Beste National Trust podcasts (2024)

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Isaac Newton | The Gravity of Good Friends 17:51

11d ago17:51

17:51

Sir Isaac Newton is best known for coming up with the theory of gravity while relaxing in his orchard, thanks to an apple that fell beside him one afternoon – helping him to unravel one of the universe's great mysteries. But that story is only a small part of the tale... Heather Birkett delves into one of the greatest minds of all time. Discover ho…

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Ghost Stories | Murder in the Castle 23:46

1M ago23:46

23:46

On 18th March AD 978 at Corfe Castle in Dorset, a 16-year-old boy was brutally stabbed in the back and died shortly after. That boy was the teenage king, Edward the Martyr. But who was the murderer, or murderers? Join James Grasby and author Anna Groves on this Halloween historical Whodunnit, as they try and figure out who committed the regicide, w…

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New Kids' Podcast | Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers 1:24

1M ago1:24

1:24

Join the adventures of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers, the new kids' podcast from the National Trust. Introducing the Wildlifers, a crew of colourful creatures who use their special skills to help where there's trouble in nature. Beaver’s a super engineer. Sleepy Bat’s skill is sonar. Wildcat’s a proud predator. Deer’s strong and speedy. Fox has a n…

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WWII ‘Brown Babies’ | A Hidden History 23:40

1M ago23:40

23:40

Historian David Olusoga tells the story of the children born to white British mothers and black American servicemen during the Second World War, dubbed Britain’s ‘Brown Babies’ in the African American press at the time. Carol and Ann, now in their 80s, revisit their childhood home, Holnicote House in Somerset. During the 1940s, the building was use…

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Introducing: Step into the Past | The Craftsmen of Calke Abbey 46:24

2M ago46:24

46:24

What if you could follow in the footsteps of your ancestors and reveal the hidden tales behind some of the UK’s fascinating historical locations? Introducing Step into the Past, a podcast from our sponsors at Findmypast. In this episode, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb and her guest Sandy travel to the not-so-stately home of Calke Abbey in Derbyshire t…

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Sycamore Gap | One Year On 26:33

2M ago26:33

26:33

On September 27th 2023, the famous Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland was felled overnight in an act of vandalism, triggering a far-reaching wave of shock and sorrow. Join Heather Birkett as she goes behind the scenes to explore the enduring impact of this beloved landmark, the aftermath of its loss, and the community’s efforts to preserve its mem…

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Farewell Kate! 2:17

2M ago2:17

2:17

Our lovely nature presenter and ranger Kate Martin is leaving to join our friends at the RSPB, helping to care for wildlife in Scotland. Here are some of Kate's best bits and few moments from behind the scenes. On behalf of everyone at the National Trust, from our listeners and from the podcast team, thank you and wishing you a great and adventure …

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Northern Ireland Adventure | Sea Safari at Rathlin Island 24:40

2M ago24:40

24:40

A stretch of water between the mainland and Rathlin Island is home to some of the world’s most unique wildlife and infamous shipwrecks. Ranger Kate Martin continues her adventure along Northern Ireland’s causeway coast, this time exploring life under water. [Ad from our sponsor] This podcast is supported by Tourism Ireland Experience all of what No…

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Dallas Municipal Golf and the Dallas Golf Initiative | Episode 27 53:12

2M ago53:12

53:12

This episode of the National Links Trust Podcast features a recording of a recent Municipal Golf Network Webinar. In this episode, we head to the Lone Star State to check in with the Dallas Golf Initiative (DGI), a non-profit organization modeled similarly to the National Links Trust. DGI was formed in 2020 in response to the proposed closing of 9 …

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Northern Ireland Adventure | Beyond the Bridge 23:20

2M ago23:20

23:20

Don’t look down! Across a rope bridge over a stretch of water on Northern Ireland’s causeway coast lies the Island of Carrick-a-Rede and a fisherman’s cottage that has stood for centuries. Ranger Kate Martin, heads off on her holiday, to make the crossing and to learn how this old bridge became the focal point for a community and rich coastal tradi…

