Healing History: How Broughton Sanctuary is Reshaping Estate Management with Roger Tempest

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Roger Tempest, the 32nd custodian of Broughton Sanctuary (formerly Broughton Hall Estate) in North Yorkshire, joins Lady Violet Manners in this episode. Roger shares the fascinating history of Broughton and how he has transformed it into a centre for wellbeing and sustainability.

Join us as we explore:

1. The rich history of Broughton Sanctuary, dating back to 1097
2. Roger's journey from media to estate management
3. The transformation of Broughton into a thriving business hub and wellness centre
4. The concept of "sanctuary" and its role in modern society
5. Roger's vision for the future of historic houses

Key Points

• 00:00:04 - Introduction of Roger Tempest and Broughton Sanctuary
• 00:01:32 - Roger's inheritance of Broughton at a young age
• 00:03:34 - Early career experiences in media
• 00:05:01 - Challenges faced by Broughton in the 20th century
• 00:07:25 - Transformation of Broughton into a business hub
• 00:10:37 - Development of Broughton Sanctuary and its wellness focus
• 00:15:46 - Impact of Roger's mother's work with Mother Teresa
• 00:18:01 - Creation of retreats and personal transformation experiences at Broughton
• 00:24:17 - Roger's vision for historic houses as forces for good
• 00:32:00 - Discussion of the Avalon wellbeing centre
• 00:41:21 - Future plans for Broughton Sanctuary

Guest Info

Roger Tempest

is the 32nd custodian of Broughton Sanctuary, a Grade I listed 16th-century mansion in North Yorkshire. Under his stewardship, Broughton has been transformed from a struggling estate into a thriving centre for business, wellbeing, and sustainability.

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Links and Resources

• Broughton Sanctuary
• Avalon Wellbeing Centre
• Visions Festival

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