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Common terns on the Farne Islands in Northumberland
Common terns on the Farne Islands in Northumberland | © National Trust Images/Rachel Bigsby

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For more than 130 years, generations of people have helped us to look after nature, beauty and history. With your support we can continue this vital work, and preserve precious places for everyone, for ever.

Help restore land and nature

Adopt a Plot 

Nature is depleting faster in the UK than almost anywhere else in the world. Donating to Adopt a Plot is a small way you can take a big step towards restoring nature across landscapes.

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Plant a Tree 

Trees provide vital habitats for a range of wildlife and are one of the best natural defences against climate change. This is why we're aiming to plant and establish 20 million trees by 2030. Donate to Plant a Tree and make a difference.

A house nestled in a summer landscape of green hills and trees

Commemorative giving

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or remembering a loved one, a commemorative donation is a wonderful way to mark life's important moments.

In celebration gifts 

It’s the memorable moments that make us, so for life’s biggest milestones, give a gift that lasts forever, whether that’s a donation, planting a tree or a physical dedication.

A family explores the house at the Blickling Estate, Norfolk

In memory gifts 

Discover how you can make a donation to the National Trust in memory of your loved one and help us look after somewhere special for generations to come.

Visitors taking a selfie and exploring the extensive parkland with the house in the background at Lyme Park, Cheshire

Appeals

Help us care for the coast, make space for wildlife or restore historic buildings. Whatever is most important to you, discover an appeal close to your heart and help make a difference.

Woodlands Appeal 

The UK's woodlands are in decline. Trees play a vital role in nature, the climate and our own wellbeing. You can help restore woodlands for future generations by donating today and helping us protect more precious trees.

View from the ground up to the towering canopy of several tall fir trees, some with square labels on their trunks

Everyone Needs Nature Appeal 

You can help protect and restore the precious habitats and species that are in decline due to the effects of climate change. Donate to the Everyone Needs Nature Appeal today and encourage nature to flourish.

The Water Lily Festival at Sheffield Park and Garden, East Sussex

Climate Action Appeal 

Climate change is the biggest threat to people and nature but with your support, the landscapes we care for can adapt to the challenges they face. Donate today to bring back wildlife, keep rivers flowing and protect woodlands and peatlands.

The area surrounding Pentire Head Farmhouse and Pengirt, Cornwall

Information about donating

Gift Aid 

Find out how you could increase the value of every £1 you give to £1.25 if you're a taxpayer. Help us continue our charitable work by joining the Gift Aid scheme.

Cleaning the figure of Mars on the chimneypiece in the Great Hall at Ham House, Surrey with paintings in the background.

Text to donate terms and conditions 

You can now text to donate £5 to the National Trust and support the vital conservation work we do. Read the terms and conditions here.

A visitor in the gardens at Red House, London

Making a donation

Our secure online forms mean you can make a donation at any time of the day or night to help the preservation and conservation of our heritage and landscape. If you prefer, you can print out the forms and post your donation to us at National Trust Donations, Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2NA.

Fox sculpture, an emblem of the Fox family who donated Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall

How to donate an object 

Our collection continues to grow thanks to generous donors and supporters, helping us share new stories and perspectives on our historic places. Find out more about donating an object, including examples of what we're currently looking to collect.

The Huddleston Missal prayerbook, now on display at Moseley Old Hall, Staffordshire
Wood panelling undergoing conservation in the Oak Gallery at The Vyne, Hampshire

Make a donation

Our natural world and places of historic beauty are at serious risk. Please give what you can to help our essential conservation work.