The National Trust looks after 300+ historic houses, more than 600,000 acres of land & 700 miles of coastline, so you’ll never run out of things to do with NT membership. Follow our round up of 2026 National Trust membership deals, promotions & even free ticket offers;
1. National Trust Membership
National Trust Membership offers great value for money for those planning a number of visits over the year plus a great free parking perk too. Our National Trust Membership Guide sets out some of the additional advantages of family membership that includes up to 10 children or grandchildren, (17 years & under), for FREE! Often if you if pay by annual direct debit, there are additional promotions that you can take advantage of.
2. National Trust; The National Lottery Open Week, (7-15 March 2026)
Each year, the National Lottery Open Week offers FREE entry promotions alongside discounts and special offers on an array of visitor attractions around the UK. This promotion covers hundreds of National Trust settings that open their doors free of charge as part of this free entry offer. Participating National Trust settings include Calke Abbey, Dunster Castle, Buckland Abbey, Baddesley Clinton, Packwood House, Bodiam Castle, Powis Castle & Garden, Chirk Castle, Sutton Hoo & Wimpole Estate. Running 7-15 March 2026, you can find more details and a full list of participating National Trust settings over at 2026 National Lottery Open Week.
Coughton Court, (phot; Phil Loach)
3. National Trust Family Membership includes up to 10 Children/Grandchildren FREE
The great advantage with National Trust Family Membership is that it includes up to 10 children or grandchildren for free, (5-17 years). As children under 5 years also gain FREE entry too, this membership subscription can offer some substantial family savings over the course of the year. Good to see that this relates to both the 1 & 2 adult family membership rates for full flexibility. This offer includes all children for whom you have parental responsibility or who are living with you, including children who are fostered or placed with you for adoption plus grandchildren but unfortunately cannot be combined with senior discounted membership. To be eligible for this offer, children must be under 18 years & children’s names need to be listed when making a purchase.
4. Gardeners’ World Magazine 2 for 1 Discount Card
Each year Gardeners’ World Magazine runs a 2 for 1 discount card that is valid at over 380 gardens around the UK & Ireland that can be used throughout the year, (t&c’s apply). Whilst you can no longer pick up either the May or September edition of Gardeners’ World Magazine, worth checking if you can order a back copy. We’ve seen a number of National Trust settings nestled within this promotion including Coughton Court, Benthall Hall, Buckland Abbey, Berrington Hall & Biddulph Grange Garden. In Wales you’ll also find National Trust’s Bodnant Garden, Dyffryn Gardens & Arboretum & Powis Castle & Penrhyn Castle. Checking through the full list of participating attractions within the 2 for 1 discount guide including full terms and conditions.
More details available at 2 for 1 Gardeners’ World Offer.
5. National Trust Senior Membership, (save 25%)
The National Trust offers a reduced priced pensioners membership rate for those age 60 years or over BUT you have to ask for it! You can save 25% off individual or joint adults rates if you are an existing member aged 60 years or over, and you’ve been a member for at least the last three consecutive years. Simply call 0344 800 1895 for further details as you will not automatically receive this discount and unfortunately it cannot be back dated.
Blakeney Nature Reserve, (photo; Phil Loach)
6. FREE National Trust Pass
From time to time, the National Trust teams up with selected newspaper and magazine publications to offer a FREE National Trust Pass. This free passes offer single-use entry to participating National Trust settings for up to 2 adults & 3 children or 1 adult & 4 children. These promotions tend to take place during quieter times of the year but we’ll bring you more details if this free entry offer runs again later this year.
7. Heritage Open Days; Free Entry
Look out for Heritage Open Days that offers FREE entry to 5000+ historic houses, castles & gardens within England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland including select National Trust settings. These open doors weekends run during September each year offering you the chance to enjoy complimentary entry to a range of sites, many of which that normally attract admission charges. Within their offering, we’ve seen National Trust settings such as Little Moreton Hall, Basildon Park, Packwood House Calke Abbey, Newark Park, Wallington Hall & Trengwainton Gardens. Heritage Open Days will run from 11-20 September 2026 where we’ll bring you more details as they come in.
