FIRST - 100 Years of the National Trust
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This plaque at a scenic spot on Derwent Water in the Lake District recognizes the first 100 years of the National Trust and the volunteers who have contributed to its success in preserving the British countryside.
Waymark Code: WMD02
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/19/2006
Views: 31
The National Trust was founded in 1895 by three Victorian philanthropists - Miss Octavia Hill, Sir Robert Hunter and Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley. Concerned about the impact of uncontrolled development and industrialisation, they set up the Trust to act as a guardian for the nation in the acquisition and protection of threatened coastline, countryside and buildings.
The Trust now cares for over 612,000 acres of beautiful countryside in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, plus more than 700 miles of coastline and more than 200 buildings and gardens of outstanding interest and importance.
If you visit this spot check out the nearby virtual cache. I've hidden the answer behind the plaque so you'll have to go there to find it!
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