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A family in the garden in spring surrounded by daffodils at Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire
Visitors in the garden in spring at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire | © National Trust Images/Trevor Ray Hart

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A woman taking photographs of the blossom at Beningbrough Hall, North Yorkshire

Best places to see blossom 

From ornamental magnolias in gardens to blackthorn scattered across the countryside, discover some of the best places to see blossom in our care.

Visitors at the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
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Explore for free with your National Lottery ticket 

As a charity, we want to say thank you to National Lottery players who’ve made so much of our conservation work possible. During National Lottery Open Week, we're offering National Lottery players free entry to many of the places we look after.

A woman taking a picture of another woman, who is standing amid a carpet of daffodils in front of a grey stone mansion

Where to see daffodils 

Daffodils' cheerful yellow flowers mean spring is here. Find out where to see the best daffodil displays at the woodlands, gardens and parks in our care.

Visitors enjoying Easter activities at Gibside, Tyne & Wear

Easter egg hunts 

Plan a family-friendly day out with an Easter trail at one of the places in our care. Spend time outdoors together and don't forget to pick up your chocolate egg.

Indoor adventures

One woman in the foreground looking at three floral female busts, a man and woman in the background pointing at the sculptures.
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Special exhibitions 

Connect with nature, beauty and history at an exhibition near you. From showcasing art and collections, to exploring the connections between people and places, there's something for everyone.

Children playing at a table in the Lego Room at The Children's Country House at Sudbury, Derbyshire
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Kids’ indoor activities for rainy days 

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained on a rainy day? Here's a selection of indoor activities at places we care for that won't be ruined by a sudden downpour.

A visitor admires the paintings in a grand room at Kingston Lacey, Dorset
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Unique houses 

Learn about some of the most unusual houses we look after, from a hydroelectric-powered Arts and Crafts home with an early dishwasher, to a Tudor manor with a recycled library.

Wildlife spotting

Four spring lambs frolicking on a grassy slope with a folly behind
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Places you can see lambs 

Lambs are one of the first signs of spring and you can spot them at many of the places in our care. Get to know the different breeds we look after, including the Herdwick sheep that Beatrix Potter once bred.

A brown and white bird with orange legs walking in a marshy pool
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Birdwatching walks 

Choose from our selection of walks combining coastal or countryside scenery with the chance to see native and migrant birds all year round.

'50 things to do before you're 11¾'

Children sit with nets at the rock pools at Giant's Causeway, County Antrim
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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do in spring 

Spring is a great time to get started on our list of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’. Here are some of the best activities to try, from stargazing to snail racing.

A boy carrying a bag of wild garlic at Prior Park in Somerset
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No. 21 Forage for wild food 

Foraging involves searching for and eating plants, herbs and fruit. Find out what to look for and when to pick it with our guide.

Girl in the garden in winter at Chirk Castle, Wrexham, Wales
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No. 1 Get to know a tree 

Try and get to know a tree - the first of our ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’. Search for clues in its roots, bark and branches to uncover its story.

A young girl explores Saltram's Orange Grove Pond in the Autumn Colour carrying fallen leaf
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No. 35 Discover what's in a pond 

Discover what’s in a pond by scooping out some water and identifying what's beneath the surface. It's No. 35 of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.

Budget-friendly days out

A group walks along Castlefield Viaduct in Greater Manchester
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Top free places to visit 

Did you know that many of the places we care for are free to access? Discover a selection of some of the best places that are completely free to visit.

Information about visiting

A family exploring the gardens in winter at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

Places you need to pre-book 

Planning a day out at one of the houses, buildings or gardens we care for? Some places need to be booked in advance. Read on to find out which places require booking, and learn how you can join a guided tour experience.

Visitors exploring Bodnant Garden, Wales
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Visiting and booking frequently asked questions 

Find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about visiting and using the booking system.

Visitor exploring the picture gallery at Attingham Park, Shropshire
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Enhanced facilities for disabled visitors 

Find out more about which places in our care have specialised facilities for disabled visitors.

Two visitors cycle side by side through a winding path leading through parkland on the Ickworth Estate. They're wrapped up in rain coats and the weather appears hazy.

Sustainable travel to the places in our care 

Find out how you can travel to the places in our care by train, bus, bike or on foot, helping you to save money and care for the environment.

Visitors exploring the garden at Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire
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Explorer Pass 

If you're planning a trip in England, Wales or Northern Ireland this year, buy a National Trust Explorer Pass for entry to most of the places in our care. With 4-, 8- and 14-day options available, the pass can be tailored to fit your trip. Discover where you can visit with the Explorer Pass and how to buy yours.

Walkers sat by a waterfall on the Afon Tarell river in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales

Become a member

Join today and help protect nature, beauty and history – for everyone, for ever. Enjoy access to more than 500 places with National Trust membership.