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Visitors walking in Gloucestershire | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Countryside and woodland

Revitalise your senses and recharge your mind in the great outdoors by exploring the wonderful hills, valleys, woodlands and rivers in our care.

Things to do in the countryside

Tall white waterfall dropping almost vertically through the middle of green trees, feeding into a calm, reflective pool
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Top waterfalls to visit 

Many of the places we look after in England, Northern Ireland and Wales have waterfalls. Find the best ones to visit and experience the invigorating power of nature.

A family are walking through autumnal woodlands at Rowallane Garden in County Down
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Wild places to get away from it all 

Despite our increasingly urbanised lives, there are still wild places in the UK to escape to. Why not visit one of the many areas of outstanding natural beauty that we look after?

Visitor enjoying a peaceful moment at Colby Woodland Garden, Pembrokeshire
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Where to go forest bathing 

Forest bathing is a mindfulness practice developed in Japan that's gained popularity in the UK. It involves being immersed in nature and using sight, smell and touch to slow down the mind and relax.

Seal lying on a shingle beach with head turned to one side, with sea in background
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Visit our nature reserves 

We look after some of the UK's most important nature reserves, and therefore a wide range of wildlife and plantlife. Discover the best ones to visit near you.

Countryside and woodland near you

    Man holding a child up in the air as they both smile, in the grounds at Powis Castle, Powys

    Where will you visit next?

    Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.