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The castle surrounded by the moat in winter, Bodiam Castle, East Sussex

Castles and forts

Immerse yourself in centuries past at one of the castles and forts in our care. Uncover the stories behind these historic buildings and learn about their previous residents.

Two women dressed for winter sat at a table outside a cafe enjoying hot drinks with a child in a pushchair

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Walks with cafés

Whether you’re exploring the coast, countryside or an historic estate, find a café or tea-room to warm up in and refuel.

Konik Ponies at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

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Nature reserves

To mark World Wetlands Day on 2 February, discover more about these important habitats, as well as nature reserves to visit near you.

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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.

Visitors enjoying a winter walk at Petworth, West Sussex with snowdrops in the foreground

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.

Portrait of Cecilia Strickland by George Romney. She is a young woman from 18th century dressed in a pink and white gown.

History

Learn about people from the past, discover remarkable works of art and brush up on your knowledge of architecture and gardens.

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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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Homemade bird feeders at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

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Encourage birds to visit your garden or outdoor space throughout winter and early spring by making these nourishing fat cakes. They're also a great way to make use of your food scraps and yoghurt pots.

The Temple of Piety seen across the Moon and Half Crescent ponds at Studley Royal Water Garden, North Yorkshire

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What is a water garden?

Discover how water gardens have evolved with changing tastes, from decorative canals and cascades to the water features seen in parks and gardens today.

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How to make a twig heart

Find out how to make a heart from twigs in your garden or local park to give as a eco-friendly gift or to decorate your own home.

The showcase in the Treasure Room at Hill Top, Sawrey, Cumbria, the home of Beatrix Potter

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History podcasts playlist

Be transported through time with our history podcast playlist. From the origins of drag performance to the boys who became the Beatles, discover stories from across the ages.

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People and nature thriving: Our strategy to 2035

We're marking our 130th birthday by unveiling ambitious plans for the next decade. Read our new strategy to 2035, which aims to tackle the nature crisis, end unequal access to nature and cultural heritage and inspire millions more people to protect the world around them.

The sitting room at 2 Bagden Farm Cottage, Surrey

Half-term holidays

There's still time to find a great cottage for a half-term stay. We have cottages surrounded by peace and nature, or near National Trust places with lots to see and do.

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Get ready for spring

Looking to prepare your garden, balcony or window box for the year ahead? Browse our collection of gardening books, tools, art and furniture to get your green space ready to thrive in 2025.