During 2007, the National Trust benefitted greatly from donations made to various different funds. With coast and countryside, house and gardens to care for, we really do rely on the kindness of our supporters to continue to make a difference.

Here are just a few of the projects that have been transformed by your generosity:

St Agnes Head and Trevellas Coombe, Cornwall
One of the highlights of 2007, the acquisition of this Cornish coastline means that the beautiful headland will now be open for everyone to enjoy. Home to important wildlife and pre-historic archaeology, the newly acquired land boasts spectacular views and a popular beach cove.

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Powis Castle, Wales
2007 saw the restoration of 12 magnificent Caesar Busts to their original location in the 18th-century Long Gallery in Powis Castle. Now all visitors to the Castle can admire the majestic grandeur of the sculpture gallery.

Museum of Childhood, Sudbury Hall
The Museum of Childhood has been transformed. Shut throughout 2007 for a huge overhaul, visitors in 2008 can now explore eight new galleries, reminisce over the toy collection throughout the ages and get involved with the interactive displays that the museum now boasts.

Morden Hall Park, London
The perfect London escape, Morden Hall Park is an oasis in the city, consisting of meadows, wetland and a magnificent rose garden, boasting over 2,000 varieties of roses. 2007 saw improvements to the paths, meaning that more people can now enjoy a breath of fresh air in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Croft Castle, Herefordshire
Repairs to the slate roof, stone chimneys and castellations of Croft Castle, a 17th-century house near Leominster are well underway. The roof repairs are essential to keep the outer shell of the castle in working order and the building watertight.

These are just a handful of the projects that have been made possible largely through your donations. However, there are many more that are in desperate need of funds to help protect them and enable future generations to explore and enjoy them.

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