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The hidden painting in Morris' bedroom

Pre-Raphaelite discovery at Red House 

Concealed behind a wardrobe at Red House in Kent, conservation staff have made a startling discovery. Originally thought to be two painted figures, the artwork in Morris' bedroom has now been revealed as a whole wall painting and is believed to be the work of William Morris and his friends, all of whom are renowned Pre-Raphaelite artists.

Red House uncovers the past
Marching Suffragettes c.1908

Votes for women: 100 years of female suffrage 

It's 100 years since some women were first granted the right to vote. We're marking this anniversary by exploring the stories from our places of those who fought both for and against female suffrage through new exhibitions, art installations and much more.

A portrait of Humphry Repton

Humphry Repton: the first landscape gardener 

Bringing together his eye for design with his love of water colour, Repton styled himself as the original landscape gardener, sculpting the gardens and parks at over 20 of our places. Two hundred years after his death, we're celebrating his life and work.

A design concept for the restoration, reimagining and rebuilding of Clandon Park

Architect appointed to rebuild Clandon Park 

Allies and Morrison, a multi award-winning architecture and urban planning practice, have been chosen to help us restore, rebuild and reimagine Clandon Park. They were the unanimous choice of the jury following the international design competition that attracted some of the world’s leading designers.

Podcast host Alan Power interviewing the gardening team at Stowe

Listen to podcasts from the National Trust 

Did you know that we produce podcasts which you can listen to for free? In the latest episode we explore how the inhabitants of Nostell in West Yorkshire used furniture, architecture and interior design to elevate their status and political clout. At the centre of the story - is a local man - named Thomas Chippendale, known today as 'The Shakespeare of Furniture'.

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Knole, Kent

Meet the conservators 

Hard at work in the conservation studio at Knole is a team of six dedicated conservators, tasked with preserving the ornate collection for years to come. Specialising in everything from paper and paintings to furniture and frames, the team can be seen in the studio every week from Wednesday to Saturday.

Protecting the nation's heritage
Conservators stitching tapestry

The Textile Conservation Studio 

The Textile Conservation Studio, based in Norfolk is a specialist conservation treatment facility. The National Specialist Textile Conservation Adviser is based at the Studio, working with Maria Jordan our Studio Manager and a team of twelve professionally trained and accredited conservators.

Member of staff checking the records at the Plant Conservation Centre

Plant Conservation Centre 

Hidden in Devon is a secret garden, dedicated to protecting and cultivating the rare and historically significant plants in our care.

The interior of the new Conservation Studio at Knole

The Knole Conservation Studio 

Peek into the store of our conservation studio to spot priceless treasures waiting to be conserved. From Wednesday to Saturday, join our conservators in the studio itself and get hands on at the interactive displays. Find out more and plan your visit…

Love among the Ruins by Burne Jones

Art & collections 

Explore great art and collections at more than 200 historic places that we look after.

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Artist impression of what Seaton Delavall Hall will look like when recreated

Donate to our Bring Stories to Life appeal 

Three very special places need your support in 2018. Will you help with donations to transform and revitalise Sutton Hoo, Seaton Delaval Hall and Stowe Gardens? With your support we can bring their stories to life and help visitors experience their true spirit and heritage.

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