Why was the National Trust started?
Why was the National Trust started? The founders of the National Trust believed that everyone needs nature, beauty and history, so they set up the Trust to look after the nation's coastline, historic sites, countryside and green spaces.
What pub is owned by the National Trust?
The George Inn, or The George, is a public house established in the medieval period on Borough High Street in Southwark, London, owned and leased by the National Trust.
Is the National Trust wealthy?
The Trust has an annual income of over £680 million, largely from membership subscriptions, donations and legacies, direct property income, profits from its shops and restaurants, and investments.
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.
Is the National Trust sustainable?
By 2030 the National Trust will be carbon net zero across its own emissions and those created by its supply chain, tenanted land and buildings, and investments. Net zero is when we achieve a balance between the carbon released into the atmosphere and the carbon removed from it.
Where does National Trust money go?
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.
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.
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.
What is the symbol of the National Trust?
The emblem of the National Trust ...is a green sprig of oak leaves and acorns, but our flag is that same sprig but in white on a green flag with 'NATIONAL TRUST'...
What challenges does National Trust face?
It is facing a renewed challenge from the breakaway members' group, Restore Trust, which has put forward five candidates for election to charity's 36-strong council this year. In recent years the group has been vocal about its concerns that the trust has strayed from its founding mission.