Summer 2023 audio edition highlights 

We hope the summer issue of National Trust Magazine will inspire you to get out and about to experience all the season has to offer.  

Hear about the Trust rangers working to restore and protect some of the UK’s wildest landscapes, and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Trust’s two conservation studios where skilled experts look after some of history’s most remarkable objects. 

We’re also celebrating 75 years since the garden at Hidcote in Gloucestershire came into Trust care. Garden designer and broadcaster Chris Beardshaw delves in to the history of the Arts and Crafts garden and reveals how it has inspired his career. 

  

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes: 

00:00:00 Introduction and Editor’s Letter 

00:01:10 News from around the Trust

00:05:40 From the Director General

00:10:11 These wild isles

00:29:27 Treasuring the past

00:43:38 A wild garden in a formal setting

00:58:40 Happy camping

01:07:26 My Membership and Me

01:10:54 What's On

01:15:44 Credits

 

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

 

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind-the-scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us 

We hope the spring issue of National Trust Magazine will inspire you to get out and about to experience all the season has to offer. 

Find out how we’ve been working with people and other conservation charities to start conversations about nature, and come up with a plan to protect it for future generations.  

We’re also sharing a preview of a new book by Trust curators, in which they delve into the stories of 100 of the most remarkable books and manuscripts in our care. Meanwhile younger readers, and the young at heart, can go behind the scenes of the new Children’s Country House Museum at Sudbury Hall in Derbyshire, where everyone can enjoy hands-on history in a thoroughly new way. 

Finally enjoy the best show of the season with a round-up of places to discover spring blossom, from historic orchards to urban streets fizzing with flowers.

 

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

  

00:00:00 Introduction and Editor’s Letter

00:01:24 News from around the Trust 

00:06:34 From the Director General

00:11:16 AGM report 2022

00:18:27 Let's talk about nature

00:31:42 Bring on the blossom

00:42:15 A journey through books

00:50:35 The Children’s Country House

01:02:23 My membership and me

01:05:55 What's on - events & exhibitions

01:10:00 Credits

 

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind-the-scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

We hope the autumn audio issue of National Trust Magazine will help you to celebrate the coming season as the leaves turn gold and the air becomes fresh. 

We’re welcoming you outside to explore a garden in the sky in central Manchester and inside, to listen to the sounds of county houses once filled with music and noise.

 

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

 

00:00:00 Introduction and Editor’s Letter

00:01:51 News from around the Trust 

00:07:53 From the Director General

00:12:11 Garden in the sky

00:23:14 Listening to the past

00:35:58 The Octavia Hill Lecture - Neil McGregor

00:41:38 Together we climb

00:52:25 Cabinets of curiosities

01:08:26 Meet Steve Hindle

01:12:00 What's On - Events & Exhibitions

01:15:18 Credits

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

We hope the summer issue of National Trust Magazine will fill you with the joys of summer as our gardens start to bloom.

Take a tour of 20 Forthlin Road with Mike McCartney who grew up here with his brother Paul. Mike shares his memories in an intimate look at the early days of the Beatles.

We’ll also reflect on the many Trust places which have hosted royalty over the centuries, and highlight some of the 70 tree-planting projects being planned this year to commemorate Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Finally, explore the sounds and scents of the magical Glendurgan garden with volunteer Andrew Hesser, who is registered blind.

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Editor’s Letter

00:01:01 - News from around the Trust

00:06:50 - From the Director General

00:10:19 - Meet the new Chair

00:16:11 - A royal visit

00:28:06 - 20 Forthlin Road

00:44:12 - Yes, we scan

00:53:14 - Silent witnesses

01:00:41 - A fresh perspective

01:08:15 - Meet James Brown

01:12:07 - What's on

01:15:23 - Credits

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

We hope the spring issue of National Trust Magazine will lift your spirits and fill you with inspiration as we begin the New Year. Our cover feature explores the remarkable story of world-famous children’s author and illustrator Beatrix Potter, and her journey from a stifling Victorian London upbringing to become a passionate Lake District conservationist.  

Elsewhere, we’re raising the curtain on Seaton Delaval Hall in Northumberland, where a £7.8m project to restore the mansion and bring back the theatricality of its past is reaching its conclusion.

Where ever you are this spring, revel in the delights of blossom. Swathes of newly planted trees will flower for the first time this year, thanks to a Trust initiative to bring the joy of blossom to as many people as possible.

Share your photos online as they start to bloom using #BlossomWatch 

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Editor’s Letter

00:01:17 - News from around the Trust

00:08:24 - National Trust AGM Report 2021

00:15:18 - From the Director General

00:19:57 - Beatrix - Beyond the Books

00:33:11 - Welcome to the House of Fun

00:45:00 - #BlossomWatch

00:52:00 - Hands-on History

00:57:54 - An Object I Love

01:02:27 - Meet Nabil Abbas

01:06:03 - What's On - Events & Exhibitions, Outdoor

01:09:49 - Credits

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

The autumn audio edition of National Trust Magazine brings together all that makes the season special with the Trust. We hope it will inspire you to head outdoors and take joy from the beautiful colours and bright frosty days, or to snuggle up at home with a seasonal recipe and a good book.

Autumn is a magical time to explore woodlands. Bushcraft expert Ray Mears shares his special lifelong connection with forests, and why we need to look after them for future generations to enjoy.

