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Chirk Castle

Chirk, Wrexham

Magnificent medieval fortress of the Welsh Marches

Cliff top view of the pale rocky cliffs and bay of Blast Beach on a sunny day, looking south.

Durham Coast

Seaham, County Durham

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

Group walking through the Cherry orchard

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.

Where can I visit?

Our gardens, parks, shops and countryside locations are open. Many houses in England and Wales are now open to visit, and indoor and outdoor seating is available at some cafés.

Advance booking for visits helps us keep everyone safe and socially distanced. When space is available, particularly on weekdays, pre-booking isn't always necessary. But to guarantee entry, please always book in advance, especially at busier times like weekends and bank holidays. Please check the property webpage before you travel and follow government guidance when you visit.

Reopening soon

Subject to confirmation from the Northern Ireland Executive, we're expecting houses, visitor centres and cafés in Northern Ireland to reopen from 24 May. We're looking forward to welcoming you back indoors soon.

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Read our latest statement update 14 May 2021 >

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Find out what's open, which places need booking and what to expect from your visit.

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Houses and treasures

Our greatest houses

One size doesn't fit all when it comes to the houses we look after. From the biggest to the smallest, the most innovative to the most scandalous, discover the amazing variety of houses in our care. These houses are all beginning to reopen.

Celebrating 125 treasures in our collections

The range and breadth of collections in our care is astonishing, including artistic masterpieces, vast tapestries and precious personal possessions. A new book – 125 Treasures from the Collections of the National Trust – shares the stories behind remarkable objects from our collections and their connections to our houses.

Spring highlights

Bluebells in woodland at Greys Court, Oxfordshire

Bluebell woods near you

Bluebell season has arrived and woodlands are alive with colour. Take a calming spring walk through a forest near you and experience an ocean of blue.

Top spring walks

As May is National Walking Month, why not discover the joys of spring on a local walk through the countryside and gardens in our care? You can also find tips on the nature and wildlife to look out for at this exciting time of year.

The Rock Garden in spring at Emmetts Garden, a National Trust property in Kent

Bring spring colour into your garden

Looking to get stuck into some spring gardening? We've got tips on planting blossom trees, a chapter on flower borders from The National Trust School of Gardening book, a video on how to grow the perfect veg, and more.

Summer's on the way

Guests enjoying the garden of a holiday cottage on the Holnicote Estate, Somerset.

Plan your 2021 break

Whether you're wanting to return to a favourite place or seek out somewhere new this summer, book a holiday getaway with us and enjoy a break that's full of the things that matter. From coastal views and family-friendly gardens to medieval castles and woodland strolls outside the front door, the choice is yours.

Cushions showing the new summer pattern for riverlands and summer throws are seen in the cupboard

Our summer collection is here

Revel in the arrival of summer by adding a vibrant and colourful twist to your home with our Riverlands collection. Bring a splash of colour and comfort to your living room, fill your home with the scents of summer or spruce up your dining experience with our kitchenware.

Runners competing in the Great North Run — Sign up for a National Trust charity place in the world's biggest half marathon

Take part in the Great North Run 2021

The Great North Run is back for 2021, taking place on 12 September. Whether you've already signed up for this year's run or you're thinking about taking part, find out how you can run for us and raise money to help look after the places you love.

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Visitors in the garden in spring at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

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Andrew Scott as Lord Merlin and supporting cast at Dyrham Park near Bath.

The Pursuit of love filming locations

Based on Nancy Mitford’s novel The Pursuit of Love, this three-part BBC drama follows Linda Radlett (Lily James) on a whirlwind quest for romance that takes her from Oxfordshire to London, and Paris to the Pyrenees. Places we care for in the South West were the ideal backdrop to her adventures. Tune in to BBC One at 9pm on Sundays to see what you can spot, or catch up on BBC iPlayer.

Cerne Abbas giant from the air — Cerne Abbas Giant from the air

Read our news

Get the latest news from around the Trust. After 12 months of scientific analysis, we can for the first time reveal the likely age of the Cerne Giant, Britain’s largest and perhaps best-known chalk hill figure.

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