Series: National Trust

Dog-friendly country walks in Britain with places to eat and stay Supported by the National Trust, and includes their ‘pawprint rating’ system for dog-friendly places. Breathtaking walks that aren’t too challenging – 2-6 miles in length. Suggested stops. Walks are created with dogs in mind – all the info you need. Don’t just take your dog for a walk. Take...

Discover the joy of growing and using plants indoors and outdoors, no matter how limited your space. This beautifully illustrated book is a modern, fresh take on gardening that shows how anyone can grow their own vegetables, create a mini wildflower meadow, or learn how to make the most of their houseplants. And you don’t need your own garden to...

The Great British Food Tour by Jenny Linford, supported by the National Trust, offers fascinating and entertaining entries about Britain’s greatest dishes and ingredients. This beautifully illustrated book includes recipes for 20 classic dishes. It explores regional specialities and national favourites, covering Britain’s diverse and vibrant food landscape. Do you know your Bedfordshire clanger from your Dorset knob? Your Kentish...

Cosy Cooking offers over 80 brilliant comfort food recipes that are perfect for when it’s cold outside or if you just need to warm your heart. These recipes are triple-tested and come with suggested variations to add value and to help use up ingredients you may already have. You'll find plenty of vegetarian and vegan options as well. This collection...

Information, inspiration, tips and trivia to help you make the most of your gardening year in 2026. Packed with new features and advice, the 2026 edition of this guide is a perfect gift for any gardener. Month by month, there’s timely gardening advice and information from the National Trust, together with inspiring writing and beautiful illustrations. Every month includes: Weather...

• How to make a beautiful garden that works better with nature. • Achievable, practical changes we can all make. • Benefits for health and wellbeing too. • Supported by the National Trust, who look after hundreds of Britain’s most important gardens. Does caring for your garden ever feel like a battle with nature? Are you worried when you see...

Turn any beach into a treasure hunt with this beautifully illustrated book packed with surprising and delightful wonders of nature. Looking for seashells and learning their names is the perfect way to explore Britain’s coastline at leisure. It’s a nostalgic, simple pleasure, and a way to discover some of nature’s most exquisite wonders. From the common cockle to the blue-rayed...

Bake the best classic and modern cakes Supported by the National Trust, suppliers of fine cakes to the British public. 55 essential classic and modern cake recipes plus expert tips and techniques. Little bits of interesting and quirky cake history. Packed with practical advice for baking the perfect cake every time, this beautifully illustrated Book of Cakes by Linda Collister...

Favourite Recipes offers 80 recipes for home-cooked meals that will make your day, straight from the National Trust's cafés. Meals that make your day The National Trust's cafés are a British institution, enjoyed by the millions of people who visit its historic houses and sites every year. For some, a stop at the café is a bonus; for others, it's...

100 delightful walks that reveal hidden treasures in our countryside – secret beaches, abandoned villages, mysterious caves, hidden waterfalls. Walks are 2-6 miles in length to maximise manageability. Every walk has ‘How to get there’ details and an easy-to-follow map, plus an OS Map reference. Supported by the National Trust This is the curious walker’s guide to Britain’s most unique...

Why settle for the same old jams when you could try something deliciously different? Jams With a Twist will take your jam making to a whole new level. Liven things up with alcohol, essences, cordials, syrups, teas, spices, nuts, nibs and kernels. Go foraging for exciting new ingredients. Create double- and triple-layered jams. Float fruit, flowers and herbs in your...

Versatile, nutritious and easy to cook – soup is the original one-pot wonder. Inspired by soups from around the world, this beautifully illustrated book features 80 tried-and-tested recipes bursting with flavour, colour and goodness. From comforting classics to new and inspiring choices, you’ll be guided through the basics of making sensational soups. Find out how to swap ingredients, use up...

Discover the history, legends and folklore of Britain’s most intriguing landmarks Britain’s Landmarks and Legends is a beautifully illustrated book that reveals the secrets and stories of fifty icons of Britain’s landscape. Some of these are natural wonders, such as Cheddar Gorge, Sherwood Forest, and the white cliffs of Dover. Others were made by our distant ancestors: the standing stones...

A beautiful tour of Britain's greatest gardens, classic and modern. Inspiration and escapism for every gardener. Garden Heaven offers a unique tour of thirty of Britain's most beautiful gardens, both classic and modern. It makes a wonderful gift for gardeners during their days off or the long winter nights, as gardening is as much about dreaming as doing. This book...

Supported by the National Trust The latest medical and scientific research that shows connecting with nature is essential to our wellbeing Easy, small ways to feel the benefits, wherever you are A beautifully illustrated, inspirational and informative book Just Add Nature is an inspirational and informative guide that shows how we can all benefit from spending more time in nature....

