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Three visitors walking along a log in the grounds of Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire
Visitors exploring the grounds of Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Countryside and woodland

Revitalise your senses and recharge your mind in the great outdoors by exploring the wonderful hills, valleys, woodlands and rivers in our care.

Things to do in the countryside

Woodland walks 

From tree-lined avenues to ancient woodland, find a sense of calm among the trees with our pick of the best woodland and forest walks.

Visitors walking on a trail with autumn colour trees

Wild places to get away from it all 

While many of us are spending more time in our growing towns and cities, there are still wild places to escape to.

Reedbeds on Upper Lough Erne at Crom, County Fermanagh

Nature reserves 

We look after some of the UK's most important nature reserves. Visit a nature reserve near you and discover a wide range of wildlife and plantlife.

Seal lying on a shingle beach with head turned to one side, with sea in background

Where to go forest bathing 

Forest bathing's a mindfulness practice, developed in Japan, that's gained popularity in the UK. Find places to go forest bathing near you and immerse yourself in nature, using your senses to slow down the mind and relax.

Visitors lying and relaxing on specially made reclining frames, surrounded by woodland and bathed in spots of sunlight shining through the trees

Countryside and woodland near you

    Visitors exploring the sand dunes and the woodland at Formby, Liverpool

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