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Bonus | Heritage Heroes: Saving History in Cairo & Norfolk 27:01

3M ago27:01

27:01

Heritage sites like the medieval palace Bayt Al Razzaz in Egypt and the picturesque Blickling estate in the UK, are under threat from climate change. What connects these vastly different places? And what can the guardians of these historic treasures learn from each other as they battle extreme weather, social upheaval and other challenges? Discover…

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Bonus | Sycamore Gap: One Year On 26:33

3M ago26:33

26:33

On September 27th 2023, the famous Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland was felled overnight in an act of vandalism, triggering a far-reaching wave of shock and sorrow. Join Heather Birkett as she goes behind the scenes to explore the enduring impact of this beloved landmark, the aftermath of its loss, and the community’s efforts to preserve its mem…

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Issue 163 - Autumn 2024 1:16:44

3M ago1:16:44

1:16:44

The latest issue of National Trust Magazine has landed and, as always, it’s packed full of fascinating stories and updates from across the Trust. One year on from the loss of the Sycamore Gap tree, we’re taking a look at its legacy and discovering how it continues to hold a place in the hearts of people from across the UK (and beyond). Readers will…

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Classic | A Beginners Guide to Bikepacking Day 2 22:00

3M ago22:00

22:00

Jo and Katherine continue their bikepacking adventure, starting day two in Bude, with a surprise twist after breakfast, before heading up the coast to Devon. They visit the National Trust’s smallest property, Hawkers Hut, on the way and join in an activity Jo last did at the age of eight. With thanks to Raleigh UK Production Hosts: Jo Dyson and Kat…

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Classic | A Beginners Guide to Bikepacking Day 1 23:04

3M ago23:04

23:04

What happens when you combine backpacking and cycling? In this classic 2-parter we join Jo Dyson as she gets to grips with ‘bikepacking’ under the expert guidance of Katherine Moore and tackles the unforgiving hills of the north Cornish coast. With thanks to Raleigh UK Production Hosts: Jo Dyson and Katherine Moore, and introduced by Claire Hickinb…

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Classic | The Twilight Creatures of Cragside 19:18

4M ago19:18

19:18

In this classic episode, you’re invited to a midnight party happening deep in the woods. Meet the ravers, movers and shakers as they emerge from slumber to rule nature’s nightclub. Ranger Kate Martin heads out into the twilight landscape of Cragside, Northumberland in search of bats, moths and underwater noise makers. Production Host: Kate Martin P…

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Coming up on the National Trust Podcast 1:04

4M ago1:04

1:04

There’s loads more to come this season from the National Trust Podcast. We’ll be exploring Northern Ireland, hearing how heritage properties in Norfolk and Egypt are working together, and marking one year since the felling of the Sycamore Gap tree. But it's not just new adventures on the horizon. We’ll be sharing one of our favourite ranger episode…

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Going Underground | Inside a Roman Gold Mine 24:21

4M ago24:21

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Deep under the hillsides of Carmarthenshire lie the remains of the UK’s only known Roman gold mines. With a head torch to guide the way, James Grasby ventures into the void to unearth the secrets that lurk in the darkness and finds out the pioneering efforts that the Romans went to in order to extract this precious metal. Click here to view these s…

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City Growing with Tayshan Hayden-Smith 23:08

5M ago23:08

23:08

Ex-professional footballer Tayshan Hayden-Smith turned to the healing power of nature after the Grenfell Tower fire tragedy in 2017. Since then, he’s been on a journey to bring access to nature to all. He shows ranger Kate Martin around his local community garden and together they see that a garden can be anywhere and anything. Later Kate heads to …

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The Workhouse | One Step Up From Prison? 26:09

