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Our natural world and places of historic beauty are at serious risk. Please give what you can to help our essential conservation work.
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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.
Where will you make a difference?
Nature, wildlife and historic buildings are under threat but you can help protect what you love for future generations. Here are just some of the ways your donation can help us carry out vital conservation work at the places in our care. We can't do it without you.
Where the need is greatest
You’ve played a huge role in helping us get started on a £3.3 million project to restore the roof at Coughton Court. But there’s still so much to do – and that’s where you come in. As part of the ‘Through the Roof’ project, we’ll protect bat roosts that have been here for many years. We’ll also create a future-friendly environment by reducing the amount of water getting into the building, and using bat-safe materials to help our resident species thrive.
The Coast
Thanks to supporters like you, we’re embarking on a project to transform a former golf course into a larger habitat at Sandilands, Lincolnshire, creating a year-round nature experience for everyone.
Gardens
Since autumn 2022, you've helped us restore the garden at Prior Park, Somerset. The team has planted nearly 4,000 trees, shrubs and ferns to populate the new shrubberies and recreate the original garden. Together we’ve achieved so much, but there’s still lots to be done. And that’s why we need your help.
Nature and wildlife
At Holnicote, Somerset, 300 water voles have been reintroduced since 2019, and shortly after beavers were introduced. The beavers are doing well and have produced kits to expand the family, but we can’t stop there. Wildlife is under threat, and we need more donations to keep making a difference to nature.
Buildings and collections
With your support, the team at the Royal Oak Foundation Conservation Studio has been able to carry out conservation treatment on two portrait paintings from Knole, Kent. Painted by Sir Joshua Reynolds, one of the major European painters of the 18th century, your donations have helped preserve these important pieces of art for generations to come.
Help restore land and nature
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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 whole 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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Information about donating
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.