Who owns National Trust company?

Who owns National Trust company? On August 14, 1997 Scotiabank purchased the National Trust Company.

Why donate to National Trust?

For more than 125 years, generations of people have helped us to look after nature, beauty and history. With your support we can continue this vital work, and preserve precious places for everyone, for ever.

Can anyone go to National Trust?

Note for non-members Please note: if you're not a National Trust member, you'll still need to pay for your own entry.

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.

How many employees do the National Trust have?

We have over 11,000 dedicated and skilled employees, who are proud to work for us.

Who is the target audience of the National Trust?

The National Trust's core demographic is the older generation, but it's not because younger audiences aren't interested in heritage. They absolutely are – but they're interested in more recent heritage, particularly 20th century.

How big is National Trust?

With 5.37 million members, over 50,000 volunteers and 10,000 staff, the National Trust is now the biggest conservation charity in Europe, caring for over 250,000 hectares of farmland, over 780 miles of coastline, and 500 historic properties, gardens and nature reserves, for everyone, for ever.

Who were the three founders of the National Trust?

Our founders United by a common belief that nature, beauty and history are for everyone, our three founders, Octavia Hill, Robert Hunter and Hardwicke Rawnsley, set up the National Trust in 1895 so that natural and historic places could be protected for future generations.

Is National Trust worth it?

A National Trust membership is absolutely worth it. With over incredible 500 sites to visit for free throughout the country it is easy to see how the National Trust has amassed so many members! We have now renewed our membership and are looking forward to seeing what places we're able to visit in 2022.

What are the best National Trust places to visit?

Where does the money go for the National Trust?

Funding from the National Trust is awarded to nonprofit organizations and public agencies, and the majority of our funding is awarded for planning and education projects through our National Trust Preservation Funds grant program.

What does National Trust stand for?

Who we are and what we stand for. We protect and care for places so people and nature can thrive. Many millions share the belief that nature, beauty and history are for everyone. So we look after the nation's coastline, historic sites, countryside and green spaces, ensuring everyone benefits.

Can you cancel National Trust membership anytime?

Cancelling your membership You can cancel your membership at any time, but please note that all memberships are non-refundable. Payments to the National Trust are classified by HMRC as a charitable donation. As such, we're not able to refund a donation at any time.

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.

Can you go to National Trust without a membership?

Please note: if you're not a National Trust member, you'll still need to pay for your own entry.

What countries are part of the National Trust?

Headquartered in London, it serves England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. A parallel organization, the National Trust for Scotland, headquartered in Edinburgh, was founded in 1931.

Is there a National Trust in the US?

The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a privately funded, nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., that works in the field of historic preservation in the United States.