British architectural historian Barbara Peacock was recently honoured with
a Point of Light Award by Prime Minister Teresa May for her work in helping
to repair, preserve and enhance the Czech Republic’s rich architectural
heritage. Following a visit to the Czech Republic in the early 1990s, Ms.
Peacock set up The Friends of Czech Heritage fund, winning over British and
Czech volunteers to help restore historic buildings, gardens and landmarks
around the country. Jiří Hošek, Czech Radio’s correspondent in the UK,
met up with Barbara Peacock to talk