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Welcome to Hidden Heritage! In this episode, Lady Violet Manners is joined by Bernard Donoghue, CEO and Director of ALVA (Association of Leading Visitor Attractions). Bernard shares his insights into the UK's heritage sector, the challenges it faces, and his vision for its future.Join us as we explore:
Bernard Donoghue
is the CEO and Director of ALVA (Association of Leading Visitor Attractions). He has a long-standing career in tourism and heritage, including roles at Visit Britain and as the Mayor of London's Ambassador for Cultural Tourism. Bernard was awarded an OBE in 2022 for services to tourism and culture.
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Welcome to Hidden Heritage!
Roger Tempest, the 32nd custodian of Broughton Sanctuary (formerly Broughton Hall Estate) in North Yorkshire, joins Lady Violet Manners in this episode. Roger shares the fascinating history of Broughton and how he has transformed it into a centre for wellbeing and sustainability.
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Roger Tempest
is the 32nd custodian of Broughton Sanctuary, a Grade I listed 16th-century mansion in North Yorkshire. Under his stewardship, Broughton has been transformed from a struggling estate into a thriving centre for business, wellbeing, and sustainability.
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Welcome to Hidden Heritage! In this episode, Lady Violet Manners is joined by Ingrid Thomson, archivist at Glamis Castle. Ingrid shares fascinating insights into the history, legends, and preservation efforts at this iconic Scottish landmark.
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Ingrid Thomson has been the archivist at Glamis Castle since 2010. She specialises in preserving and cataloguing historical documents, researching family and local history, and mounting exhibitions to share Glamis' rich heritage with the public.
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Welcome to a special episode of Hidden Heritage! In this episode, Lady Violet Manners is joined by two exceptional guests: Molly Biddell, head of natural capital for Knepp Estate in West Sussex, and Katie Talbot, a tax trusts and succession lawyer for Charles Russell Speechlys.
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Molly Biddell
is the head of Natural Capital for Knepp Estate in West Sussex. She works on developing the business case for nature restoration and exploring emerging nature markets. Molly also works for her family's regenerative farming business in Surrey.
Katie Talbot
is a tax trusts and succession lawyer for Charles Russell Speechlys, an international law firm. She focuses on private capital at the intersection of personal, family, and business matters.
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Welcome to Hidden Heritage!
Emma Bridgewater, CBE, a renowned designer, businesswoman, and accomplished potter, joins Lady Violet Manners in this episode. Emma entered the pottery business in 1985 and has since become one of the foremost designers of British homeware and one of the UK's most recognisable entrepreneurs.Join us as we explore:
Emma Bridgewater, CBE
is a British designer and businesswoman who founded the Emma Bridgewater pottery company in 1985. Her company is now one of the largest pottery manufacturers based entirely in the UK, with most products made in the Emma Bridgewater factory in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Hello, heritage enthusiasts! Welcome to the finale of our first series of Hidden Heritage. I'm your host, Lady Violet Manners, and I've had the pleasure of delving into the stories behind some of Britain's most cherished historic houses and gardens over the past 3 months. We've had incredible guests join us, sharing their personal anecdotes and passion for these remarkable places.
As we take a short summer break, fear not, for we will return in September with even more fascinating content. In the meantime, if you're feeling adventurous, why not visit some of the incredible historic houses mentioned on the show?
And if you're a book lover, get ready, because we'll be launching our very own book club in September, dedicated to classic books about historic houses.
Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey through time and heritage, and stay tuned for our return in September with a bang and some outstanding guests. Wishing you a wonderful August, and I look forward to reconnecting with you soon.
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Welcome to Hidden Heritage! In this episode, Lady Violet Manners is thrilled to bring you a conversation with the legendary gardener, broadcaster, and writer, James Alexander-Sinclair. James is one of the foremost garden designers on the planet, having designed gardens from Cornwall to the Western Isles, from London to Moscow. He is also an award-winning writer, frequent broadcaster, and served 10 years as a member of the council of the Royal Horticultural Society.
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James Alexander-Sinclair
is a renowned garden designer, writer, and broadcaster. With a career spanning several decades, James has designed gardens across the globe and contributed extensively to gardening literature and media. He is a regular columnist for Gardener's World Magazine and has presented numerous gardening programs for the BBC.
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Welcome to Hidden Heritage! In this episode, Lady Violet Manners is joined by Harrison Fannon, founder of Worthy Earth. Harrison shares his journey of creating flourishing market gardens on disused farmland and discusses the importance of heritage, sustainability, and community impact.
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Harrison Fannon
is the founder of Worthy Earth, an initiative focused on creating sustainable market gardens on disused farmland. With a background in archaeology and anthropology, Harrison has combined his passion for heritage and sustainable farming to make a positive impact on local communities.
Hidden Heritage is a podcast that sheds light on Britain's historical treasures. Join us as we explore heritage's role in community and identity.
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Welcome to Hidden Heritage, where Lady Violet Manners explores Great Britain's historical treasures. David Macdonald, a Senior Director at Sotheby's and a specialist in valuing and selling both modern and antique valuables, joins Violet in this episode.
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David Macdonald is a Senior Director at Sotheby's, specializing in the sale of contemporary and historic valuables. With a career spanning over two decades, David has become a leading expert in the art market, known for his ability to identify and value significant cultural artefacts.
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Georgia Willis, a passionate art history student and Heritage Explore intern, is joining Lady Violet Manners at Hidden Heritage.
In this special episode, Georgia takes the hosting reins to discuss the innovative new platform, Heritage Explore, and its mission to illuminate Great Britain's hidden historic treasures.
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Key Points:
00:00:05 Introduction of Georgia Willis as guest host
00:01:03 Violet introduces herself and her background at Belvoir Castle
00:03:53 Inspiration behind creating Heritage Explore
00:08:19 Explanation of Heritage Explore's features and future plans
00:13:15 Violet's favourite features on Heritage Explore
00:16:38 Underutilized features on the platform
00:18:59 Violet's top three historic destination recommendations for summer
00:24:52 Georgia's thoughts on British culture and heritage
00:25:41 Special discount code for listeners (HX 24)
Guest Info:
Georgia Willis is an art history student from Birmingham University with a keen interest in heritage, culture, and architecture. She has spent five weeks interning at Heritage Explore, contributing her enthusiasm and insights to the burgeoning platform's mission to make British heritage accessible to all.
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