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Would you like to dig a bit deeper into history, find gardening tips or even make a bug hotel? Discover more about the places you love and pick up some new skills.
History
Learn about people and places from the past and discover remarkable works of art, architecture and gardens.
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LGBTQ+ histories at the places we care for
Learn more about the LGBTQ+ people with connections to the places we care for and why highlighting these stories is important.
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Chinese wallpaper highlights
We look after the largest collection of historic Chinese wallpapers on permanent public display in the world. Learn more about the evolution of paper wallcoverings and the different styles through the centuries.
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Interior design through the ages
As fashions change over the eras, so do our homes. Explore the history of British interior design and learn about the centuries of design innovation at the places we care for.
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A potted history of houseplants
Wander through our collections and gardens to learn the high-society origins of the ferns, orchids and pelargoniums in your home.
Nature
Read our guides to help you get closer to nature. Learn how to identify birdsong and spot bats, water voles and ancient trees, or have a go at forest bathing, rock pooling and many more activities.
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A guide to identifying British trees
Learn how to identify trees from their leaves, bark and shape, how to tell similar species apart and how they change as they get older.
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Our top tips for nature photography
If you're keen to capture the beauty of nature at the places in our care, read our tips on taking better photos, from how best to frame your subject to perfectly capturing movement.
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Wild flowers in Britain
Discover the stories behind some famous British wild flowers and how wildflower meadows support important species from butterflies to bees.
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Common fossils to find at the coast
Do you know your ammonites from your devil’s toenails? Discover how to identify some of the fossils commonly found around the UK coast and where you might see them.
Food
Discover the benefits of eating seasonally and try some National Trust recipes for yourself.
Recipes
Browse a selection of National Trust recipe ideas, from classics such as cheese scones and family-friendly treats to vegetarian and vegan dishes and seasonal delights.
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Beningbrough leek and potato soup
This leek and potato soup from Beningbrough in Yorkshire puts a modern spin on a comforting classic. Try using a drizzle of rapeseed oil flavoured with fresh sage leaves for maximum flavour.
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The history of tea
Tea first arrived in Britain in the mid-17th century, when it was so expensive that only the incredibly wealthy could afford it. Find out the connections that the places in our care have to this simple brew.
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Guide to seasonal food
Grow your own fruit and vegetables and help the environment by reducing food miles. Find out what to harvest, plant and buy each month with our handy guide to seasonal food.
Gardening tips
Learn from our gardeners and make the most of your garden, plot or window box.
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Gardening tips for winter
Keep your garden or green spaces thriving with our winter gardening tips. There are plenty of jobs to keep you busy, from protecting your plants and wildlife and planting for winter colour to planning ahead for warmer days.
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Grow your own loofah kitchen sponges
Follow our month-by-month guide to growing loofah plants from seed, which you can turn into kitchen sponges as an eco-friendly alternative to the store-bought plastic versions.
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Guide to peat-free gardening
We've committed to going peat free as an organisation, and all the plants we grow, buy and sell are potted in peat-free compost. Hear from our team of gardening experts and discover top tips for peat-free gardening in your green space.
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Growing tips for allotments
Discover top tips on getting the most from your allotment or patch, and find out why growing your own fruit and vegetables is good for you in more ways than one.
Crafts
Follow one of our many how-to guides and become an expert in something new in no time.
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How to make a bird feeder
If you’d like to see more birds in your outdoor space, discover how you can make a simple bird feeder with just a few items and ingredients.
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How to make a leaf print tote bag
Create your own nature-inspired tote bag using leaves gathered from your local park or garden with this guide. Simply hammer leaves onto cotton fabric and they'll release their natural pigments for a simple and effective design.
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Make a cosy draught excluder
Follow our easy guide to sewing a simple draught excluder that will keep the heat in this winter. Make one for your own home or gift one to friends and family.
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Make fat cakes for birds
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.
Virtual visit
Enjoy a virtual exhibition, watch a behind-the-scenes video or listen to one of our podcasts.
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National Trust Podcast: series eight
Immerse yourself in the past or explore the natural world from your armchair in series eight of the National Trust Podcast.
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Online exhibitions
Delve into our online exhibitions, where you can see artworks and explore the history of the places and collections in our care from the comfort of your own home.
Holnicote, Somerset
Take an interactive 360° virtual tour of the diverse landscapes and habitats on the Holnicote Estate. Explore beaver enclosures, ancient oak woodland, saltmarshes and more in this immersive audio experience, and learn about the vital work for nature in west Somerset.
Film and TV
Featuring in costume dramas, fantasy worlds and fairy tales, discover the films and TV shows that have been made at National Trust places.
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Top film locations at the National Trust
Many of the places in our care have been locations for films and TV dramas. Hear from two of our filming and location managers as they discuss the most popular filming locations and share their best stories from behind the scenes.
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Ainsley's National Trust Cook Off
Find out about ITV's new series, Ainsley's National Trust Cook Off, where celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott hosts a friendly cooking competition at some of the kitchen gardens in our care.
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Hidden Treasures of the National Trust
Follow our conservators, curators and volunteers at work and get closer to the objects they care for in series one and two of Hidden Treasures of the National Trust.
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Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker
We've been searching for a tenant farmer to manage a vacant farm in Northumberland. You can follow along by tuning in to Our Dream Farm with Matt Baker – a new TV show on Channel 4. The series features seven shortlisted applicants applying for a 10-year tenancy on the Wallington estate.