8. National Trust Membership Reciprocal Arrangements
Did you know that National Trust members can enjoy FREE entry to similar heritage settings around the World? This reciprocal arrangement is in place for settings far and wide including Scotland, Jersey, Australia & Italy and offers members great savings further afield and can link in nicely with travel abroad. Find out more details over at National Trust Reciprocal Arrangements.
Avebury Manor, (photo; Phil Loach)
9. Tesco Clubcard Vouchers
Unfortunately clubcard vouchers cannot be redeemed against National Trust membership although previously we’ve seen eligibility for settings under the National Trust for Scotland. Worth keeping an eye out to see if this runs again in the future or, alternatively, redeem clubcard vouchers against English Heritage/Cadw membership that offers value for money for Tesco shoppers. More details of this and many other offers available at Cheap English Heritage Membership Offers.
10. National Trust Membership; FREE Guest Pass
Sign up for National Trust membership via annual direct debit you can pick up a FREE guest pass that is valid until 31 December 2026, (t&c’s apply). This single-use guest pass offers one guest complimentary entry to participating National Trust setting allowing you & a friend a chance to explore together. Simply sign up for National Trust membership, pay via annual direct debit and await your welcome pack that includes your free guest pass. To redeem the pass, you will need to present both your membership card and the guest pass to a team member on the day.
11. Cheap Tickets to the National Trust
There are a growing number of visitor attractions that are willing reduce their entrance fees as an enticement to reduce your personal carbon footprint. Previously, National Trust were offering discounted entry to many of it’s settings around the country for those who arrive without the car with 1 in 6 settings now offering reduced price entrance or tea room vouchers for those arriving without the car. Worth double checking if this discount is available at the NT setting of your choice.
Baddesley Clinton, (photo: Phil Loach)
12. National Trust Film & TV Locations
Follow in the footsteps of the stars with our round-up of the most popular TV & Film locations. Not surprisingly the National Trust offers plenty of authentic backdrops to many of our well known costume dramas & fantasy worlds. You can find out more information over in our guide to National Trust Film & TV Locations.
13. English Heritage Membership Offers
For those that enjoy National Trust membership, look out for a range of English Heritage offers running throughout the UK. Take advantage of promotional codes, membership offers and even FREE entry deals for those looking to stretch their savings even further.
MORE INFORMATION AVAILABLE WITHIN OUR GUIDE English Heritage Membership Offers & Deals.
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Can we join the national trust on a visit to one of your houses, then visit another on the same week..
Hi Patricia, you can become a National Trust member by applying online, by phone or joining in person at a National Trust site. You will receive a temporary membership card that will allow you access to National Trust site and can be used until your membership card & welcome pack arrives in the post, (this can take up to 28 days to arrive), Liz
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
is an annual membership mandatory to become a member?
Thanks for your answer.
Johannes
Hi Johannes, National Trust only offers annual membership options that allows you to access NT settings over a 12 month period. Alternatively, you can simply pay for individual entry to a particular National Trust setting rather than invest in membership, hope that helps, Liz
I have a suggestion you might consider; an annual pass at a NT property that is local. If you cannot afford membership, an annual pass at a local property would bring in income in the form of shop purchases and tea room visits, when friends and family come to meet up, who might not visit because of the price for entry. In this way the Trust gain on repeat visits and pass holders can enjoy a quick walk, picnic or encounter with friends on several occasions per year. I would love this!
