Here is the news for the North West region from the last six months. If you require older stories please contact the regional offices.
Squirrel Pox Virus still a threat to reds future
June 2008
Staff and volunteers remain on high alert as squirrel pox virus continues to reduce red squirrel numbers at the famous Formby red squirrel reserve.
Glimpse inside Wray Castle
June 2008
For a short period only, visitors are invited to enjoy the interior of Wray Castle in the Lake District.
New facilities at Tarn Hows
June 2008
There are new facilities at Tarn Hows and they blend perfectly into their surroundings, part of a three year project funded by HLF.
Could you be a Lengthsmen?
May 2008
The Lake District is in need of volunteers to become Lengthsmen to help maintain the many miles of paths that are used each year by walkers in the region.
'Liverpool People and Places' launched
April 2008
An exhibition marking the culmination of a major project involving young people from across Liverpool and the National Trust was launched at Liverpool's Metquarter on 7 April.
Trust saves unique Caxton book for the nation
April 2008
The National Trust has acquired the sole surviving copy of a book – the Sarum Missal - published by William Caxton in 1487.
Gondola goes green
March 2008
The steam yacht Gondola has swapped the fuel used in its boiler from coal to a renewable source, and cut its carbon emissions by 90 per cent.
New visitor facilities at Sizergh Castle
March 2008
Visitors to Sizergh can now enjoy new visitor facilities thanks to joint investment by the National Trust and a £130,000 grant from Rural Regeneration Cumbria.
Secret garden revealed again
March 2008
The first stage of an exciting 18th-century garden restoration project at one of Britain’s greatest industrial heritage sites will be revealed to visitors for the first time when Quarry Bank Garden opens on 11 March.
Action needed to deliver sustainable housing
February 2008
A timely new report, 'Volume - Delivering Sustainable Housing', has been published by the National Trust, Redrow Homes and Bryant Homes. The findings of this report are based on the pioneering Stamford Brook housing development.
Community projects at Speke Hall
January 2008
Several training and volunteering opportunities are to be held in the garden and estate at Speke Hall.
Liverpool Capital of Culture
January 2008
Join in Liverpool’s celebrations as the city becomes European Capital of Culture 2008!
Quarry Bank's secret garden
January 2008
The first stage of an exciting garden restoration project at Quarry Bank Mill and Styal Estate in Cheshire will be revealed to visitors for the first time when the garden opens on 11 March 2008.
Cheshire Year of Gardens
January 2008
This year, gardens big and small throughout Cheshire are helping celebrate the county’s wonderful horticultural heritage.
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