Why National Trust is a British institution to be treasured - The Yorkshire Post says

As the much-loved British institution the National Trust reaches a remarkable milestone this weekend, the time is right to pause and reflect on its work in this region and further afield over the past 125 years.
By YP Comment
Published 10th Jan 2020, 16:50 BST
Fountains Abbey is a National Trust site. Photo: Andrew Butler/National TrustFountains Abbey is a National Trust site. Photo: Andrew Butler/National Trust
Fountains Abbey is a National Trust site. Photo: Andrew Butler/National Trust

For without its founding ethos, to preserve and protect historic sites, nature and countryside for future generations some of Yorkshire’s most popular attractions could have been lost to development or decay.

The National Trust have named this Yorkshire attraction as one of Britain’s best ‘secret spots’

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It is thanks to the work of its army of staff and some 65,000 volunteers nationwide that gems such as Fountains Abbey and East Riddlesden Hall, as well as large swathes of the Dales and Yorkshire’s coastline are rightfully cared for, so that they can be enjoyed by all.

The National Trust is celebrating its 125th anniversary. Photo: Joe Cornish/National TrustThe National Trust is celebrating its 125th anniversary. Photo: Joe Cornish/National Trust
The National Trust is celebrating its 125th anniversary. Photo: Joe Cornish/National Trust

And the trust is also playing a vital role in the battle against climate change, announcing plans this week to plant 20 million trees in the next 10 years.

Meet the gardeners who look after the grounds of Yorkshire’s stately homes

Citizens of Yorkshire ought to give the charity their utmost support in order that such altruistic work continues for many more decades to come.

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