Was Benjamin Disraeli
the first conservationist Prime Minister? This Audio Trail reveals
his passion for the woods on his country retreat, and the almost
subconscious envy of those who worked in them.
"When
I arrive from London for the summer recess I spend the first
week examining my trees, and the second examining my books."
Benjamin Disraeli
Benjamin Disraeli
and his wife Mary-Anne spent 14 years together at Hughenden
Manor, and during their time there they created a 'German
Forest', that was inspired by a visit to the Black Forest
of Germany. This guide provides a rare glimpse of Disraeli's
private life away from Westminster and uncovers why the evergreen
forest was created, and why they loved it so much.
You will also be given an insight into the
life of the 'chairmen' of High Wycombe and what the National
Trust is doing today to restore this unique historical feature
of the Chilterns countryside.
Comments about
the German Forest Audio Trail:
I visited Hughenden on Sunday and walked
through the German Forest with the audio tour on my ipod.
I got a great sense of how the forest had been created, what
it meant to Mary-Anne and Benjamin Disraeli and how the National
Trust are caring for it today.
I am one of the trustees with a special interest in engagement
and I wanted to you to know that I liked what you have done.
Downloads like this are a fantastic addition to the tools
we can use to interpret properties. Please pass on my congratulations
to everyone involved, and keep up the good work!
