Caring for collections

Arlington is home to over 5,000 items from tiny exotic shells, to grand state carriages. Here you can find out how different collections are looked after.

Silk wall hangings in the Boudoir at Arlington Court

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum Devon

Saving our silks

Find out more about the save our silks project and the conservation work that has been completed

Save our silks

The interior of an 1800s travelling chariot — The delicate interior of this early 1800s Travelling Chariot requires special conservation

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum Devon

Conservation at the Carriage Museum

Carriages are made of up many different and delicate materials, which all react differently to the atmosphere. Discover some of the challenges and conservation methods in caring for this special collection.

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A display of model boats from the Dunkirk landings at Arlington Court — Over eighty model boats make up a fine collection at Arlington

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum Devon

Model ship conservation

The significant model ship collection at Arlington needs regular care and attention - find out more about how our team looks after these precious objects.

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