Hi Amanda, I like your thinking and sounds like a great idea to open up selected National Trust settings to those that live within the vicinity. We at Topdogdays are independent of all visitor attractions including National Trust setting – we simply let you know where the deals can be found. We’d certainly be sharing information around a local NT membership offer should this take off in the future, thanks for reaching out, Liz
Have I renewed Gift MEMBERSHIP for 2025 for my daughter and son-in-law(mr & mrs C.T) My membership no.is JSE:*** *****
thank you
Mrs I Norris
Hi Mrs Norris, thank you for your query regarding National trust membership. We at Topdogdays are independent of all visitor attractions including National Trust, we simply let you know where the deals can be found. Probably best to contact the National Trust directly with the renewal query. You can email them over at enquiries@nationaltrust.org, kind regards, Liz
Membership price for Forestery national. trust. Son wife x family thank you. xx
Hi, Forestry England do indeed run 2 membership options where you can select to become either a national member or a local member. These Forestry England membership schemes are separate to National Trust membership, Liz
I have always frequented many Nation Trust sites but always paid full entry prices never making myself and my wife members. I have had to walk away from a 54 year marriage ,have got PTSD and classed disabled. Now on my own after many traumatic years I need to get out and about more than ever but am disappointed that I have to pay full subscription price at the age of 76yrs.
Thankyou for giving me the opportunity to make this statement.
Mike. J. Higton
P. S. Although I have an email address I am not computer literate, thankyou.
Hi Mike, thanks for getting in touch with your feedback regarding National Trust senior membership. We at Topdogdays are independent of all visitor attractions, including the National Trust, so unfortunately are not involved in the running of their senior membership offer. I can understand your frustrations having supported the National Trust over a number of years but unfortunately they will only look to offer senior membership to those that have been a member for at least the last three consecutive years. There is currently a free National Trust voucher you can make use until 20 October that will secure 2 adults and up to 3 children or 1 adult and up to 4 children free entry to a large number of their settings, (some exclusions apply) that might be of interest to you, all the best, Liz
Hello, I get attendance allowance for my disabilities of arthritis, polymyalgia and various disabilies. My husband and I belong to the national trust and he is 78 and I am 72. When my husband joined the national trust he did not relize that because I am disabled and getting attendance allowance would only needed to pay for one person as he is my carer. He is Anthony Wright and our address is XXXXXXX. Could you please email me to let me know if we can change our subscription for the lower rate if this is correct. Look forward to hearing from you. Thankyou. Mrs Sue Wright
Hi Susan, you can find more information about the Essential Companion Card that offers free entry for a carer or companion over at Access for Everyone – National Trust.
As a possible new member am I eligible to attend and vote at the AGM in October?
Hi Avril, you can find more information about AGM and voting options over at National Trust AGM, hope that helps, Liz
No answer found. As a member of N T. I have two complimentary tickets,
can I use it just for one person.
Ms Judith Drew
Hi Judith, we at Topdogdays are independent of the National Trust, (we simply let you know where the deals are), so perhaps worth contacting the National Trust directly with your query as I do not have the full terms and conditions of this free ticket offer, Liz
Why does the national trust not accept tesco vouchers. This would enable me to visit national trust venues with my family.
Hi Marie, unfortunately you are correct in thinking that National Trust do not accept Tesco clubcard vouchers against membership, (although Cadw does). You do have the option of using clubcard vouchers against English Heritage or RHS membership that might be worth considering? We’ve put together some alternative options for cheap National Trust membership that might be of interest including free sweeteners, (free £5 M&S gift card), senior discounts or family membership that includes up to 10 children free entry. Liz
It’s very informative!
Hi Stephen, thanks for taking the time to comment. Glad you’ve found the information of interest, here’s hoping you find a National Trust deal or discount that suits, all the best, Liz
Dear sir/madam
Thank you for your letter regarding membership.
We would like to claim our 25 percent concession for our joint membership with effect from May 2019.
Many Thanks
David and Linda Tillison
Hi David & Linda, thanks for getting in touch. We, at Topdogdays, are independent of the National Trust and so are unable to help you with this matter. Best to contact the National Trust directly to seek further clarification, all the best, Liz
Is National Trust free for children in August
Hi Mary, whilst I’ve come across a free entry offer for children at National Trust properties some years back, I am not aware of any current free offers. Membership can often offer the best savings for those planning NT trips throughout the year, Liz
We currently have a joint senior membership with the scottish national trust. Can you advise whether this membership covers our grandchildren? Many thanks.
