Here is the news for the Wessex region from the last six months. If you require older stories please contact the regional office.
Conservation Cowgirl
October 2008
Dorset now has it's very own 'cowgirl' to help with the grazing cattle on Studland.
Have you seen us on TV?
October 2008
Have you seen our autumn advert on ITV West? Watch the advert and tell us what you think!
Stourhead Car Parking
October 2008
The popularity of Stourhead's spectacular autumn colour combined with half-term boosted visitor numbers and sodden ground means car parking management has had to be introduced on site.
Autumn colour
October 2008
Many of our parks and gardens put on a magnificent display of autumn colour and we anticipate this year will be a real visual extravaganza.
The future of the Avebury human remains
October 2008
English Heritage and the National Trust are welcoming comments with regards to a request for the reburial of prehistoric human remains from archaeological excavations in the Avebury area.
Hallowe'en and half-term
September 2008
At the end of October half-term and Hallowe’en come together and we've a range of grizzly tales, ghost hunting trails and wickedly-fun crafts to entertain you.
Red squirrels star in Autumnwatch 2008
September 2008
Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour is the new location for the BBC’s Autumnwatch this year.
Cerne Abbas gets a makeover
September 2008
The iconic Cerne Giant is to receive a little tlc to restore him to his former glory.
A taste of autumn
September 2008
Autumn is a magical time of year, a time to indulge the senses. Many of our restaurants and cafes are open in autumn offering a range of delicious home made and locally produced delights.
Beech Avenue, Kingston Lacy
August 2008
Official statement on the removal of trees from the Beech Avenue at Kingston Lacy.
Awful year for butterflies
August 2008
TV viewers will be able to follow the fortunes of five of the best known butterflies in the UK, including those on two National Trust sites in Somerset, during a special week of butterfly films on the One Show.
Kingston Lacy Beech Avenue
August 2008
Official statement on the removal of trees from the Beech Avenue at Kingston Lacy.
Fête Champêtre alternative success
August 2008
There was a successful response to the cancellation of the original fête, with the evening picnic and fireworks as popular as ever.
Students graduate from Trust course
August 2008
A dozen students from difficult backgrounds have graduated following a new course at Kingston Lacy, set up by the National Trust and the Prince's Trust.
Stourhead's Fête Champêtre is called off
July 2008
The National Trust has cancelled its forthcoming Fête Champêtre event at Stourhead due to the potential damage to the historic garden, given the current ground conditions.
Corfe Castle reveals its secrets
July 2008
A two-year project to restore and repair the crumbling stonework of Corfe Castle has revealed that it was once one of the most important castles in England.
Hidden history
July 2008
'Re-interpretation' is an exciting partnership project (funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund), looking at the subject of slavery and its connection with National Trust properties in Wessex.
Stourhead Fête Champêtre 2008
June 2008
All about this year's Stourhead spectacular - fireworks, fancy dress and live music.
A toast to the winner
May 2008
Salisbury's Mompesson House has scooped a top prize for its display of 18th-century drinking glasses.
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