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Celebrating 125 years in beautiful landscapes

About the National Trust in 2020

In 2020 we're celebrating our 125th anniversary. We’re carrying on the ambition set out by our founders to care for nature, beauty and history. Here’s a reminder of what we’re here for and how the values of our founders are still at the heart of everything we do.

Hilary McGrady, Director-General of the National Trust

Hilary McGrady celebrates our anniversary

Thanks to our supporters, together we’ve helped protect and care for places of historic interest and natural beauty for generations. As we mark this milestone anniversary, our Director-General, Hilary McGrady reflects on the last 125 years and sets out our ambitions for the future.

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Watch our 125th anniversary film

'We all want quiet. We all want beauty... We all need space. Unless we have it, we cannot reach that sense of quiet in which whispers of better things come to us gently.' These are the words of our co-founder Octavia Hill and they’re as true now as they were when we were founded 125 years ago. Watch this video to discover why.

Walking for wellbeing

Going on a walk can revive us. Whether you’re exploring forests or looking over a rugged headland to the sea, spending time in nature can give you a sense of peace.

Where to see snowdrops

A cheerful sight on a woodland walk or garden stroll, snowdrops are a welcome sign that spring will soon be on its way. Find out where you can spot snowdrops near you.

Visitors enjoying the snow in the garden at Ham House, Richmond-upon-Thames

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Explore special places with National Trust membership. Your support helps to protect and maintain these places – for ever, for everyone.

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Visitors in the Long Gallery at Osterley Park and House, London

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It’s only with your support that we can look after the places that make our world a bit more special.

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Visitors taking part in Christmas baking activities at Attingham Park, Shropshire. — Get friends and family together to help organise a charity bake sale

Fundraise for us

In this special anniversary year for the Trust, we’d love you to join our 125 challenge and raise £125 for the landscapes you love. The wildlife, nature and heritage we care for is made of incredible stuff – what are you made of? Find out more and request your free fundraising pack today.

Request your kit and get fundraising

Live deathwatch beetle larvae in a book in the Long Gallery at Blickling

Read our news

Find out what’s happening at the Trust. Recent news reveals the most common pests of 2019 at our historic places, along with top tips for preventing pests in your own home.

Morris Dancers and a violinist at Barrington Court — Wassailing at Barrington Court

Join in with the annual wassail

Come and join us for a wassail to bring in a good harvest when the season comes. Learn more about how we celebrate this ancient tradition and connect with nature around you at a wassail event near you.

Find your nearest wassail