Hi Janice, the family membership options at the Scottish National Trust allow entry for up to six children, (opt for either 1 adult or 2 adult family membership) but unfortunately the joint senior membership is only available for 2 adults, one of which must be 60 years or over, and does not include children, all the best, Liz
There are places that offer 2 for 1 for N.T members.This is not part of,or run by the N.t.
Hi Nick, thanks for your feedback on National Trust offers & 2 for 1 vouchers. Topdogdays is indeed independent of all visitor attractions, including the National Trust &,English Heritage, and simply let you know where the curent offers lie. All the best, Liz
I am looking to purchase family membership for the National Trust. Are there any promotional codes or special offers available on NT membership at the moment?
Hi Irene, I’m a firm fan of National Trust family membership that includes up to 10 children/grandchildren within your subscription. You can also pick 1 or 2 adult NT family membership so there’s plenty of options available to suit all sizes of family. New National Trust members can also apply for a £5 M&S gift card if they pay for membership by was of direct debit, (you can find more details within our main National Trust article).
Is there a pensioners discount for new members to the National Trust
Hi Mike, unfortunately this in not a discounted senior rate for new National Trust members. The National Trust senior rate is only available to those that have been members for 5 years or more, (within the last 10 years), and are now over 60 years old. I hope that answers your question? Kind regards, Liz
Have tried to page your seniors gift card value £15.00 but unable to find the connection on line , We wish to become members of N Trust ,,please let us know how to find the voucher Thank You K Fairhead
Hi, whilst Topdogdays is independent of National Trust, you can find more information about gift cards over at National Trust Gift Card Online Shop. Hope this helps, Liz
I want to join and be able to take my 5 grandchildren,but as they do not live at the same address your memberships do not cover this.If you charged less you would get a lot more members
Hi Evelyn, thanks for your feedback on the National Trust membership schemes. Whilst Topdogdays is independent of National Trust, I can share your frustration that the family membership only relates to children all living at the same address. There is a discounted senior National Trust membership rate that is available to those over 60 years that have been NT members for 5 years or more, (within the last 10 years), that might be of interest to you? Kind regards, Liz
how much is a membership for a couple of pensioners to join as my husband is partially sighted and i am his carer
Mrs Dilley, there is a senior membership rate but unfortunately this is only available to those that are over 60 years and have been a National Trust member for 5 out of the last 10 years. Regarding the National Trust policy for visitors with disabilities it states;
‘Our admission policy admits the necessary companion, or carer, of a disabled visitor free of charge, on request, while the normal membership, or admission fee, applies to the disabled visitor. To save having to ‘request’ a companion’s free entry, an ‘Access for all Admit One Card’ can be issued by our Supporter Service Centre. This card is made out in the name of the disabled person, not the companion, so there is not a restriction to taking the same person on each visit.’ It might also be worth finding out whether this also applies to National Trust membership too – you can contact the National Trust call centre on 01793 817634.
I find the whole national trust thing,a waste of time.We joined many years ago for 1 year and like most we exhausted the local ones quickly, common sense tells you that each generation has LESS OR no interest in historic items,even like us at 60 we prefer modern life and modern things to visit.National trust is now run by well paid business people who live in a social circle and want to keep it that way, Use your brains man,as they say up north reduce your prices for monday to friday to half,or 2 for 1,reduce your out priced cafe prices,it is all only basic items,your aim should be to get people through the doors who will spend more,who return on regular basis.MEMBERSHIP IS JUST A CON TO KEEP TAKING DIRECT DEBITS YEAR AFTER YEAR.
Hi Martin, thank you for your comments on the National Trust membership offer. Whilst topdogdays is independent of the National Trust, (we just let you know where the deals are), it is interesting to hear your thoughts on value for money. I suppose the National Trust might suggest that their running costs are such that they need to bring in a certain level of income through their membership fee income. I do take your point that if you are no longer making use of National Trust membership then it makes sense to cancel you direct debit to ensure membership no longer continues.
