Our stories
Read restoration journeys from some of our member houses and hear about the benefits they are bringing bring to employment, sustainability, health and wellbeing, and education in their local communities.
Plas Cadnant Story
We share the story of Plas Cadnant from the development of the house and grounds in the 19th century, its decline in the mid 20th century and to its restoration into one of North Wales’ must-see hidden gems.
Iscoyd Park Story
Philip Godsal tells the story of Iscoyd Park and how an ambitious project to restore and turn it into an events venue has secured its future for generations of the Godsal family and their local community to appreciate and enjoy.
Plas Dinam Story
Eldrydd Lamp tells the story of Plas Dinam, a beautiful Victorian country house in mid-Wales, and its transformation into a wedding venue, following a devastating fire that destroyed the top floor in 2001.
Gwrych Castle Story
Dr Mark Baker tells the story of how aged just 12 he was inspired to save Gwrych Castle and how a popular TV program filmed during the pandemic brought attention to this Gothic gem.
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Hundreds of the most beautiful historic houses, castles, and gardens across Wales and the rest of the UK offer our members free entry.
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