Three visitors walking along a log in the grounds of Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire — Visitors exploring the grounds of Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Countryside and woodland

Revitalise your senses and recharge your mind in the great outdoors by exploring the wonderful hills, valleys, woodlands and rivers in our care.

Tall white waterfall dropping almost vertically through the middle of green trees, feeding into a calm, reflective pool

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Top waterfalls to visit

Many of the places we look after in England, Northern Ireland and Wales have waterfalls. Find the best ones to visit and experience the invigorating power of nature.

Reedbeds on Upper Lough Erne at Crom, County Fermanagh

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Wild places to get away from it all

Despite our increasingly urbanised lives, there are still wild places in the UK to escape to. Why not visit one of the many areas of outstanding natural beauty that we look after?

Visitor enjoying a peaceful moment at Colby Woodland Garden, Pembrokeshire

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Where to go forest bathing

Forest bathing is a mindfulness practice developed in Japan that's gained popularity in the UK. It involves being immersed in nature and using sight, smell and touch to slow down the mind and relax.

Seal lying on a shingle beach with head turned to one side, with sea in background

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The National Trust looks after some of the UK's most important nature reserves, and in doing so cares for a rich and diverse array of wildlife and plantlife. Find out more about these special places and how to visit them.