Can I use the promotional code for the national trust if I am looking to purchase membership just for 1 year?
Hi Sheila, you do need to sign up for direct debit to take advantage of this National Trust Promo code. However there is nothing to stop you from cancelling the direct debit before the next year’s membership is due:)
We support the National Trust, but we are neither UK residents nor long-term visitors. We live in the USA and visit England for 1-2 weeks each year to cruise on our shared-ownership narrowboat “Willoughby”, and hopefully to also visit one at least one NT property. As you are aware, many Americans, Canadians, and others also visit only briefly.
So might the National Trust consider offer a modified annual membership (e.g. for less than a month, and/or for say reduced rate entry into more than 3 NT properties) for foreigners who visit briefly? I suggest that could tap an otherwise largely untapped source of income for the NT.
Finally, does “OAP” apply to a non-citizen whose passport documents that his/her age as over 75?
Thank you for considering these questions.
Cheers! Vic Rodwell
Hi Victor, I don’t know if you have come across the National Trust Touring Pass that provides access to National Trust setting for overseas visitors. The Touring Pass is available to purchase for 7 or 14 days and gives access to over 300 houses & gardens in England, Wales & Northern Ireland during your chosen period. Prices start at £25 for 1 adult, (7 day pass) with 2 adult & family pass options too. This might be something to consider?
I understand the membership is cheaper for OAPs. could you please tell me what the membership cost is for OAPs? Thank you
Hi Henrietta, if you take advantage of the promo code and pay by direct debit, the individual senior National Trust membership price is £50 for those age 60 years & over. If you prefer to pay by credit/debit card, the senior membership price is £60. NT members that are 60+ and have held membership for at least 5 years in the past 10 years, can also pick up further discounts but you will either need to email them directly or phone the National Trust on 0344 800 1895 (local call rates apply) to secure this discounted rate. I hope this helps, kind regards Liz
We are joint members.
We are both well past 60 and do not pay the reduced rate. We read about this in the Times – that you have to ask. Why? This is only clear online, so we have been paying the standard rate rather that the over 60’s rate for a decade. If we have to ask, why not make this clear er on the renewal. NT skullduggery.
Our renewal is due and we are now asking for the over 60’s rate to be applied to this year’s fee.
Hi Ian, Topdogdays is independent of the National Trust, (we simply let you know where the deals are), so you are best contacting the National Trust directly to request the senior reduced NT membership rate. I have to agree it is a shame that you have to request this reduced fee rather than being offered it automatically but hope you manage to resolve matters quickly. Kind regards, Liz
If we buy a membership for our disabled son aged 20,how much will it be and do his carers go in for free ?
Many thanks.
Hi Dawn, the National Trust states that their ‘admission policy admits the necessary companion, or carer, of a disabled visitor free of charge, on request, while the normal membership, or admission fee, applies to the disabled visitor.’ For more information, you can contact the National Trust directly on 01793 817634.
Its such a shame there is no membership for just 1 local site to accomodate us doggie walkers. Not everyone wants to travel to see all the sites and buildings. Just want a healthy walk at the local trust site. I think alot more people would buy a local cheaper pass and increase revenue overall.
Hi Rebekah, I love your idea – I could see the potential benefits for local people plus added revenue for the National Trust too. Whilst we are independent of the National Trust and unfortunately do not have any influence over policy, I have to say it sounds a cracking idea to me:)
Where can I get a list of all places I can visit free as a member of the National Trust
Hi Jack, you can see the full list of National Trust settings over on the National Trust Site.
WHEN ARE YOU GOING TO INTRODUCE MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR OVER 60’S. i AM 70 AND ON A LIMITED INCOME. I WOULD LOVE TO SEE SOME OF THE BEAUTIFUL PLACES THE TRUST OWNS BUT I CANNOT AFFORD THE ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION IN ONE PAYMENT, MY WIFE AND I WERE MEMBERS SOME YEARS AGO AND LOVED THE PLACES WE VISITED AROUND THE COUNTRY. PLEASE CONSIDER OUR PLIGHT!!!!
