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Interview: Michael Sells on producing our new theatre season at Dartington
Senior arts producer Michael Sells talks about the launch of Dartington’s new thought-provoking theatre programme.
New Entrant Farming Enterprise Programme launched
Accessing land is one of the greatest barriers for people wanting to work in agriculture – so we’ve created a programme that can try and help change that.
Winter gardening for wellbeing
Jane Gleeson explains how getting to know your garden during the ‘slumber months’ can benefit both your own health and your outdoor space.
Finding your voice
Anna Partridge reflects on this enriching weekend course, led by conductor, pianist and vocal coach Ruairi Edwards.
8 Short Course Highlights of 2022
This week we’ve finished our run of festive workshops, which means that after over 60 events this year’s short course programme has drawn to a close! So with a few weeks until Christmas, it feels like the perfect time to share with you some of our favourite courses and workshops from 2022.
New Chair of Trustees to lead Dartington Trust into its second century
We are delighted to announce that after an extensive search process we have appointed the Rt Hon Lord David Triesman to be the next Chair of the Trust.
New boiler connection to reduce carbon emissions and save money
Dartington Trust continues its transition to a target of net zero carbon output by 2030 by further reducing the use of oil.
Dartington tenants to create Chinese Medicine Garden for all to enjoy
A fundraiser to build a Chinese herbal medicine garden has been launched by a group of tenants on the Dartington Estate who want to create a peaceful place for everyone to enjoy.
Fabulous local food at a fair price promises new White Hart Chef
Whether it is Michelin-starred fine food or hearty gastro meals new chef Adam Page creates tempting seasonal food with low food miles.
What can islands teach us about climate change?
A student project is set to show how islands can be the first places to reveal early shifts in climate change and help us become better prepared.