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Top autumn activities for kids 

Autumn opens up a world of new adventures. Discover the best activities for children from our list of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’, including tips on winning at conkers and building dens.

Inspecting the pond at Rowallane Garden, County Down

Ideas for days out

Best parklands 

Discover wildlife, woods and wide open spaces when you visit one of these large parklands. Walk, cycle, play or simply relax in nature.   

Two visitors explore the parkland at Croome, following a pathway away from the camera that's surrounded by trees covered in yellow leaves. One visitor sits on a mobility scooter.

Best places to see deer rutting 

Every autumn, drama unfolds as male deer lock antlers in competition for females. Find out where you can visit during deer rutting season to see one of nature's annual spectacles.

Close up of two red deer rutting with antlers locked

Top places to spot red squirrels 

Find the best places across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to see the elusive red squirrel. Autumn is a great time to spot them as they're busy gathering food ahead of winter.

A close up of a red squirrel on a branch on the floor of woodland on Brownsea Island, Dorset

What is a deer park? 

Status symbol, hunting ground and a source of building materials. Discover the important roles deer parks played in aristocratic and royal society.

Charlecote Park and House in Winter with Deer and Does

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Delve into history, get tips from our experts, learn a new skill and go behind the scenes at your favourite places.

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Books on history, biographies, folklore and more 

Browse stories that uncover fascinating stories from Britain's history, people and places.

Book cover for 100 Books From the Libraries of the National Trust, featuring images of historic books and manuscripts.

Colonialism and historic slavery research 

Read more about the research helping us better understand and address the complex histories connected to places in our care.

A collage image containing three artworks: a painting of Teresia, Lady Shirley by Van Dyke at Petworth House; an oil painting of a young coachman at Erddig; and a photograph of the Maharaja Jam Sahib of Nawanagar at Polesden Lacey.

History 

From grand houses and gardens to coastlines and countryside, discover the people, places and events that have shaped British history and continue to influence the world around us.

View from the moat of the east front at Tattershall Castle, Lincolnshire

Honey cornbread muffins 

Fill your kitchen with autumn flavours using this sweet and simple muffin recipe – and discover a recipe rooted in Black culinary traditions and heritage.

A honey cornbread muffin cut in half with a small amount of whipped honey butter on top

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Protect nature from the growing threat of wildfires 

Hundreds of wildfires across the UK have already damaged precious landscapes, including 104 hectares at Dunwich Heath. Add your name to the National Trust's petition calling for urgent Government action to help protect people, wildlife and nature from the increasing impacts of climate change. Read more.

Dunwich Heath, Suffolk coast, after the fire July 2026

Holidays and shopping

A change of scene for half-term 

Turn the school holidays into an adventure with a stay at one of our holiday cottages, surrounded by places to explore.

The exterior of Florence Court Rose Cottage, County Fermanagh

Refresh your space this autumn 

Explore the latest arrivals and discover must-have new finds for your home and garden. Every sale helps care for nature and the places you love.

Throws and a cushion in autumnal colours on a sofa, with homeware items including a mug, plant pot and small decorative bowls in the background.
Two visitors walking through the grounds of Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal with the abbey ruins in the background

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