Time to visit National Trust

NATIONAL Trust bosses are urging people to make the most of the most colourful season of the year by visiting one of their local properties.

The conservation charity is calling on its visitors to pull on their wellies and waterproofs during the October half term and explore the miles of parkland paths, woodland walks and gardens located within travelling distance of Ashbourne.

This year families can download nature activity sheets prior to visiting, or make their own adventures by creating wild art, building dens or playing hide and seek.

Many places have tearooms or catering kiosks open, subject to coronavirus restrictions.

Emma Hawthorne, assistant director for the National

Trust in the Midlands, said: “Autumn’s beautiful backdrop, its crunchy carpets of leaves and glossy conkers create a natural playground for children.

“For families who love exploring the great outdoors, there’s plenty of seasonal delights to discover this half term and we’d love everyone to share their National Trust adventures with us using #Everyoneneedsnature.

“We need your support now more than ever, and every visit you make helps us to care for these places, so that future generations of families can continue to enjoy them.”

The trust recommends booking visits in advance, especially at busy times like school holidays and weekends.

Every Friday new tickets are released for the following week and can be booked via the webpage of the property to visit.

To find out more visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk