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Our media centre provides the latest National Trust news, statements and supporting content for journalists.

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Puffins back on the Farne Islands

Puffins return to breed on the Farne Islands in strong numbers 

Puffins have returned to the Farne Islands off the Northumberland coast, cared for by the National Trust, for the start of the breeding season.

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Latest statement on reopening and coronavirus (COVID-19) 

The National Trust's latest statement on reopening and coronavirus (COVID-19) can be found here:

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Stay local and explore the outdoors near you this bank holiday weekend, urges National Trust 

The National Trust is urging people across England to stay close to home and explore local green spaces and countryside this weekend, as part of the collective effort to make easing of the lockdown work.

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‘Emboldened wildlife’ reported by National Trust during human lockdown 

Eight weeks since the National Trust closed its properties to restrict the spread of coronavirus, wildlife seems to be enjoying its unusually empty gardens and estates.

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For general media information, please contact our national press office on 0344 800 4955. For any urgent media calls out of hours please call 07483 178 056.

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