5M ago26:09

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If you didn’t have money and a way to support yourself and your family in the 1800s you might be forced to go into the workhouse. Find out what life was really like for the men, women and children who ended up there. Heading into the Workhouse, even if modern times, feels ominous and foreboding. Walk alongside Curator James Grasby as he enters The …

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My Dog Walk Saved Me | A Mental Health Journey 22:55

6M ago22:55

22:55

When one man set off on a walk around the UK coast, little did he know that adopting a rescue dog would change the course of his life. Christian Lewis was at rock bottom when he embarked on a journey that would last 6 years, but it was ‘Jet’ and the power of nature, that would piece him back together to lead him onto a life that would otherwise hav…

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Restoring and Renovating the Great Dunes Course at Jekyll Island Golf Club | Episode 26 1:05:33

6M ago1:05:33

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This episode features a recording of our Municipal Golf Network Webinar Series on the upcoming restoration and renovation of the Great Dunes Course at Jekyll Island Golf Club in Jekyll Island, Georgia National Links Trust Co-Founder, Will Smith, is joinred by thee panelists. Jeffrey Stein and Brian Ross - the course’s co-architects, and Noel Jensen…

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125 Treasures | The Needle on the Lawn 28:17

6M ago28:17

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The Philae Obelisk at Kingston Lacy in Dorset is an ancient reminder of a very different world. Learn about its origins, why it came to be in England and how its hand-carved inscriptions were key to unlocking the secrets of Egyptian hieroglyphs. Listen to this classic episode from our series 125 Treasures, presented by Alison Steadman. [Ad from our…

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Issue 162 - Summer 2024 1:15:41

7M ago1:15:41

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Summer 2024 audio edition highlights We hope the summer issue of National Trust Magazine will inspire you to get out and about to experience all the season has to offer. Lose yourself in the glorious scents and colours of the historic rose garden at Mottisfont in Hampshire, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Discover the changing world of …

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Poetry and Music in Bloom with Simon Armitage and LYR 17:09

7M ago17:09

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Join us as we celebrate the season of blossom with poetry and music written and produced by Poet Laureate Simon Armitage and his band LYR. In this episode, Simon shares the inspiration behind his poetry, and the band discuss how they produced the song Blossom: A CV and collaborated with community choirs as part of the Blossomise album. Production P…

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The Mysterious Tale of Ferguson's Gang 29:33

8M ago29:33

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In the 1930s, the mysterious Ferguson’s Gang captivated the British public with their daring and unusual stunts. Led by the enigmatic “Bill Stickers”, the group was unlike any other gangsters of the era. They were mask-wearing, all-women activists who gave money in quirky ways to help save the countryside. In this docudrama, uncover the identities …

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Samantha Wagner: Epson Tour Player & NLT Ambassador | Episode 25 25:03

8M ago25:03

25:03

In this episode of the National Links Trust Podcast, we introduce a new National Links Trust Ambassador - Epson Tour player, Samantha Wagner. Samantha grew up playing public golf and had a successful junior and amateur career before turning pro in 2017. Since then, she has played on the Epson and LPGA Tours. We’re really excited to have Samantha ab…

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National Trust Podcast Trailer 1:03

8M ago1:03

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National Trust Podcast is back with a new collection of immersive tales in nature, history and adventure. Look out for Series 8 launching 4 April. Travel to the 1930s to unmask the eccentric Ferguson’s Gang, find out how the felling of the Sycamore Gap tree impacted the community, and discover what life was like for ancient workers in the UK’s only…

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Micaa' Thomas: Professional Golfer & NLT Ambassador | Episode 24 20:04

9M ago20:04

20:04

In this episode of the National Links Trust Podcast, we welcome on Micaa' Thomas. Micaa' is a professional golfer who grew up at Langston Golf Course. After an accomplished amateur career, today, she plays mini-tour events while chasing her dream to play on the LPGA Tour. In her spare time, she is a talented artist who has produced an award-winning…

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