Anyone passionate about Derbyshire's historic architecture should become a 'Friend of the Trust' by donating. There are different levels to suit everyone but all are 'Friends' and have certain exclusive benefits. Silver Friend (£25 pa): 1. Free advice on the phone or by email and independent advice following a site visit for a small fee directing a 'friend of DHBT' toward appropriate solutions/professionals/craftsmen as appropriate. 2. Access (for a small charge) to historic houses not normally open to the public. 3. Advance access (for a charge) to social events and lectures held by the Trust. Gold Friend (£100 pa): 1. Free advice over the phone or by email, and free independent advice following a site visit for directing 'a friend of the DHBT' toward appropriate solutions/professionals/craftsmen as appropriate. 2. The opportunity to open your house for 'Friends' to visit. 3. Access (free of charge) to other historic houses, not normally open to the public. 4. Advance access to social events and lectures held by the Trust. Diamond Friend (£1000 for 3 years): All the above plus: 1. Free access to Patrons' event. 2. Name recorded in literature. Founder Member (£5000 for life): All of the above and name recorded forever on a plaque in Hopkinson's House.