Supporter groups

Interested in making the most of the National Trust near you? Join your local supporter group to enjoy special interest talks, visits, holidays and other social and fundraising events or hands-on conservation activities

Volunteers on the terrace at Powis Castle, Powys

Experience the fresh air, hidden depths, and new views of the Trust while helping to conserve our heritage for ever, for everyone, by joining a local supporter group. You can meet like-minded people, enjoy lots of different social activities and get active with hands-on volunteering. As a member of a group, you’ll be helping us to share our special places. Supporter groups play a vital role in bringing our places to life and opening them up for everyone to enjoy.

Join a NT Social group

Getting together with other Trust enthusiasts, members and volunteer card holders who feel passionate about the same things is priceless. Sharing unique experiences and finding out more about the places you care about is what being part of a local National Trust Centre or Association is all about. From listening to expert talks and going on behind-the-scenes tours to taking relaxing holidays, you’ll be part of something amazing. Our Centres and Associations promote our work within their local area and raise money for conservation and development projects through all kinds of events.

Supporter group stories

A group of people listening to a guide

Supporter groups in the East of England 

Join a supporter group and meet with other National Trust members and volunteers who feel passionate about the same things you do.

A group enjoying a day out at Packwood

Supporter groups in the Midlands 

Interested in making the most of the National Trust near you? Join your local group to enjoy special interest talks, visits, holidays and other social and fundraising events.

A group of volunteers having a break

Supporter groups in the North 

Make more of your membership by joining your local supporter group in the North for talks, tours, and social and fundraising events.

Child at Mussenden Temple on the Downhill Demesne, County Londonderry

Supporter Groups in Northern Ireland 

Make the most of your membership - get involved and enjoy a deeper and more rewarding experience with us.

Staff and volunteer in the garden at Rainham Hall, Havering, London

Supporter groups in London and the South East 

Why not join your local supporter group in London and the South East? It's a great way to meet people and to enjoy special talks, visits, holidays and other social and fundraising events.

A group walk between green hedges at Saltram

Supporter Groups in the South West 

These friendly and welcoming groups give you the opportunity to enjoy special interest talks, visits, holidays and other social activities while supporting the National Trust.

A group of volunteers off to begin their important work

Join a supporter group in Wales 

Join your local National Trust supporter group where you can meet other like-minded people and enjoy special interest talks, visits, holidays and other social and fundraising events.

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Become a 'Friend' of our places

Imagine getting to see what really goes on behind-the-scenes at your favourite Trust place – understanding the history and the stories that make it what it is – not to mention ensuring its healthy future. As a part of a property group, you’ll have a unique relationship with the place which is most special to you. You can get involved with their volunteering team, learn about conservation, organise events and fundraising and work on ideas for the future. It’s very sociable and incredibly rewarding.

Be part of a National Trust volunteer group

If you can see yourself in the great outdoors (or sometimes the great indoors), building, creating and conserving – this could just be the perfect choice for you. As part of a group, you’ll help conserve our special places – both locally and further afield. You might be constructing a footpath, building a fence or helping to restore natural habitats on the coast, but whatever you’re doing, you’ll be in the company of a great bunch of people.

Group looking around room

Supporter group directory 

Download our directory PDF to find out more about supporter groups near you. In the directory, you'll find supporter group membership enquiry contact details and links to supporter group web pages for further information.

Find your local supporter group
Guided tour in the chapel of St Cuthbert's at Farne Islands, Northumberland

Meet our volunteers 

Get to know the volunteers that give up their time to care for our places in this round-up of our volunteer articles and profiles.

Read their stories