Tag: National Trust

view from the window of A La Ronde National Trust property in Devon
England, Europe, UK

National Trust Properties in Devon • The Tale of the Parminter Cousins and the Hexagonal House

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A La Ronde is somehow unique from the other National Trust properties in Devon. The story of the Parminter Cousins- trailblazing female travellers before their time- definitely has something to do with it. The 18th century souvenirs crammed into glass cabinets galore is also rather intriguing. And then there's the house itself, all sixteen quirky… Continue reading National Trust Properties in Devon • The Tale of the Parminter Cousins and the Hexagonal House

Scotney castle in England
England, Personal scribbles

Why are we only told half of our own story?

alexwp

Last week I read with absolute joy that the National Trust had commissioned a report into colonialism and historic slavery, and how these are linked to many National Trust properties. I read it 'with joy' because I'm a massive history geek, and love discovering what really went on in the past. In order to appreciate… Continue reading Why are we only told half of our own story?