What countries are part of the National Trust?


What countries are part of the National Trust? Headquartered in London, it serves England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. A parallel organization, the National Trust for Scotland, headquartered in Edinburgh, was founded in 1931.


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.


Can anyone go to a National Trust?

Charity tax law means our places must be available to everyone – not just members.


What is the most visited 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.


Can I use my National Trust card in other countries?

You can also use your membership to explore places cared for by National Trust organisations around the world with the International National Trusts Organisation (INTO). This includes National Trust properties in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Italy, Ireland, Canada, Australia and more.


What is free for National Trust members?

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.


Where can I use my National Trust card?

Your National Trust membership card allows you free entry to over 500 places in our care. All memberships except junior memberships entitle you to free parking at most National Trust car parks. You can also visit places cared for by the National Trust for Scotland and organisations in countries around the world.


How many countries is the National Trust in?

Headquartered in London, it serves England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. A parallel organization, the National Trust for Scotland, headquartered in Edinburgh, was founded in 1931.


Does National Trust membership cover all UK?

You can use your membership card to explore over 500 special places cared for by the National Trust across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.


Can I use my National Trust card at Edinburgh Castle?

There is no discount if you are a member of the National Trust. Helpful? You get free entry if a member of Historic Scotland or in the second and subsequent years of English Heritage membership. During the first year of English Heritage membership you get half price entry.


Which is better National Trust or English Heritage?

Both charities offer access to amazing properties and it will come down to what you want to see. English Heritage is better if you love history while the National Trust includes lots more outside locations and a wider variety of days out.


Can you go to National Trust without a membership?

Please note: if you're not a National Trust member, you'll still need to pay for your own entry.


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