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23
Sept 2020
Studley Royal's slavery links revealed in report
The National Trust has included Ripon's Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal in a report published today about links between its properties and slavery.
The report reveals how John Aislabie, who owned the Studley Royal estate during the 18th century, received a £20,000 bribe from the South Sea Company to promote its campaigns in the House of Commons.
Aislabie was eventually expelled from the House of Commons for his links with the South Sea Company, which sold African slaves.
A spokesperson for Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal said:
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- Fountains Abbey has limited the number of visitors each day to ensure safety.
- Owners of Newby Hall has said it must "recognise and take serious note" of its slavery connection.
The trust said this information will be taken forward to offer visitors a more informed visit.
Another North Yorkshire property, Nunnington Hall, was also named in the report.
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