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Family-friendly walks
Explore woodland trails, coast paths and countryside routes perfect for little legs and big adventures.
Ideas for days out
Autumn activities for children
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.
Wild places to get away from it all
Discover peaceful places where you can slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with nature this October.
Best mazes
Can you get to the middle of one of the mazes and labyrinths we care for and, more importantly, find your way out again? Here’s our pick of the best for you to start exploring.
Enchanted forests to visit with the family
Looking for magical days out with the family? Discover our best enchanted forests where children can let their imaginations roam.
Deer-spotting tips
Find out about fallow, red and muntjac deer, how to tell them apart and other top tips for seeing and photographing them at the places we care for.
Discover and learn
Autumn scenes and stories in our collections
With its bright colours, natural spectacles and abundant harvests, autumn has inspired artists for generations. From paintings and tapestries to ceramics, discover autumn through the collections in our care.
Wild mushroom and thyme rolls
These delicious wild mushroom, thyme and chickpea rolls are very easy to make, perfect for a quick and healthy vegan supper.
Red squirrel spotting tips
Learn how to spot red squirrels, the best times to see them and how to tell them apart from grey squirrels.
Read The Fungi Spotter's Guide
Discover our new, bestselling guide to identifying fungi and uncover the remarkable world hiding beneath autumn's fallen leaves.
In the news
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.
Holidays and shopping
Explore Winter Holidays
With big skies, quiet paths and a cosy cottage to retreat to, a winter holiday has a feeling all of its own. Discover cosy cottages in dramatic locations.
Explore décor magic in our shop
From felt decorations and garlands to candles, scents, and cosy throws; discover little ways to welcome the season.
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Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership.