Back in 1895, we were founded with the aim of saving our nation's heritage and open spaces. 116 years later, we're still working hard to uphold these values.

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Where is it?

Collection of silver fish used as scent containers, vinaigrettes and for ornament © NTPL/Andreas von Einsiedel

It's fair to say we look after a lot of things; from places and spaces to objects and artefacts. Find out more about the collections we manage and where you can see them in our 'Where is it' guide.

Fifty things you never knew about us

Barman standing at the Crown Bar, Great Victoria Street, Belfast © NTPL/Rod Edwards

A barman pours a pint of stout

Bet you never knew we own 35 pubs, or that Sir Isaac Newton's apple tree resides on our land? How about the little known fact that Stourhead was the inspiration for Lady Penelope's residence in the original Thunderbirds?

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