National Trust's Lyme Park, featured in BBC's 1995 adaptation of Pride & Prejudice, is just one of the places you can visit for free.
With autumn on the horizon, there's no better way to make the most of the season than with a free National Trust pass. That's right, you've got the opportunity to grab free entry to their historical sites up and down the UK, and DesignMyNight are here to tell you how.
What Is A National Trust Family Day Pass?
The pass grants free entry for up to two adults and three children, or one adult and four children. Depending on where you're visiting, these can cost up to £55.
Do I Need To Have Kids To Use A National Trust Free Family Pass?
No, though it's still limited to a maximum of one or two adults per pass.
How Do I Get A Free National Trust Pass?
National Trust Heritage Open Days are back, running four different festivals around the UK in September 2025, including Heritage Open Days in England, Open Doors/ Drysau Agored in Wales, Scotland's Doors Open Days and European Heritage Open Days in Northern Ireland. Expect free entry to selected National Trust and National Trust by Scotland properties.
When Can I Use National Trust's Free Pass?
Free entry as part of Heritage Open Days 2025 is running on the following dates:
- England: 12th - 21st September 2025
- Wales: every day in September 2025
- Scotland: every weekend in September 2025
- Northern Ireland: 13th - 14th September 2025
Where Can I Visit Using My Free National Trust Pass?
There are hundreds of National Trust locations in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, plus National Trust by Scotland's locations, that will be free during this period. Use the Heritage Open Days website to filter for National Trust properties that are taking part.
Will I Need To Book In Advance To Use My Pass?
Some locations participating in Heritage Open Days will require you to book your free ticket in advance, while others still operate on a walk-in basis. Please check before travelling, as not all properties are taking part - or are only taking part on select days.
Visit the website of your chosen National Trust location to check if it's participating and pre-book your slot.
Is Parking Free With A National Trust Free Pass?
No, parking charges at properties and locations will still apply, even with a free pass and on Heritage Open Days.
