Ruperra Castle Preservation Trust
Ymddiriedolaeth Diogelu Castell Rhiwperrau
Patron / Nodwr : Jack Hanbury Deputy Lieutenant of Gwent.
President / Llywydd : Jeff Cuthbert Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent.
Charity Number / Rhif Elisen 1135940
Registered in Cardiff / Cofrestrwyd yng Nghaerdydd .Rhif 6656134
President / Llywydd : Jeff Cuthbert Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent.
Charity Number / Rhif Elisen 1135940
Registered in Cardiff / Cofrestrwyd yng Nghaerdydd .Rhif 6656134
Objects of the Constitution of RCPT
to improve understanding and appreciation of Ruperra Castle, its heritage, its natural and designed setting and biodiversity.
in partnership and for the benefit of the people of Caerphilly and the nation and for future generations.
to preserve and to enhance the character and appearance of the designated heritage areas of Ruperra and the historical, architectural, cultural and constructional heritage of Ruperra Castle in both its essential setting and its built and natural landscape beyond, which are of particular beauty or historical interest.
to promote public access and sustainable training and employment and appeal to people of all backgrounds and ages.
to improve understanding and appreciation of Ruperra Castle, its heritage, its natural and designed setting and biodiversity.
in partnership and for the benefit of the people of Caerphilly and the nation and for future generations.
to preserve and to enhance the character and appearance of the designated heritage areas of Ruperra and the historical, architectural, cultural and constructional heritage of Ruperra Castle in both its essential setting and its built and natural landscape beyond, which are of particular beauty or historical interest.
to promote public access and sustainable training and employment and appeal to people of all backgrounds and ages.
Ruperra Conservation Trust was formed in 1996 with the aim of raising money to purchase and conserve Ruperra Castle, a Scheduled Ancient Monument and Grade II* Listed Building, ruined by fire in 1941.
Although funding was received from Cadw and the Architectural Heritage Fund for a feasibility study in 1997, the Castle, its outbuildings and 17 acres surrounding it were sold to a private owner in 1998.
Two years later, the Trust was able to purchase Coed Craig Ruperra, a 150 acre woodland to the north of the castle and once part of the Ruperra estate, with funding from the Esmée Fairbairn Trust, the Countryside Council for Wales, Caerphilly County Borough Council, Cadw and many other trusts and private donors.
Information on funding is listed on interpretation boards on site and on the 'Links' page on this website.
A word about the Trusts, which confuses many people. The Local History group set up Ruperra Castle Conservation Trust up in 1996 to rescue Ruperra Castle. No sooner was the Feasibility study completed than Mr BaraKat bought the Castle. In 2000 we bought Coed Craig Ruperra, but because we had to change our constitution to achieve this, the Charity Commission advised dropping the word Castle. and we became Ruperra Conservation Trust. By 2008 a great deal of political activity became necessary so some of us set up Ruperra Castle Preservation Trust and left the care of the birds, animals and trees to RCT. Two of us are trustees of both and both trusts areconcerned about the preservation of the built and natural landscape .
Although funding was received from Cadw and the Architectural Heritage Fund for a feasibility study in 1997, the Castle, its outbuildings and 17 acres surrounding it were sold to a private owner in 1998.
Two years later, the Trust was able to purchase Coed Craig Ruperra, a 150 acre woodland to the north of the castle and once part of the Ruperra estate, with funding from the Esmée Fairbairn Trust, the Countryside Council for Wales, Caerphilly County Borough Council, Cadw and many other trusts and private donors.
Information on funding is listed on interpretation boards on site and on the 'Links' page on this website.
A word about the Trusts, which confuses many people. The Local History group set up Ruperra Castle Conservation Trust up in 1996 to rescue Ruperra Castle. No sooner was the Feasibility study completed than Mr BaraKat bought the Castle. In 2000 we bought Coed Craig Ruperra, but because we had to change our constitution to achieve this, the Charity Commission advised dropping the word Castle. and we became Ruperra Conservation Trust. By 2008 a great deal of political activity became necessary so some of us set up Ruperra Castle Preservation Trust and left the care of the birds, animals and trees to RCT. Two of us are trustees of both and both trusts areconcerned about the preservation of the built and natural landscape .
- We urge Welsh Government to include this within the National Development Framework, and will make representations for it to be identified in the forthcoming Strategic Development Plan for the Capital City Region. Green Belt designation would protect this key area, at the meeting point between the 3 Counties, for future generations.
- We envisage the Ruperra Green Belt extending to cover the major part of Caerphilly Mountain, so that it would protect this outstanding recreational and landscape arc from inappropriate development. Such an extensive Green Belt would provide an effective counter-balance to more intensive development of the existing urban centres of Caerphilly, Cardiff and Newport - areas which are capable of being served by conventional public transport.
Becoming a Trustee
We are keen to recruit additional Trustees to ensure effective direction and governance of our activities in line with the Trust’s charitable purposes.
Ideally you should be based in South East Wales and be able to offer about four hours a month, including attending Board meetings held in Caerphilly or Cardiff and other related meetings and events.
Relevant interests and experience in the following would be of particular benefit:
September 2018
Ideally you should be based in South East Wales and be able to offer about four hours a month, including attending Board meetings held in Caerphilly or Cardiff and other related meetings and events.
Relevant interests and experience in the following would be of particular benefit:
- Historic buildings, gardens and landscapes;
- Welsh history and culture;
- Government, its agencies and/or Local Government;
- Fundraising;
- Charity and company law;
- Risk management.
- Critical thinking;
- Ability to work in a variety of settings;
- Communication;
- Mediation
September 2018