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Guardians of Heritage: The Duke of Buccleuch, Lord Heseltine, Orlando Rock and David Ross
A personal look at what it really means to restore, maintain and live in Britain’s great country houses and gardens today.
Chaired by Hatta Byng, this special conversation brings together three passionate custodians of some of Britain’s most remarkable historic houses: the Duke of Buccleuch of Boughton House, Orlando Rock of Burghley House, Lord Heseltine of Thenford House and David Ross of Nevill Holt Hall.
This event finished on Friday 19 June 2026
Genre: Arts, Culture and Literature
Location: Theatre
Duration: 1 hour
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Guardians of Heritage
From ambitious restorations and sensitive modernisation to the realities of daily life within walls steeped in centuries of history, they will explore what it truly means to look after — and live in — Britain’s grand houses today. Expect insights into heritage stewardship, craftsmanship and the delicate balance between preservation and progress.
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