Hidden Treasures of the National Trust is a beautiful gift for fans of the BBC series of the same name. Go behind the scenes with the National Trust as they uncover extraordinary stories and save our precious past. This book accompanies a successful BBC series, Hidden Treasures of the National Trust, now in its third season. Episodes average over 2...

Discover the stories of Britain's greatest ghosts and ghouls with this spooky supernatural page-turner, the perfect gift this Halloween. Supported by the National Trust, who look after many of the haunted locations. Beautifully atmospheric illustrations. Whether you believe in ghosts or not, these gripping accounts of eerie apparitions and paranormal activity are bound to capture your imagination. Brace yourself for...

Gardens of the National Trust is the definitive guide to hundreds of Britain’s most outstanding gardens, all in the care of the National Trust. The National Trust boasts the finest collection of gardens in the United Kingdom. In this book, Stephen Lacey paints a vivid picture of each garden and places them within the context of British horticultural history. All...

More than 100 poems about Britain's nature in a beautifully illustrated book. Seven chapters touch on different aspects of the British countryside, including seasons, birds and wildlife, woods, water, moors and mountains. This carefully chosen collection will inspire you to explore nature through a poet’s eye – the perfect antidote to "times when the world is too much with us",...

Biscuits are the ultimate teatime treat. No cup of tea (or coffee) should be without one. This tempting collection of recipes from expert baker Linda Collister includes all the classics. There are ginger snaps and shortbread petticoat tails, deluxe chocolate chip cookies, Florentines and macarons, tiffin and flapjacks, as well as biscotti and savoury biscuits. And if you’re looking for...

A beautiful and unique little guide to Britain’s butterflies. A pocket-sized guide to every butterfly you’re ever likely to see in the UK. Beautifully illustrated and packed with surprising and delightful facts. Supported by the National Trust, who look after many of the UK’s butterfly hotspots. The Butterfly Spotter’s Guide is a beautifully illustrated little guide that tells you everything...

100 Classic Country Walks that tick all the boxes There are three things that make a country walk a classic – unbeatable scenery, a route that’s just the right length and a pub or tearoom to treat yourself. You’ll find the best of all three here. Covering every corner of the UK, these 100 walks include rolling hills, dramatic mountains,...

Under the Stars by National Trust Books and Sian Lewis is your guide to inspiring and exciting places to camp and glamp in Britain. A camping trip is the perfect antidote to fast-paced living, offering a chance to watch stars emerge one by one, take a stroll or a swim, cook over open flames, and breathe fresh air. In this...

Give your salads star power with these delicious recipes. Forget sad side servings of limp leaves – these vibrant, modern and delicious salads will be the main attraction on any plate. All of the recipes in this fresh and inspiring book are fuss-free, beautifully presented and packed with nutrition. There are classic salads with a contemporary twist; Mediterranean and Middle...

The National Trust Book of Pies is a gorgeous gift for the baker in your family and lovers of pies! 55 pie recipes – sweet and savoury, classic and modern – plus expert tips and techniques Advice on perfect pastry, plus using ready-made to save time Little bits of interesting and quirky pie history Supported by the National Trust, suppliers...

A bucket list of unforgettable trips in Britain These journeys will lead you through the UK’s most awe-inspiring scenery. There’s inspiration and adventure here for everyone. Take a refreshing coastal walk around Cornwall’s Lizard Peninsular. Hop on board The Jacobite steam train (the ‘Hogwarts Express’) for a unique view of the Highlands. Buckle up for Northern Ireland’s exhilarating Causeway Coastal...

An easy, practical guide to combining flowers for year-round joyful colour. National Trust gardens are visited by millions of people every year. Their flowerbeds and borders are legendary for their colour and beauty in every season. In this book, National Trust senior gardener Robyn Booth reveals the secrets of how to choose plants that grow together beautifully in your garden,...

Escape reality and reconnect with nature. Journey to 40 unforgettable getaways in Britain’s wild corners, from floating cabins to miniature castles, tree pods to moored boats. Lose yourself in cosy reading nooks after a day hillwalking in the Peak District, go foraging in Yorkshire’s woodlands, or warm up by the campfire after taking a dip in coastal Cornish waters. Stay...

Information, inspiration, tips and trivia to help you make the most of your gardening year. Packed with new features and advice, the 2025 edition of this guide remains a perfect gift for any gardener. Month by month, there’s timely gardening advice and information from the National Trust, together with inspiring writing and beautiful illustrations. Every month includes: Weather charts –...

100 Words for Rain is supported by the National Trust and dives into Britain’s favourite subject – the weather. This book is filled with quirky and fascinating facts about the weather, including all sorts of weird and wonderful weather-related words from across the country. By reading 100 Words for Rain, you can supercharge your small talk and never be stuck...

Information, inspiration, tips and trivia to help you make the most of your gardening year. This guide to how to look after and enjoy your garden month by month is the ideal thoughtful gift for any gardener. It is packed with inspiring writing and National Trust know-how that will help beginners and old hands alike. For each month, you will...