Elsewhere, you can find out how the Trust is joining the global fight against climate change and hear from four Trust curators who share insights into their favourite artworks from a new book, 100 Paintings from the Collections of the National Trust, which brings together the best of the Trust’s world-class collection.

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Editor's Letter

00:01:07 - News From Around The Trust

00:07:23 – From The Director General

00:11:36 – The Power of Trees - Ray Mears

00:23:35 – Taking Action - Patrick Begg

00:36:01 – Treasured Paintings - John Chu + various

00:48:03 – Friends of the National Trust

00:57:03 - From You - including Why I volunteer

01:02:51 – My Membership and Me

01:06:03 - What’s On - Events & Exhibitions, Outdoor

01:11:12 – Meet Felicity Roos

01:14:40 - Credits

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

We hope the summer issue of National Trust Magazine will inspire you to enjoy all that summer has to offer across the Trust. First we’re escaping into a garden with Rebecca Bevan, author of new Trust book ‘School of Gardening’, who explains how to identify the spirit of a garden and bring it to life in your own space. We also share how some of the Trust’s smaller properties are welcoming visitors back slightly differently following the pandemic and explore how a former golf course is becoming a rich space for people and nature at the Trust’s first stretch of coast in Lincolnshire.

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Editor's Letter

00:01:13 - News From Around The Trust

00:09:31 – From The Director General 

00:13:43 – Escape into a Garden

00:31:23 – Escaping into Nature

00:38:01 – A Generous Gift

00:43:29 – Small Wonders

00:51:06 - Sandilands

00:59:48 – An Object I Love

01:04:03 - From You – including Why I volunteer

01:09:08 – What’s On - Events & Heritage Open Days

01:13:17 - Credits

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

We hope the spring issue of the National Trust Magazine will inspire you to enjoy all that the season has to offer across the Trust. 

We start by celebrating the beauty of blossom and share how a new project aims to plant circles of blossoming trees across the country. Hear the stories behind five special objects in the Trust’s collections which feature in a new book, discover how 20th-century Castle Drogo in Devon has finally been made watertight for the first time, and be inspired to grow your own herbs in our food feature ‘A pinch of magic’. 

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Editor's Letter

00:01:28 - News From Around The Trust

00:07:05 – Member Broadcast

00:08:59 - From The Director General

00:13:34 – Blossom Season

00:24:10 – A Destiny Fulfilled

00:33:57 – Meet Katie Archer

00:37:38 – From the Trust’s Collections

00:47:53 - A Brief History of the Handbook

00:53:39 – A Pinch of Magic

00:59:15 - From You – including Why I volunteer

01:04:45 – My Membership and Me

01:07:00 – What’s On

01:11:41 - Credits

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

 

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

After a summer like no other, this ‘welcoming you back’ issue takes readers behind the scenes to discover what’s been happening at the Trust over the past few months, including caring for places and making them ready for your return. 

Discover how members spent their time in lockdown and share in special moments from first visits back to Trust places. Explore seasonal harvest traditions, autumnal every day nature, and how a pair of beavers is changing the river habitat at Holnicote for the better.

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

 

00:00:00 - Introduction and Editor's Letter

00:03:56 - Welcoming You Back

00:19:02 - News From Around The Trust

00:22:58 - From The Director General

00:27:03 - National Trust AGM Report 2020

00:29:40 - Everyone Welcome

00:34:49 - An Object I Love

l00:38:51 - Everyday Nature

00:46:23 - A Portrait of The National Trust

00:58:10 - Feasting on Folklore

01:05:03 - From You

01:10:31 - Credits

Look out for new episodes of this podcast in January, May and September. We’d love to hear your thoughts about it. Please email your feedback to: [email protected]

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

 

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us

While we're all in lockdown, we're delighted to be able to bring you your summer audio edition of National Trust Magazine. We hope it brings back happy memories of your past visits and reminds you of all the wonderful places we're keeping safe for you for when you're able to return.

 

The summer issue is a particularly special one, as it's a 'reader takeover'. Every feature has been written or suggested by a member as an extra 'thank you' for your support in our 125th anniversary year.

 

Discover what it's really like to live in a Trust house. Explore our members' favourite 'hidden gems' - some of the smaller, local places that touch their hearts and join a member on a memorable walk on the South West Coast Path with a Trust ranger. Of course, all visits were conducted before the current lockdown began.

 

We also bring you a special message from The President of the National Trust, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, and another from Director-General Hilary McGrady. We hope you enjoy it. 

You can listen to individual articles at these timecodes:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Director General’s Letter

00:04:02 - Forward from His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales

00:08:56 - From You  

00:14:49 – Hidden Gems 

00:31:37 – Conservation Conversations 

00:44:24 – No Place Like Home 

00:54:09 – An Object I Love

00:58:16 – Connected Lives

01:06:41 – News

01:11:41 – Credits 

Look out for new episodes of this podcast in September, January and May. We’d love to hear your thoughts about it. Please email your feedback to: [email protected]

To listen to more podcasts from the National Trust, go to:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/podcasts

 

Members of the Trust receive the print magazine free of charge. Full of behind the scenes stories and beautiful photography, we hope it will inspire you with all there is to discover and be part of with the National Trust. To find out more about membership go to: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/join-us