About Dartington

Support our vision

Participate in our activities and ensure our pioneering work continues. Connect to new ideas in the arts, social justice and sustainability. Become a Dartington member today.

Remarkable, innovative and a centre for new ways to create positive social change. Dartington is the hub for new initiatives in the arts, social justice and sustainability. Place is at the heart of what we do at Dartington. A unique and inspirational setting offering a priceless freedom where ideas can be incubated, tested, and turned into projects that make a difference.

At the heart of the Dartington Experiment begun by the Elmhirsts is a commitment to finding innovative solutions to the pressing problems of our time. That commitment is part of the Dartington heritage — and a vision that we want to continue into the 21st Century.

But we need your support to continue our important work.

We judge ourselves by the difference we make, the new thinking we stimulate, and the support we give to remarkable individuals who make ideas happen and bring about positive social change.

Arts
Continuing our vision of making Dartington a renowned arts centre. The Dartington arts programme will include a creative incubator for a broad spectrum of arts programming: from digital media and film, to performance, world music, and a range of classical and contemporary music.

Social justice
Building on our commitment to social justice to provide practical solutions to local government on critical social problems including safeguarding at risk children and families. Building a community for those aged 55 and above where they can enjoy an Abundant Life that allows them to be active participants in their local community, as well as providing the care they need to support them humanely through the end of their lives.

Sustainability
Creating an international centre in sustainability education and finding solutions to the challenge of leading a more sustainable life. Schumacher College is one of the leading education centres in sustainability, and we want to expand the courses we offer nationally and internationally to individuals and businesses both at Dartington and through a new online Open Learning programme.

Dartington Membership Benefits

Member - £35

• Invitations to members-only events throughout the year
• £1 discount on film tickets at the Barn Cinema
• 10% off your purchases at the Shops at Dartington (formerly the Cider Press Centre)
• Special Offers throughout the year at The White Hart Bar and Restaurant, and on accommodation at Dartington
• Scene magazine twice annually
• Free programme brochure mailings throughout the year.
• Invitation to the annual Summer Tea Dance for members only

Dual Membership – £60

All the benefits of Member level to share with another person.

Sustainer – £100

All the benefits of Member level plus:

• Set of Dartington note cards with images from the Dartington Hall Trust collection
• Private garden tour for two
• Invitations to special members-only evenings at Shops at Dartington (formerly the Cider Press Centre) and White Hart Bar & Restaurant
• Annual garden tour/conservation walk

Patron – £250

All the benefits of Member and Sustainer plus:

• Limited edition print from the Dartington Hall Trust Collection

Benefactor – £500

All the benefits of Member, Sustainer and Patron levels plus:

• Invitation to Benefactor-only events throughout the year including a private reception with CEO

Dartington Circle – £1,000

All the benefits of Member, Sustainer, Patron and Benefactor levels plus:

• Invitations to preview new projects or musical pieces commissioned by Dartington

Membership is the best way to enjoy an ongoing relationship with Dartington and its dynamic environment. Join us today.

Using Gift Aid or paying by Direct Debit

If you prefer not to join online, or you wish to use Gift Aid please click here to download our membership direct debit form, which you can complete and return to us at your leisure.

For further information on membership please email membership@dartington.org or telephone 01803 847008