Stories

With still a few days left to dream about an English summer, we encourage you to try out a few recipes from a new book on jam-making from the National Trust. From Gooseberry Curd to Rose Petal Jelly to a Traditional Red Berry Jam, National Trust Book of Jam by Sara Lewis has something for everyone.

From the familiar Fish and Chips to something called Cullen Skink, we encourage you to explore our British fish recipes this summer season.

This month, to celebrate the National Trust's Great Scone Bake on June 28, we are featuring that most iconic of British treats

Learn how to create the Boodle's Orange Fool, a Blackcurrant Flummery and a trifle that would have pleased the characters of a Jane Austen novel.

What evokes a traditional British picnic more than pork pies and piccalilli? Okay, maybe a few other things. But, unlike Americans, the Brits do include cold savory pies with condiments in their picnic baskets. Learn how to conjure up this dish in your own kitchen here.

Traveling to the UK this holiday season? Be sure to visit a holiday market during your trip! Here are some National Trust homes hosting markets this year:

Get a taste of life below stairs by visiting these kitchens on your next trip to the U.K.

Last month, the Royal Oak board was hosted by the Matthews family for a tour and tea at their home, Rayrigg Hall, in the Lake District.