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Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.
Explore abbey ruins, magnificent houses, glorious gardens and some fantastic stretches of coast and countryside including the Dales and the North York Moors in the beautiful county of Yorkshire.
Ancient abbey ruins and an awe-inspiring water garden at this World Heritage Site.
Glorious gardens, woodland and parkland, created for the privileged few and preserved for everyone to enjoy.
A hidden garden on the edge of York, designed in the Arts and Crafts garden style with formal terrace, wildlife pond, herbaceous borders and historic glasshouse.
Historic house and intimate gardens, a surprise oasis on the edge of a West Yorkshire town.
A picturesque Yorkshire manor house, nestled on the quiet banks of the River Rye with organic gardens and changing exhibitions.
Discover one of the great treasure houses in the North of England, and explore the surrounding parkland, lakes and formal gardens.
Explore the rooms of this grand house, and discover the décor, paintings and furniture that tell the stories of the many Pennyman’s who have lived there.
Explore art exhibitions and history in the 300 year old hall, evolving gardens on this family friendly estate in the Yorkshire countryside.
Join a tour in this house of contradictions in the centre of York, created as one man's vision to house his eclectic collection of furniture, art and tapestries.
Explore one of Yorkshire's finest 18th-century landscape gardens with two temples and views to the Abbey in the valley.
Explore the dramatic rock formations with views of surrounding heather moorland and beyond.
Meander through this spectacular wooded valley with 19th-century Gibson Mill at its heart.
Explore days out in nature, fun things to do for all the family and places to spot wildlife all year round.
Plan an adventure in Yorkshire this summer, with play areas, activities for kids, wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains. Bring the whole family to make memories during your time together.
Choose from the many adventures and activities going on in Yorkshire during the school holidays. From sporting days with Featherstone Rovers at Nostell to teddy zip-lines from the top of Wentworth Castle.
There's always something new to see or do at a National Trust place near you - join a host of seasonal events and adventures for all ages. Or plan ahead and book tickets for a memorable time with family and friends.
This annual festival invites you to discover the heritage on your doorstep, or step behind the scenes to places typically not open. Running 6 - 15 September in 2024, see a selection of top places to visit and things to do. Offers and days differ, so check carefully before visiting .
Join a special tour to hidden spaces this festival. Ticket holders to hidden spaces tours will get free entry to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal for the day. Step into Fountains Hall to see the Great Chamber and recently restored Oak Room. Or see the abbey ruins in a whole new light with a tour to the Lay Brothers' Dormitory. Numbers are limited and booking is essential.
Visit for free on Sunday 15 September. Try out the trim trail or head to the mud kitchen to get hands-on. The garden is starting to show autumn hues but find interest in Japanese anemones, roses and herbs as you wander. Inside uncover tales of ambition, success, and failure, of this once thriving farming estate.
Open for free over both weekends, 7 & 8 and 14 & 15 September. Explore this hidden gem 5-acre garden, used at the regional office, and former home of the Terry family. Take tea on the terrace and see what's growing in the 'garden rooms'. Plan your visit carefully, accessible parking only and garden only open to visitors.
Open for free from Friday 13 - Sunday 15 September. Find out more about the journey of plant hunters and their impact on gardens and plants today in routes to roots. Explore the large gardens with stunning views over South Yorkshire and don't miss the restored Victorian Conservatory. On Friday 13 September join a special tour to get behind the scenes and see the progress on the orangery and walled garden restoration. Spaces are limited, book via the events page.
Visit for free from Friday 13 - Sunday 15 September and find out about the Pennyman family and their impact on the Ormesby estate and surrounding area. Look out for conservation tasks to see how the team care for the collection and get hands-on in the Victorian laundry.
Visit for free on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 September. Don't miss a chance to see the the world-class Thomas Chippendale collection, a rare 18th-century dolls’ house, an exquisite painting by Sir Thomas More, and one of the first longcase clocks made by the famous inventor, John Harrison. See what's new in the play area or try out one of the games on the vista. The garden is still looking colourful with dahlias giving a late season show.
Visit for free Friday 13 - Sunday 15 September and join one of the behind the scenes talks and tours to find out more about the fascinating history. Soak in the riverside garden at your own pace, this organic garden inspires and relaxes in equal measure. From Saturday be one of the first to see the latest exhibition: A Yorkshire Year.
Travel by train, bus, bike or on foot for a sustainable day out in Yorkshire.
With just a short walk, many places can be access using local bus routes or trains. Here are a few to help you start planning your adventure from the moment you leave your doorstep. Many places are on established cycling routes as an alternative method of transportation, a great way to earn that slice of homemade cake.
From path repairs, combating fires and improving habitats to building new gardens and planting trees. Our day to day work goes further than just wonderful days out. See some of the work going on near you and across Yorkshire.
The National Trust and National Park Authority are working in partnership to repair and resurface the path network and damaged landscape.
Award winning garden designer Andy Sturgeon is working with the team at Beningbrough to revitalise the garden through new designs. See the work so far and find out more about the new Mediterranean Garden.
See how West Yorkshire uplands are being restored with ambitious woodland creation, peatland restoration and natural flood management by the National Trust and partners.
Sixteen organisations are working together to create a sustainable future for the Skell Valley. See the latest updates of this essential work to protect the area.
Our work in the Yorkshire Dales is as much about future generations as it is about caring for its magnificent landscapes today. We recognise the Dales as an important place for agriculture while balancing the need to restore more of the natural environment, and we increasingly consider the impacts of climate change on communities further afield. Discover more about our day-to-day work here, from creating new treescapes to managing sites of special scientific interest.
From sharing stories, to hands-on labour, giving talks or working behind the scenes, there are many ways to get involved and support our work.
Find out more about how to join one of our teams of volunteers that look after some of Yorkshire's best-loved places, and the opportunities that are available.
Find out about National Trust supporter groups based in Yorkshire. You can support the places you love by volunteering or enjoying a programme of trips and talks.
Whether you're planning a weekend away or have a longer trip in mind, Yorkshire has some great places to stay.
You can't beat picking up a trail from your doorstep or watching the sun set at the end of a day exploring. Plan a holiday and stay near the Yorkshire coast.
When they're part of your family, they don't need to be left at home. Many cottages are suitable for dogs so they can join your on your Yorkshire stay.
Big enough for that special occasion, or just an opportunity to get together, explore the largest cottages Yorkshire can offer.
Just two miles from York's vibrant city centre, Middlethorpe offers the best of both worlds, a pretty country house and spa in 20 acres of beautiful gardens.
With a fairy-tale castle, secret gardens and winding wilderness paths, Wentworth Castle Gardens is the perfect setting for your Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England. Join us every day throughout the holidays.
Create, explore, move, wonder and make-believe this summer at East Riddlesden Hall
Get ready for a Summer of Play at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, sponsored by Starling bank
Explore Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal through the eyes of one of the north's leading landscape artists this summer. 'A Landscape Painter's Perspective' is an art exhibition by Peter M. Hicks.
Follow the trail weaving through the gardens and find the hidden birds? Can you spot them all?
Take a family-friendly stroll down to Eastergate Bridge and learn about its history
An exciting illustration exhibition aimed at children, with plenty of hands-on participation.
Visit Nunnington this summer to enjoy animal themed games and activities around the gardens.
Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.