Want to explore the UK’s historic sites and natural beauty spots without breaking the bank? A National Trust discount code can help you enjoy more-affordable access to more than 500 breathtaking locations across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. To help you make the most of your visit, we’ve rounded up the latest National Trust membership discounts, plus saving tips for staycations, family days out, gift shop buys and more.
Ways to save at National Trust
Senior concession
As a thank you to loyal members, the National Trust has a 25 per cent concession for senior members aged 60 or over who have been members for at least three consecutive years. Save £24 or more annually with an individual senior membership for £72 or £120.60 for a joint senior membership.
Senior memberships cannot be completed online. Please call the National Trust on 0344 800 1895 to apply for this discount.
Free £10 gift card or guest pass
Select annual direct debit as your payment method when getting a new joint, family, individual or young person membership to qualify for a £10 gift card or guest pass. The National Trust gift card can be redeemed in any on-site shop or cafe, while the guest pass is a single-use voucher for free entry.
The guest pass is valid at select locations and the member who claimed the benefit must be present. Make sure to check if the National Trust place you want to visit accepts guest passes and whether or not there are any pre-booking requirements.
Young person membership discount
Individual memberships normally cost £96 a year, however, National Trust offers young person memberships for half the price. Anyone aged 18-25 years old can purchase a young person membership for £48.
Enjoy free parking
Another perk of a National Trust membership is free parking. This is available for everyone, aside from junior members under 17, and can save you between £3 and £5 on average per visit. Either scan your National Trust membership card or use the JustPark app to validate your parking.
First-order discount
Sign up for the National Trust newsletter and get 10 per cent off your first online shop order of more than £50. The offer applies to the National Trust online store, which stocks homeware, garden décor, outdoor gear, food and more.
You will also stay up to date on all the National Trust sales, important updates and upcoming events when you register for the newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time if the communication is no longer relevant to you.
National Trust supporter discounts
When you join the National Trust, you’re not just getting access to parks, gardens and buildings, you’ll also unlock exclusive supporter discounts at a range of partner brands and attractions. These include:
Member options
Not sure which membership to choose? Here's a quick breakdown:
- Individual membership: For solo explorers, starting from £96 annually
- Young person membership: For 18-25 year olds, this option is just £48 per year – significantly less than an individual membership
- Junior membership: For just £12 a year, the junior membership gives under-18s unlimited days, all at a pocket-money price
- Joint membership: For two adults living at the same address, from £160.80
- Family membership: For two adults and children up to 17 years of age, starting from £168.60 (or £103.80 for one-parent families)
- Lifetime membership: One-off payment for unlimited visits – ideal for dedicated National Trust lovers
For those making a flying visit to the UK, the explorer pass is ideal. It offers a short-term membership for four, eight or 14 days, with prices starting from £36.
Member benefits
All memberships include the following benefits, which are not available to day visitors:
- Free parking at all National Trust sites
- Access to more than 500 historic houses, gardens, parks and nature reserves across the UK
- Complimentary National Trust handbook with information about each site
- Free National Trust magazine subscription
- Discounted entry to events and attractions on site, such as Christmas markets and light shows
Activities and events
The conservation charity also offers a huge range of free outdoor activities. Whether it’s stargazing, kayaking or rambling, you can choose from more than 900 activities across the UK. Download a number of scenic running routes, such as Cheddar Gorge in Somerset and Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire, but, if you prefer pedal power, you can hire bikes for as little as £5 at select properties.
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How we find the best National Trust deals
Our team of expert deal hunters is committed to finding the latest National Trust discounts, offers and codes to help you save money on travel, days out and unique UK stays. We work closely with the National Trust to highlight genuine offers on memberships, holiday cottages, last-minute bookings and shop savings, so you can explore more for less.
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