National Trust Surf Ambassadors at Godrevy, Cornwall.

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Visitors chatting to the gardener in the garden at Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Worcestershire

Who are we? 

Meet some of the people that work to help protect and look after special places. We are a charity and your money goes directly towards keeping places special for ever, for everyone.

How we're helping

Endangered water voles are returning to Malham Tarn

Helping wildlife to survive 

Once common wildlife like water voles and cuckoos are now rare and under threat. Our rangers are working with farmers to create nature habitats and help struggling birds, butterflies and wildflowers.

Lucy laughs with her friends at Morden Hall Park

Connecting with special places 

Whether it's a place to meet friends and family, get in touch with nature or even bring back memories from the past, special places help bring people together. Hear from other supporters as they share their connection with places close to their hearts.

The BMW 3i electric car

Seeking a greener future 

Greener transport options are an important part of a sustainable future. Find out how we're working with electric car manufacturer BMW i to grow the charging network and discover how the BMW i is inspired by nature.

Making mud pies at Countryfile Live

BBC Countryfile Live is back 

From 2-5 August BBC Countryfile Live returns to Blenheim Palace and you can find us at the heart of the celebrations. From special guests discussing the hot topics in countryside care, to mouth-watering cookery demonstrations and family adventures in the 50 things woodland play area, the action packed schedule will leave you spoiled for choice.

Explore the National Trust Acre
Family taking part in a beach clean

Pitch in with a beach clean 

From the gentle crashing of waves to the sand tickling your toes, there's something restorative about time spent on the beach. If you love nothing more than a day out by the ocean, why not join the rubbish revolution and help turn the tide on beach litter this summer?

Find a beach clean near you
Measures resulting from drone-based conservation project will protect skylarks

A bird's eye view of conservation 

Photos taken by RAF planes and drones build a compelling case for further action to be taken to protect nature and wildlife at Rodborough Common. Find out how this groundbreaking conservation project will help skylarks, butterflies and beetles.

Hare eating grass, Orford Ness

Summer wildlife spotting 

Warmer days are the perfect excuse to get outdoors, especially when there's lots of summer wildlife to spot as well. From seabirds to baby deer, there are plenty of highlights to look out for this summer.

Walk among nature
a nightingale singing at croome

Wildlife success stories 

Thanks to your support, nature and wildlife is thriving. Discover how you're helping to protect and maintain the good health of the land we look after and the animals that call it home.

Three puffins on rocks on Inner Farne Island.

Counting the Farne Island puffins 

Every five years, the Farne Island rangers set out in search of footprints, tracking puffins to their burrows to count the island's population. Find out how keeping count can help protect one of the nation's favourite seabirds.

Kayaking in the sea off Middle Beach, Studland, Dorset

50 things summertime challenges 

Rivers are waiting to be explored, trees long to be climbed and shooting stars sparkle just out of sight. Why not head out on an adventure and see which of your favourite 50 things challenges you can complete this summer?

Adventure is waiting
Marine litter on a beach

Phasing out single use plastics 

We're committed to creating safe and healthy places for nature and wildlife to thrive. To help us safeguard nature for the future, we're phasing out single use plastics at our places. Find out how we're kicking the plastic habit.