World Heritage Day: Addressing Risks to UK’s Historic Sites
The global theme for this year’s World Heritage Day on 18 April is ‘Heritage under Threat from Disasters and Conflicts: Preparedness and Learning from 60 Years of ICOMOS Actions.’ The UK’s historical sites are interlinked with the nation’s cultural fabric. They have survived centuries of change – economic upheaval, wars, and natural disasters. Now they…
Georgian Grandeur at Saltram: My 40-Property Challenge
The next stamp in my trusty National Trust passport was achieved at Saltram, a beautiful Georgian mansion overlooking the River Plym in Devon. I’m embarrassed to admit that the first thing I did was fail to find the entrance to the property. In my defence, it was not well labelled. This hiccup also allowed me…
Exploring Agatha Christie’s Greenway: My 40-Property Challenge
Rowenna has opted for a unique fortieth birthday celebration, aiming to visit forty National Trust properties. Her first stop, Agatha Christie’s Greenway, captivated them with history and charm.
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