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London
From thriving wetlands to sprawling estates, intimate spaces and modernist masterpieces. London has it all, if you know where to look.
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Top places to visit in London
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Runnymede and Ankerwycke
The birthplace of the Magna Carta. History, art and nature on the banks of the River Thames.
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Rainham Hall
An elegant Georgian House with a diverse history, peaceful garden and changing exhibitions to explore.
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Fenton House and Garden
Handsome 17th-century house with unusual collections and picturesque walled gardens
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Red House
Iconic Arts and Crafts home of William and Jane Morris and the centre of the Pre-Raphaelite circle.
Nature's Confetti: Outernet London
An immersive blossom experience
Outernet London - the most visited cultural attraction in the UK - is an immersive entertainment space housing giant floor to ceiling wraparound screens, the most advanced of their kind in the world. Enjoy the power and beauty of 'nature's confetti' as you experience the illusion of petals raining down on you from above. The experience will be live at Outernet London, Charing Cross Road (WC2H 8LH) until 28 April 2024.
Free blossom workshops at 109 Fleet Street, London
You're invited: Come and join FREE blossom workshops at 109 Fleet Street from 22-28 April. Each workshop will be run by one of our diverse mix of community groups. Enjoy crafts, pottery, poetry and zine making all inspired by blossom. Book your slot via the links below. You can drop into the pop up space too, every day between 12.30 and 2.30pm to make some blossom origami, contribute towards a collective poetry piece inspired by Simon Armitage and learn more about blossom across London. No booking needed to drop in, just come along and say hi. 109 Fleet Street, London EC4A 2AB
109 Fleet Street Blossom pop up
22 April - 28 April, 12.30-2.30pm: Drop into this pop up blossom space right in the heart of London. Contribute to a collective poetry piece inspired by Simon Armitage, print photos in Cewe's photobooth, create your very own blossom origami and learn about blossom across the capital. With thanks to London National Park City, who have kindly hosted the National Trust in their Visitors Centre throughout Blossom Week. Find out more about their work at nationalparkcity.london
109 Fleet Street Blossom Pop Up: Making herb and blossom inspired drinks with Company Drinks
Free workshop, 23 April, 2.30-5pm: Explore the benefits of connecting with the wild through seasonal herbs. Rebecca will lead an interactive session; you’ll be invited to creatively reflect on what you know; and what you understand about medicinal herbs. Everyone will create a ‘Herb Journal’, whilst being shown how to make a seasonal Fire Cider, an adaptable recipe for strength throughout the year. All levels of knowledge and experience welcome! Recommended age 8+. Click here to book.
Sold out - 109 Fleet Street Blossom Pop Up: Clay in bloom with Mudbelly
Free workshop, 24 April, 2.30-5pm: Use basic hand building techniques to make animals and plants out of clay taking inspiration from blossom. We'll embed the works with seeds creating 'seed bombs'. The participants can take their works home and plant them in pots or in the garden. This workshop is sold out.
109 Fleet Street Blossom Pop Up: Spring zine-making with FLORXL
Free workshop, 25 April, 2.30-5pm: In this workshop, using the medium of zines, (self-published DIY magazines), we’ll explore the theme ‘gardens as sanctuary’ - how plants and gardens can support us, our communities and society. Cutting up botanical magazines and using a range of prompts, we’ll start by making mini paper garden zines, before creating a collaborative A5 mini zine, which will be shared after the workshop. Click here to book.
109 Fleet Street Blossom Pop Up: Planting Poems for Spring Resurgence with Misery
Free workshop, 26 April, 2.30-5pm Participants will discuss poems that speak to the fierce, generous joy of flowers, and to blossoming as an unstoppable force. They will respond to prompts that invite them to write their own poetry and will write up their final poems on wildflower seed paper, to either plant at home, or to pass onto the space for someone else to plant. Click here to book.
109 Fleet Street Blossom Pop Up: Spring clay creations with Mud Gang
Free workshops, 27 April, 12-1pm, 1-2pm, 2-3pm, 3-4pm, 4-5pm: Mould flower blossom, have a go at pressing leaves into clay, or make a bird's nest to add to our collaborative clay sculpture. Mud Gang is a social enterprise with a focus on creating space to play with clay. Click here to book.
109 Fleet Street Blossom Pop Up: Blossom illustrations and zine making with Athene Club
Free workshop, 28 April, 2-5pm. This session will be in collaboration with artist Brie Moreno. Learn how to illustrate blossom inspired images using different media. Use your images to create a zine, using beginner binding methods. This workshop is run by a community collective of women, in celebration of the female experience. This particular session is a women-only space for women of all identities, including trans women. Click here to book.
