Winter walks

Blow away the cobwebs with a great winter walk

1 CHARTWELL, NATIONAL TRUST

Take a winter wander around the gardens at Chartwell or up into the surrounding woodlands as the autumn leaves fade away. Nearby Mariners Hill reveals far-reaching views out over the Weald for those wanting a longer walk, starting from our carpark.

Westerham, Kent TN16 1PS | nationaltrust.org.uk/chartwell

2 EMMETTS GARDEN, NATIONAL TRUST

One of the highest points across the Weald of Kent, winter reveals the landscape in full from the many viewpoints along our estate walk. In the South Garden evergreens steal the show, each different to the next, from the large blue Atlas cedar to the dropping Brewer’s spruce.

Sevenoaks, Kent TN14 6BA | nationaltrust.org.uk/emmetts-garden

3 GLAMIS CASTLE

Situated in heart of Angus, Glamis Castle is renowned for its rich history. The castle offers guided tours where visitors can explore the fascinating 100 year history whilst the gardens have an array of outdoor spaces including The Italian Garden, Nature Trail, Walled Garden and the atmospheric Macbeth Trail. Angus, Scotland DD8 1RJ | 01307 840393 | glamis-castle.co.uk

4 DYFFRYN GARDENS, NATIONAL TRUST

Enjoy the delights of frosty winter days with a stroll around Dyffryn Gardens, a 55-acre Edwardian restoration garden. With the grounds far from dormant in the cooler months, there’ll be something different to see every time you visit. Explore seasonal highlights with self-guided winter walks from December to February. Vale of Glamorgan CF5 6FZ | nationaltrust.org.uk/dyffryn-gardens

5 HOLKHAM PARK AND BEACH

What better way to spend wintertime than exploring the beautiful landscapes at Holkham in north Norfolk. Whether you choose to explore the historic parkland, adventure round the lake or head off down Lady Anne’s Drive to Holkham beach, Norfolk’s expansive skies and horizons are sure to reinvigorate the mind and soul. Holkham, Norfolk NR23 1AB | 01328 713111 | holkham.co.uk