These attractions were the most visited from 2020-2021. They were the most popular for a reason, and we have ranked them from the least visited to the most.

10. Belton House

Belton is perfect for the whole family including your furry friends. Belton is perfect for every season with plenty of wonderful walks to explore. During the spring you will be able to watch the beautiful flowers blossom and the trees turn full and bushy once again. The Pleasure Grounds are filled with colour over the spring and summer as the yellow primroses, blue scilla and bluebells surround the grounds. The Belton Deer are often not far from the house during winter as it is usually quieter.

For the little ones they have an adventure playground where they can let off some steam! Whilst the parents can have a little break from walking themselves. We know that the dogs will love being taken on an adventure around these 1300 acres too as they discover new smells and scenery.

9. Sheffield Park and Garden

Family days out are always brilliant when visiting Sheffield Park, with plenty to discover and explore the whole family will be fully engaged and everyone can enjoy themselves. There are wonderful trees within the garden, and each one is unique. The Toll Play Area has plenty of challenges to face including the tree trunk trail where you have to jump from one stump to another. All equipment within this play area has been made from trees. Discover the rope bridge that carries you across the River Ouse and there is only a short walk from this river to the village of Newick.

8. Fountains Abbey

This Heritage site has a beautiful water garden surrounding the Ancient Abbey ruins. The Abbey is filled with plenty of history and stories which you can learn about when exploring the site. Porters Lodge is where you can read about the story of the Abbey beforehand. The Mill on this site is also the oldest standing building that is supported by the National Trust. When exploring the gardens you can also visit the deer park where sike, red and fallow deer roam free.

7. Anglesey Abbey

Anglesey Abbey is available to visit indoor, outdoor or both. The house is available to discover from March, you can explore the Living Room, Long Gallery, Oak Room, Dining Room, Tapestry Hall and the domestic wing. The garden is designed to look beautiful all year round, with sections for different seasons where autumn plants will shine during their season and the same for every other seasonal plant. There is also a beautiful garden filled with statues that are known to be one of the finest collections in the country. The Lode Mill is another reason why people love to explore this site as the mill was restored in 1934 and completed by 1936.

6. Polesden Lacey

The house is available to explore as well as the estate itself. You can explore the house yourself or if you would like you can book a guided tour. The rooms available to discover on your visit will be the lobby, central hall, dining room, picture corridors, library and many many more. There are waymarked walks for you to venture around in the garden, but there are also plenty of other walks that you can create yourself as you go along. Polesdon Lacey has plenty of walking groups to join for a social walk around the beautiful grounds.

5. Calke Abbey

Walking around Calke Abbey is magical, the grounds are peaceful and there is plenty of space to explore. You can cycle around Calke if you prefer, you can discover the Tramway Trail when riding your bikes with the surfaced paths that are easily accessible. The site also has a woodland play area to enjoy with the kids. Their ‘un-stately’ home is also available to discover, the rooms have been left how they were found. You will be able to visit the abandoned rooms filled with collections of odd and unique objects.

4. Clumber Park

Clumber Park covers over 3,800 acres. With widespread parkland, woods and heath. Explore the picturesque site freely, the woodland and lake are a must-see when visiting this park. You can also cycle along the bike trails when if you prefer. Dogs are welcome too and we are sure they will have plenty of fun discovering these beautiful walks. There are many fun historical facts to learn about Clumber Park when visiting.

3. Dunham Massey

Dunham Massey is the ideal medieval deer park. Ancient trees stand tall across the grounds and deers roam free in the open grassland. Dogs are welcome on the grounds but are permitted to specific areas which are perfect for a new and exciting walk of discovery. This site has been riddled with history and you can learn about all the previous ongoings that happened across this site.

2. Cliveden

Being the second most visited attraction of the National Trust, we can see why. This site has wonderful views covering the Thames and further. They have wonderful woodlands to explore as well as beautifully kept gardens. There are gardens that are perfect to visit through all seasons. The Chapel is also available to visit, this is also known as the Octagon Temple and is filled with plenty of stories.

1. Attingham Park

Coming in at first place is Attingham Park! With plenty of space and scenic views, this was the most visited site of the National Trust between 2020-21. You have miles of walks to discover. Tour the house and walk across the wonderful landscapes. The wildlife at Attingham is incredible with unique birds, interesting insects and incredible mammals you will be impressed by. The estate has plenty going on such as farming, being home to wildlife and having plenty of housing for other people in the estate with more than enough space to spare.

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