Is the National Trust successful?


Is the National Trust successful? The work of the NT is sustained by a growing membership of over 5.6 million and in excess of 65,000 volunteers; it has the respect of a large section of the population and it is British cultural institution. On the face of it, then, the NT is in a hugely strong position, financially, politically and culturally.


Is the National Trust struggling?

Record year for fundraised income The National Trust said in its accounts that 2022-23 was “a time of renewal but against a challenging backdrop of high inflation and a cost-of-living crisis”. Overall, its total income reached £682m, an increase of £38.6m on the previous year, against total expenditure of £733m.


What are the benefits of National Trust?

As a National Trust member you can enjoy:
  • Free entry to more than 500 places in our care.
  • Free parking at most National Trust car parks.
  • National Trust Handbook, full of information about the places we look after.
  • National Trust Magazine three times a year, packed with inspiration, interviews and news.


Is National Trust worth it?

A National Trust membership is absolutely worth it. With over incredible 500 sites to visit for free throughout the country it is easy to see how the National Trust has amassed so many members! We have now renewed our membership and are looking forward to seeing what places we're able to visit in 2022.


Does the National Trust own Stonehenge?

Within the Stonehenge World Heritage Site, the National Trust manages 827 hectares (2,100 acres) of downland surrounding the famous stone circle.


What is the busiest National Trust property?

With over 500,000 annual visitors, Attingham Park was the most visited National Trust property in 2020-21. Giant's Causeway, in Northern Ireland, is the most Instagrammable National Trust site, with 319,000 posts tagged at this location.


Where does National Trust money go?

Funding from the National Trust is awarded to nonprofit organizations and public agencies, and the majority of our funding is awarded for planning and education projects through our National Trust Preservation Funds grant program.


How much land does the National Trust own?

We're the nation's largest farm owner with nearly 250,000 hectares of land and more than 1,300 tenant farmers.


How many pubs does the National Trust own?

The National Trust own over 35 characterful and historic pubs and inns including the Sticklebarn Tavern in Great Langdale, Cumbria and the Kings Head in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.