Places to visit
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A man 'utterly consumed by the forces of love and passion', one of the National Trust's finest treasures
We're taking a look at nine of the greatest objects on display in the National Trust's properties across Britain — this edition examines a painting that is small in size and large in meaning.
By Country Life Published
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A red tunic that tells a tale of sinking ships, man-eating sharks and stupendous bravery, one of the National Trust's finest treasures
We're taking a look at nine of the greatest objects on display in the National Trust's properties across Britain — and the choice today is a piece whose simplicity belies its story of tragedy, heroism, survival and recording of a dreadful incident.
By Country Life Published
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The Marquess of Anglesey's revolutionary wooden leg, one of the National Trust's finest treasures
We're taking a look at nine of the greatest objects on display in the National Trust's properties across Britain — today, it's a prosthetic breakthrough in Anglesey.
By Country Life Published
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'An allegorical dream vision, a pilgrim’s quest for perfect love' that's one of the National Trust's finest treasures
We're taking a look at nine of the greatest objects on display in the National Trust's properties across Britain — starting with a painting at Wallington in Northumberland.
By Country Life Published
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A week-by-week guide to the National Trust's properties in 2020
There's always something wonderful to do at a National Trust property, no matter the time of year. Kate Green and Melanie Bryan have compiled a list of suggestions for every week of 2020.
By Kate Green Published
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National Trust considers partial car ban in the Lake District
The National Trust is looking at banning car use in some parts of the Lake District, particularly around Scafell Pike.
By Carla Passino Published
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A spooky museum exhibition in Bristol full of exhibits to send a shiver down your spine
A museum in Bristol is putting on a show called 'Do you believe in magic?' which, should you answer in the negative, will do its very best to change your mind...
By Annunciata Elwes Published
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How Waddesdon Manor gets transformed into a Christmassy wonderland
Waddesdon Manor is gearing up for Christmas, with 3,000 baubles, 30,000 lights and more than a dozen Christmas trees to decorate the home over the festive period.
By Annunciata Elwes Published
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Tintagel's new bridge: Dramatic, contentious and finally open to visitors
The new bridge has opened at Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, one of the most dramatic spots in Britain, and a place whose history is deeply entwined with tales of Arthurian legend. Carla Passino reports.
By Carla Passino Published
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Sutton Hoo's £4m transformation from 'boring heaps of earth' to a place that gives a 'tingle in the hairs on the back of your neck'
Sutton Hoo is famous as one of the greatest archaeological finds in history — but has become infamous for its dullness as a visitor experience. The National Trust has now put that right.
By Toby Keel Published
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Port Lympne’s breathtaking Spencer Roberts Room: Where art and interior design meet a love of wildlife
The Spencer Roberts Room at the Port Lympne Hotel contains a spectacular mural that can teach us all something about having our interiors exactly as we want them.
By Toby Keel Published
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A classic car show in the very heart of central London, featuing a 1912 Rolls and Damien Hirst’s old Ferrari
The Belgravia Classic Car Show takes place this weekend, and is a real treat for the car lovers of London.
By Toby Keel Published
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Curious Questions: How do you survive the Summer Season?
Potential faux pas abound in a British summer, but is it possible to find your way through to September unscathed? The answer is yes, says Rupert Uloth, so long as you always carry a brolly, know how to share a carriage with The Queen and own at least seven hats. Here are his tips.
By Rupert Uloth Published
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Exbury Gardens: The wild woodland tamed by a Rothschild to become one of Britain's great gardens
Untamed woodland was brilliantly transformed into a pioneering garden at Exbury, thanks to the vision of Lionel de Rothschild. Mark Griffiths discovers how his legacy is being continued.
By Mark Griffiths Published
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The Castle of Mey: Inside the Queen Mother's beloved home in Scotland
A visit to Scotland in the first months of her widowhood encouraged The Queen Mother to buy and restore a castle. John Goodall describes the history of the building and the achievements of the trust that has managed it for the past 22 years.
By John Goodall Published
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Five magnificent winter walks in Britain, from the Brecons to the Broads
A brisk winter walk is the perfect way to shake off the blues of the cold, dark months – here are five superb spots to inspire you to get out there.
By Country Life Published
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Five of Britain's most spectacular lighthouses, as captured by a beautiful new guide
A beautiful new book collects some wonderful images of some of Britain's lighthouses – here's a selection of our favourites.
By Toby Keel Published