A covert and secretive wilderness lies just off the Suffolk coast.   Endangered plants and animals make their home alongside eerie abandoned buildings, with rumours of strange goings-on having shrouded this place for years.   Uncover the truth about the dangers lurking beneath the surface at one of our most unusual places, Orford Ness.   Look out for a new series of the National Trust Podcast in spring 2023.   Until then you can find out more about National Trust audio series at: nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts If you’d like to share feedback on our podcasts with us, or woul ..read more

Many of us grew up reading about Peter Rabbit and Mrs Tiggywinkle, but how much do you know about the woman behind the stories?  In this episode we explore the lesser-known sides of Beatrix Potter. Discover how her love of natural science, fascination with fungi and knack for sheep farming formed the author we know and love.  Experience the remarkable world of Beatrix Potter for yourself at the Drawn to Nature exhibition at the V&A Museum in partnership with the National Trust, on display until 8 January 2023.  To find out more, go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/v ..read more

Just beneath our feet lies a hidden world of ancient curiosities and undiscovered treasures.  But laying your hands on them and figuring out exactly what they are requires some extra special underfloor sleuthing to sort the rubbish from the rarities. An archaeological adventure awaits in the story of the Dust Detectives… Thank you to Anna Forrest, Matthew Champion, and Dr David Skinner DPhil (Oxon) for contributions to this episode. Among the music featured is a performance of early Tudor Choral song by Dr Skinner’s Choir ‘Alamire’. For more episodes and information please visit www ..read more

A safari through a land where nothing is at it seems uncovers the story of an audacious Victorian inventor known as the Magician of the North.  ..read more

If historic houses are the treasure boxes that keep the jewels within them safe, what happens when the box starts to fall apart? Find out how one precious item was left hanging when unusual activity in the area caused the walls around it to buckle and crumble ..read more

Hiking, running, and cycling can be great ways to get from A to B for the environmentally conscious traveller.  And if you’re feeling very adventurous, for a truly alternative mode of transport you could even embrace the power of the paddle. Paddlesports at National Trust places Discover more about paddlesports at National Trust places. Some National Trust locations which are accessible by water may not be featured on this list. Please check with individual properties about their facilities.  Paddleboarding resources We hope this episode has inspired you to begin your own padd ..read more

Mae'r Gymraeg yn un o ieithoedd byw hynaf Ewrop, ond pa ran chwaraeodd ffermdy bychan ger Penmachno yng ngoroesiad yr iaith hyd heddiw? Ymunwch a Betsan Powys wrth iddi fynd ar siwrne i Dŷ Mawr Wybrnant i ddysgu mwy am Esgob William Morgan, un o gewri'r genedl sy'n cael ei adnabod gan lawer fel gwaredwr yr iaith Gymraeg ..read more

Speaking and reading the language of your country of origin is something many people take for granted. But for many in the country of Wales, being able to engage with these elements of Welsh heritage takes on a much greater significance. That's because if it wasn’t from a very special man and a very special book, these elements of Wales' culture could have been lost to the sands of time ..read more

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At Knole house in Kent, there’s an endangered red list species lurking amid the antique furniture. And after remaining at the property for hundreds of years, the house team are doing all they can to ensure its survival for the future ..read more