National Trust

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National_Trust

The National Trust (Welsh: Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, Irish: Iontaobhas Náisiúnta) is a charity and membership organisation for heritage conservation in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In Scotland, there is the separate and independent National Trust for Scotland.

The Trust was founded in 1895 by Octavia Hill, Sir Robert Hunter and Hardwicke Rawnsley to "promote the permanent preservation for the benefit of the Nation of lands and tenements (including buildings) of beauty or historic interest". It was given statutory powers, starting with the National Trust Act 1907. Historically, the Trust acquired land by gift and sometimes by public subscription and appeal, but after World War II the loss of country houses resulted in many such properties being acquired either by gift from the former owners or through the National Land Fund. Country houses and estates still make up a significant part of its holdings, but it is also known for its protection of wild landscapes such as in the Lake District and Peak District.

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Tour a Bridgerton backdrop at Belton House with the National Trust
Tour a Bridgerton backdrop at Belton House with the National Trust

2023-08-23 10:03:23 UTC

Are you a Bridgerton fan? Then join us behind the scenes at Belton House in Lincolnshire, which is looked after by the National ...


Top 5 English garden to visit in UK | National trust | Great colours and idea #familyfriendly
Top 5 English garden to visit in UK | National trust | Great colours and idea #familyfriendly

2023-08-17 11:00:13 UTC

Disclaimer : This video only serves as an idea for gardens to visit. This doesn't exclude other garden and property maintained by ...


Watch conservation in action with the National Trust as our experts restore The Sultan of Surat
Watch conservation in action with the National Trust as our experts restore The Sultan of Surat

2023-08-07 08:36:01 UTC

Delve into art history with a visit the Royal Oak Conservation Studio in Knole, Kent, where conservators are working to restore The ...


National Trust v English Heritage v Historic Houses: Best membership?
National Trust v English Heritage v Historic Houses: Best membership?

2021-04-17 10:29:47 UTC

In the UK we are absolutely spoiled for choice when it comes to heritage based days out. But, with the National Trust, English ...


The Grandest Sights Of Britain's Countryside  | Treasure From The Air | Real Royalty
The Grandest Sights Of Britain's Countryside | Treasure From The Air | Real Royalty

2020-04-26 16:00:14 UTC

Britain's Treasures from the Air takes a spectacular look at how the National Trust has pursued its simple mission to preserve ...

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