In order to learn more about heritage tourism, our first
year Geography students paid a visit to 78 Derngate. 78 Derngate is
located in Northampton town centre, and is a key tourist attraction in the
town. The house was designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1916. It was Mackintosh’s final
major commission, and the only house in England to be designed by him.
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| Students outside 78 Derngate |
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| Distinctive Charles Rennie Mackintosh design |
78 Derngate is now an award-winning tourist attraction. Students went on a tour of the house and
talked with staff to find out more about the house, the visitors, and how the
site has been restored. This field visit
ties in with issues explored in class about heritage tourism and tourism
management.
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