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Mountain biking in the Lake District, Cumbria
Mountain biking in the Lake District, Cumbria | © National Trust Images/Trevor Ray Hart

Outdoor activities

Whether you're interested in running, cycling, or watersports, take your pick from a range of outdoor activities at the places in our care and get ready for an adrenaline boost.

Top outdoor activities

Visitors enjoying one of Bristol Astronomical Society's stargazing evenings at Tyntesfield, North Somerset
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Top spots for stargazing 

The open night skies in the countryside mean you’ll see thousands of sparkling stars and planets. Take a look at our guide and find the best places in our care to go stargazing.

Runners in the grounds of Lyme Park, House and Garden, Cheshire with a tower in the background. Lyme Park sits in 1400 acres of parkland and has views across Manchester and the Cheshire Plain.
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Top running routes with a view 

Reward your next run with a view to remember. From coast to countryside, find a trail with some of the best scenery, views and wildlife at the places we look after.

Sea kayaking at Poldhu Cove, Cornwall
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Best places to go kayaking and canoeing 

From open seas to meandering rivers and lakes, there are plenty of spots where you can kayak or canoe. Find the top places in our care for water sports.

Family exploring the cycle trail at Lanhydrock, Cornwall
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Cycle hire at our places 

If you don't have your own bike, you can still explore special places on two wheels thanks to our cycle hire facilities across the country – find cycle hire near you here.

Find an outdoor activity near you

    Two visitors walking along the path with sun behind them whilst exploring the Christmas Light Trail in the garden at Belton Estate, Lincolnshire

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