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Three adults walking on the grass with a body of water behind them, looking and taking to each other, walking in the 18th-century 'Capability' Brown designed garden at Petworth, West Sussex
Visitors walking in the 18th-century 'Capability' Brown designed garden at Petworth, West Sussex | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

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An older couple stop to look at the snowdrops growing among birch trees while the winter sun pierces the leafless trees

Best places to see snowdrops 

Snowdrops are a sign that milder weather is on the way. Find out where to see swathes of these delicate white blooms at the places we care for.

Two deer in a wintery landscape
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Best places to spot winter wildlife 

From seal pups in Norfolk to Devon's Dartmoor ponies, there are plenty of animals to see in winter. Get outdoors and discover the best places for winter wildlife watching.

A child in a brightly coloured red and blue buddy swing, being pushed by a smiling man. It is winter.
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Top natural play areas for kids 

There's nothing quite like playing outdoors. Discover the best natural play areas where children can run wild at the places in our care.

A couple dressed for winter with drinks at a cafe table with their dog
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Best walks with dog-friendly cafés 

Rest and refuel after getting out in nature with your dog. Here's a selection of the best walks with dog-friendly cafés at places we look after.

Indoor adventures

Some of the historic houses in our care close over the winter months so we can carry out vital conservation work. Please check individual place webpages for up-to-date information on opening times.

A visitor admires the paintings in a grand room at Kingston Lacey, Dorset
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Unique houses 

Learn about some of the most unusual houses we look after and find out what makes them so special, from a tiny woodland cottage to a romantic country retreat.

Children playing at a table in the Lego Room at The Children's Country House at Sudbury, Derbyshire
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Kids’ indoor activities for rainy days 

How do you keep the kids entertained on a rainy day? Here's a selection of indoor activities that won't be ruined by a sudden downpour, from crafts and games to imaginative play.

Visitors in the Drawing Room at Charlecote Park, Warwickshire
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Places with Tudor connections 

Discover the places we look after that have links to the Tudor period, from Henry VII through to Elizabeth I. These historic houses have received royal visitors, hidden Catholic priests and witnessed important events.

The Lounge exhibition
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Special exhibitions 

Connect with nature, beauty and history at an exhibition near you. From showcasing art and collections, to exploring the connections between people and places, there's something for everyone.

'50 things to do before you're 11¾'

Children playing at Brimham Rocks, North Yorkshire
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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do in winter 

Winter is the perfect time for many of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities. Wrap up warm and go welly wandering, fossil hunting or stargazing.

Children playing in the garden in winter at Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
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No. 15 Go on a wintry adventure 

When it's cold or snowing, there's still plenty to discover outdoors as lots of outside activities are just as fun in the winter. Wrap up in your warmest clothes, and maybe take a hot drink with you, before setting off.

Hunting for bugs at Winkworth Arboretum, Surrey
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No. 34 Discover wild animal clues 

Are you ready to take on no. 34 of our ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ challenge? Follow these clues and you might be able to spot a wild animal sooner than you think.

A family toasting marshmallows over an open campfire at Colby Woodland Garden, Pembrokeshire
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No. 47 Cook on a campfire 

From top tips to campfire safety, find out how food cooked over an open fire can give you a tasty outdoor experience, whether you’re having toasted marshmallows or bacon and eggs.

Budget-friendly days out

A group walks along Castlefield Viaduct in Greater Manchester
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Top free places to visit 

Did you know that many of the places we care for are free to access? Discover a selection of some of the best places that are completely free to visit.

Information about visiting

A family exploring the gardens in winter at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

Places you need to pre-book 

Planning a day out at one of the houses, buildings or gardens we care for? Some places need to be booked in advance. Read on to find out which places require booking, and learn how you can join a guided tour experience.

A couple walking in front of the hall at Seaton Delaval Hall
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Visiting and booking frequently asked questions 

Find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about visiting and using the booking system.

Visitor exploring the picture gallery at Attingham Park, Shropshire
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Enhanced facilities for disabled visitors 

Find out more about which places in our care have specialised facilities for disabled visitors.

Two visitors cycle side by side through a winding path leading through parkland on the Ickworth Estate. They're wrapped up in rain coats and the weather appears hazy.

Sustainable travel to the places in our care 

Find out how you can travel to the places in our care by train, bus, bike or on foot, helping you to save money and care for the environment.

Visitors exploring the garden at Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire
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Explorer Pass 

If you're planning a trip in England, Wales and Northern Ireland this year, buy a National Trust Explorer Pass for entry to most of the places in our care. With 4-, 8- and 14-day options available, the pass can be tailored to fit your trip. Discover where you can visit with the Explorer Pass and how to buy yours.

Two people, one of whom is in a wheelchair and has a dog in their lap, are walking alongside the riverside in winter at Mottisfont, Hampshire.

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