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Approaching the north front in winter from the drive at Chirk Castle, Wrexham.

Chirk Castle 

Chirk, Wrexham

Magnificent medieval fortress of the Welsh Marches

Partially open today
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A visitor jumps across rocks on the edge of the sea on a sunlit Durham Coast beach

Durham Coast 

Seaham, County Durham

County Durham's coastline has emerged from a polluted industrial past to become a haven for wildlife

Open today
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Daffodils growing in front of the house at Cotehele, Cornwall

Cotehele 

near Saltash, Cornwall

An atmospheric Tudor house with Medieval roots, a working mill on an historic quay, a glorious garden with valley views and an expansive estate to explore.

Partially open today
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Coronavirus update

From end of Tuesday 24 March, we closed all our car parks to further restrict the spread of coronavirus. This followed the decision to close our parks and gardens in addition to our houses, shops and cafes.

We urge people to stay local and observe social distancing. Please do not travel.

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Spring reflections at Sheffield Park, East Sussex

Coronavirus FAQs 

Unfortunately our supporter services call centre has had to close temporarily. Bear with us and we hope you'll find some of the answers to the most common questions we're receiving, and find urgent ways to contact us, in our FAQs advice.

Cherry blossom in the gardens of Sizergh, Cumbria

Blossom watch 

Blossom is one of the first signs that spring has arrived. From the pinker hues of ornamental cherries to the fluffy whites of blossoming apple trees, these delicate petals are a joyful sight that will brighten your day wherever you may be. Take time to notice one of nature’s spring highlights where you are and discover how these floral wonders support wildlife.

Celebrate the blossom season
Gull chicks, Farne Islands, Northumberland

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Join us in our 125th anniversary year and make a promise for nature. From building a bug hotel to reducing energy use, we’ve got some great promises to choose from. Together we can make a positive difference to the natural world.

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Visitors sitting beneath a Magnolia tree on the Lawn, Nymans, West Sussex, in April

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Plant survey along the coastal cliff tops of Trevose Head, Cornwall

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A sea of delicate daffodils cover areas of the main lawn at Nymans in Sussex in late April

Discover the story of daffodils 

From Wordsworth’s golden daffodils in Cumbria to the cut-flower industry in Cornwall, daffodils are woven into the stories of many National Trust places. Explore the history and fascinating stories behind our favourite spring flower, the daffodil.

Discovering daffodils