Gardens and parks in London
Gardens and parks in London
Discover a variety of plants and interest in gardens across London, from summer roses to wintry alpine blooms and spring bulbs bursting into life.
Festival of Blossom at Morden Hall Park
Join us between Saturday 20 to Sunday 28 April and take part in free events and activities to share the joy and beauty of blossom in spring. In conjunction with local community groups, take part in free walks and workshops, enjoy music and dance performances and explore our blossom-themed exhibition in the Kiln Room.
Family adventures in London
Little People, BIG DREAMS®
From Wednesday 1 May: a brand new family trail at Osterley Park & House will celebrate some of the world's most outstanding people, using artworks from the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS® series.
Family-friendly places to visit in London
Discover the best places to explore around in and around London as a family, from historic houses like Rainham Hall to the great outdoors of Osterley Park.
Sustainable travel in London
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Sustainable travel in London
There are a number of sustainable travel options for travelling to and from the places in our care in London, whether you're looking to travel by train, tube, bus, bike or foot.
Top walks in London
Walking in London
From acres of parkland at Osterley Park to the meadows, wetlands and woodlands of Ham House, discover where to go for the best walks in London.
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Egham to Runnymede countryside circular walk
SurreyFollow this Surrey countryside trail of a circular walk between Egham and Runnymede through ancient woodlands, wetlands and wildflower meadows.
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Walking at Morden Hall Park
Follow the main paths if you’ve got little ones with bikes or scooters as they’re nice and level and easy to manage. Venture further afield to the wetlands and you might spot some of our winter visitors, little egret and snipe, wading their way through the water.
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Osterley Park and House multiuse trail
With a hard surface all the way round, this multiuse trail at Osterley Park is perfect for walkers, cyclists and wheelchair users and takes in woods and open land.
Our work in London
Our work in London
The National Trust in London aims to support a fairer London by addressing unequal access to nature, beauty and history where people live. We’re doing this by improving existing green space, protecting cherished local heritage sites and supporting people to participate with green space and heritage on their own terms. Find out more about our projects across London here.
Places to eat and shop in London
Places to eat in London
Discover some favourite tea-rooms and cafés in London and plan where to stop for a tasty treat on your next adventure
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Eating and shopping at Osterley Park
Discover where to eat and drink at Osterley Park and House. Stop for refreshments in the historic Tudor courtyard and browse the shops for gifts and pre-loved books.
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Eating and shopping at Ham House and Garden
Set in historic buildings, the Orangery Café and shop offer warm and inviting spaces to relax and treat yourself on your visit to Ham House and Garden.
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Eating and shopping at Morden Hall Park
Enjoy freshly prepared tasty snacks and cakes at a choice of two cafés and pick up the perfect read at the second-hand bookshop, all supporting the National Trust’s work.
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The Garden Centre at Morden Hall Park
Shop for plants, seeds, pots, gardening equipment, toys and games, gifts and homewares at the National Trust’s first garden centre, with all profits supporting our work.
What's on in London
What's on in London and what's coming up soon
Plan your spring days out here in London, with events and activities to suit all ages.
Upcoming events
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Beneath the surface: A hidden portrait from Stuart Scotland
Ham House and Garden, Richmond, SurreyCelebrate the return of a fascinating portrait to Ham House following eight years away on loan and in conservation. Discover more about the techniques which led to an unexpected and intriguing discovery.
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ParkPlay
Osterley Park and House, Isleworth, MiddlesexWant to get active? Join ParkPlay at Osterley every Saturday morning from 9.30am, for a play session of fun and games for all the family.
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Festival of Blossom at Morden Hall Park
Morden Hall Park, Morden, LondonCelebrate beautiful blossom and the start of spring at Morden Hall Park
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Festival of Blossom: Walk & Talk with a Ranger
Morden Hall Park, Morden, LondonCome for a guided walk with our MHP Rangers and find out all about work we’ve been up to plant blossom in the park and enjoy the best of the day's blossom. Free, drop-in.
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Festival of Blossom: Wildflower seed planting
Morden Hall Park, Morden, LondonJoin us for a green session where you can plant wildflower seeds, take home a pollinator friendly pot and see flowers grow as the sun shines. Free, drop-in.
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Bluebell Walk
Osterley Park and House, Isleworth, MiddlesexJoin our ranger for a gentle stroll around the bluebells.
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Festival of Blossom: Blossom Tai-chi
Morden Hall Park, Morden, LondonExplore the calming practice of tai-chi amongst the blossoms at Morden Hall Park. Free, drop-in.
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Free Guided History Tours on selected Sunday
Morden Hall Park, Morden, LondonJoin our knowledgeable tour guides for a leisurely stroll around Morden Hall Park, you’re sure to learn something new.