Who appoints National Trust trustees?
Who appoints National Trust trustees? The Council plays an important role in how the Trust is governed. Its main responsibilities are to appoint the members of the Board of Trustees (our governing body) and to monitor and support their work. Council members meet three times a year to debate key strategic issues and advise the Board of Trustees.
How much does the Director General of the National Trust earn?
The director-general of the Trust, Hilary McGrady, is paid an annual salary of £195,700, with a further eight executives being paid over £100,000 a year. The Trust is not a real living wage employer. In July 2020 the Trust announced that 1,200 jobs were at risk due to the coronavirus pandemic.
What is the most visited National Trust property?
With over 500,000 annual visitors, Attingham Park was the most visited National Trust property in 2020-21. Giant's Causeway, in Northern Ireland, is the most Instagrammable National Trust site, with 319,000 posts tagged at this location.
Is lifetime membership of National Trust worth it?
Benefits of being a National Trust life member: Free entry to more than 500 places in our care. Free parking at most National Trust car parks. National Trust Handbook, full of information about the places we look after. National Trust Magazine three times a year, packed with inspiration, interviews and news.
Which country has the most National Trust properties?
Note that although most National Trust properties are in England, the Trust does care for several properties in Wales as well.
What is the oldest National Trust property?
Alfriston Clergy House in Alfriston, Polegate, East Sussex, England, was the first built property to be acquired by the National Trust. It was purchased in 1896 for £10. The house lies adjacent to the Church of St. Andrew.
Which is better National Trust or English Heritage?
Both charities offer access to amazing properties and it will come down to what you want to see. English Heritage is better if you love history while the National Trust includes lots more outside locations and a wider variety of days out.