THANK YOU
Hi Clive, thank you for your feedback on National Trust memberships. I have to say I like your thinking and I can see it makes financial sense to offer a monthly payment plan. Whilst we at Topdogdays are independent of National Trust, (and any other visitor attraction), you may wish to pass your comments directly to the National Trust. You can email then directly on enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk.
?remember reading about eating N.T meals during sept and getting 2 for one pudding vouchers for oct 2013 now not find offer in magazine ??
Hi Mary, I’ve come across a free pudding offer from the National Trust that might be of interest to you?
Good Afternoon Team
We are visiting Dorset/Hampshire within the next couple of weeks. Do you have any special discounts for 2 pensioners please.
Thank you very much
Kind Wishes
Barbara Brodie
Hi Barbara, the National Trust deals tend to concentrate upon their annual membership offers & I cannot find any specific deals for the Dorset/Hampshire regions. If you have been National Trust members for 5 years or more, (in the last 10 years), & are now over 60, you can take advantage of reduced price pensioners membership. Alternatively if you join the National Trust online & pay by direct debit, you can take advantage of 3 months free membership. Have a lovely holiday. All the best, Liz
This dicount card no longer applies to national trust properties
Thanks Kirsty, we’ll update our National Trust offers page accordingly:)
We have been joint members for many years and my husband has just turned 60, however on contacting the NT i was told that nothing could be done as he is not the lead member. As i am not yet 60 we will have to continue paying the 92 pounds until i am, i do feel this is a bit unfair, is there any way around this?
Gosh that seems a tad unfair but unfortunately we are independent of the National Trust and don’t have any say over their senior reduced membership offer. Appreciate you taking the time to let us know though so we can pass this on to our readers.
Our joint membership is due for renewal – how much is a direct debit joint senior reduced rate please? We have been members for over 6 years
Hi Vivien, thanks for your query regarding National Trust membership rates. Topdogdays signposts to deals & discounts for visitor attractions & is independent from the National Trust so best to contact the NT directly for membership rates. I understand that the senior membership is available to those that have been members for 5 years or more, (within the last 10 years), and are now over 60 years old. You can contact the National Trust directly on 0844 800 1895 or enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk.
As my two grandchildren are now over 5 years of age, is the Trust going to repeat last years “Kids go free in August”
Hi Ann we’ve been told that the National Trust is not going to be running the national Kids Go Free Offer in August this year. I understand that a select number of National Trust settings will be offering kids go free offers but, as yet, we’ve no further details. We’re sure to update our National Trust offers page as we hear more information on this. It is a shame as this was a fantastic deal over the past few years.
My self and my mother want to visit National Trust properties this year. Neither of us drive. I am still finding it difficult to access information on how to get to the properties without a car and on which properties give free tea vouchers etc. Please make this information more accessible and increase your incentives for non-drivers.
Hi Jill, thanks for your feedback. Whilst we are independent from the National Trust, (Topdogdays signposts to deals & discounts to visitor attractions), your suggestions have been noted and could perhaps be incorporated into future blog posts regarding National Trust properties.
Tried to join up but I keep getting the message’ we are having tech problems’
Are you aware of this?
Thanks
Phil, the National Trust website seems to be working today, so perhaps some technical glitch over the Bank Holiday.
What a lovely opportunity for families to she what a wonderful world this is and hopefully feel like joining the National Trust
Yes, it’s a great chance to see what the National Trust has to offer.
The price of joint membership on your lead page is £66.37 and when I proceed to booking it changes to £69.00. This is not what I expect of an orgernisation of your reputation! What is going on?
My apologies for this, this have now been updated.
We were members within the last 10 years for 5 years but gave up a few years ago because of illness. Could you give me information about cheaper membership please
Maurich, The National Trust site states that they offer a Senior membership to;
“Members aged 60+, who have held National Trust membership for a total of at least 5 years in the last 10 years. To buy senior membership, please call the Membership Department on 0844 800 1895.”
It would be worth giving them a call to see if you are still eligible for this.