscapes famed for castles, battlefields and beautiful coastlines. Experience the unrivalled scenery of England's northernmost county when you visit.

Puffins on the Farne Islands, Northumberland

The Cotswolds and Gloucestershire 

In the Cotswolds, you'll find honey-coloured villages and rolling hills for countryside rambles.

Arlington Row, Gloucestershire

Northern Ireland 

From loughs and lush-green landscapes to legends of giants. Discover the northern reaches of the Emerald Isle.

Surroundings, Carrick-a-Rede Cottage, Northern Ireland

Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire 

Discover legends in the landscape, aviation heritage and miles of quiet, unspoilt coastline in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.

Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire, on a sunny day

Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire 

For rolling hills, riverside meadows and mature woodland, find a holiday cottage in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire.

A view along the River Thames in Buckinghamshire with Spring Cottage in the background

Shropshire and Staffordshire 

For rolling hills, riverside meadows and mature woodland, find a holiday cottage in Shropshire and Staffordshire.

The Burway and Bodbury Hill at Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd, Shropshire

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Herefordshire and Worcestershire 

In Herefordshire and Worcestershire, you'll find the famed Capability Brown-landscaped parklands and the Malvern Hills.

Hop Kiln Mews and the neighbouring cottages, Hop Kiln Cart Barn, Hop Kiln Farmhouse and Kiln Barn, Herefordshire

Isle of Wight 

The Isle of Wight is known for its stark chalky cliffs, secluded beaches and a rich dinosaur heritage. Explore the Needles Headland and Tennyson Down for dramatic sea views.

The landslip at Redcliff above sandy Yaverland beach on a calm autumn afternoon

Cheshire 

Stay in Cheshire for great houses and glorious gardens, moorland landscapes and medieval deer parks, and a trip to vibrant Manchester.

Deer in the grounds of Lyme Park, House and Garden, Cheshire

Kent, Surrey and Sussex 

Stay in Kent, Surrey and Sussex for the hazy meadows of the South Downs, never-ending coastal paths and war time history.

View from the clifftop at The White Cliffs of Dover, Kent with blue sky, light clouds and the port of Dover in the background

What's new 

Every year we restore and refurbish holiday cottages, bothies and bunkhouses and campsites across England, Wales and Northern Ireland for you to enjoy on a National Trust holiday. Here you'll find our recent additions.

The front of Castle Ward Gamekeeper's Lodge, County Down

Cambridgeshire 

Stay in Cambridgeshire for fenland landscapes, a myriad of waterways and cycle paths, and a prestigious scholarly history.

Canoeing from Waterclose Meadows Campsite on the River Ouse, Cambridgeshire

Leicestershire and Northamptonshire 

Find historic cathedrals, charming villages, bustling market towns and waterways in Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.

The grounds at Lyveden, Northamptonshire

Staycation ideas for your next holiday 

With so many stunning UK destinations, create unique and memorable holiday moments in a world of natural beauty, history and adventure – right on your doorstep.

A woman and a man with a baby carrier looking out over the Jurassic Coast from Golden Cap in Dorset, on a bright summer's day
The first double bedroom at The Slipway, Croyde, Devon

Plan your holiday

Inspired to book or would like to find out more? Take a look at our full collection of bothies, bunkhouses, cottages and campsites to find your next getaway.