Mary writes on how the passage of time, and our relationship with literature, are both indelibly intertwined.
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Author: Dartington Trust
Dartington Estate is a unique place - a stunning centre of heritage, culture, entertainment, hospitality and innovative sustainability set in rolling south Devon parkland near Totnes. Open all year round. Find out more about us, check out our latest events, or browse our rich collection of news, blogs and features.
Introducing Dartington’s new head gardener
Dartington's new head gardener, Neville Evans, talks about his love of trees and his passion for exotic plants - which has taken him around the world from Bicton to Belize.
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Obituary: Terry Underhill
Gardener, plantsman and broadcaster, who has died at the age of 83, was a central figure in the Dartington landscape for the better part of 20 years.
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Andy Cato offers advice to our farming students
Ella Frears becomes the first Poet in Residence for Dartington’s Gardens
The acclaimed poet will explore the changing landscape through the seasons, and delve into the rich history of the landscape architects and gardeners who have curated it over the years.
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‘Escape, adventure and joy’: An experience beyond film
From a free-climbing doc to a silent movie with live music: we find out what it takes to shape our Barn Cinema's unique programme.
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New scholarship to help diversify access to horticulture training
This exciting opportunity will cover the full cost of not just fees, but also accommodation and food for the entire six-month Practical Residency In Sustainable Horticulture.
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New Lane End development proposed
We are showcasing proposals for an innovative residential development, which will deliver 45 beautiful and highly energy-efficient homes including 30% affordable dwellings.
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Thriving together at the Oxford Real Farming Conference
Last week the ORFC brought together thousands to discuss ecological approaches to farming and food production, including many of us at Schumacher College.
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Join us at Dartington’s Music Summer School & Festival in 2022
We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes putting together a vibrant programme for our 2022 event, and this week marks the launch of our courses which are now open for you to browse and book.
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