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College confirm that trust did all within its power
Prof Andrew Brewerton and Vaughan Lindsay clarify the role of Trust in College relocation decision.
South West Music School Director Appointed
South West Music School forms part of a network of centres for advanced training for exceptionally talented young musicians.
Joint Statement from Dartington College of Arts and Dartington Hall Trust
Subsequent to their joint meeting on Friday 8th December 2006, the Dartington College of Arts Board of Governors and the Dartington Hall Trust Trustees issue the following statement.
Late night Christmas at the Cider Press Centre
With outlets open until 9pm, pre-Christmas promotions, entertainment and competitions on offer.
Soundart Student Radio comes to Dartington
Monday 13 November saw the launch of an arts-based student radio station at Dartington with a special live and inter-active switch-on ceremony.
National Gardens Scheme Tree Planting Ceremony
Dartington will be hosting a tree planting ceremony to support the National Gardens Scheme, celebrating the 60th Anniversary of opening the Gardens at Dartington Hall.
Unique Environmental Training Opportunities At Dartington
The Dartington Hall Trust is looking for two committed trainees to join its team. Commencing in January 2007.
CEO comments on DCA discussion with University College Falmouth
In light of Dartington College of Arts' announcement that it is engaged in talks with University College Falmouth, Trust CEO Vaughan Lindsay comments.
Dartington College of Arts in discussion with UCF
Dartington College of Arts (DCA) is holding exploratory discussions with University College Falmouth (UCF) on the feasibility of a re-location to Cornwall.
Fritjof Capra awarded an honorary degree
Fritjof, who has longstanding connections with Schumacher College, was awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Science by the University of Plymouth.
Dartington Summer Youth Programme Performs
Providing music making opportunities for young people interested in chamber music, jazz or rock and pop.
Schumacher Scholarships available for Life After Oil
Reviving their Southwest Scholarship scheme As part of the College's contribution to helping the Southwest towards a more sustainable energy future.
Digital Resources for the Humanities and Arts International Conference
One of the world’s premier conferences in its field, bringing nearly 200 delegates from 20 countries together for fourdays.
Internally renowned cellist Matthew Barley is at Dartington this November to perform an incredible concert programme of world and classical music.
Summer School "..most successful to date"
For the first time in at least thirty years this year's summer school was sold out before it began.
Desire Lines International Arts & Ecology Symposium
Bringing together artists, scientists, ecologists and other interested practitioners to reflect upon the relationships between ecology, interdisciplinarity and place.
This autumn Dartington Plus is bringing two weekend-long music marathons to Dartington providing opportunities for both student musicians and audiences.
New Director for Schumacher College
Karen Blincoe has been appointed as the new Director of Schumacher College.
The Trust is looking for pioneering individuals with skills and experience to develop innovative, viable and sustainable land-based ventures.
New restaurant now open at the Cider Press Centre
"More", the new family restaurant situated next to the Kitchen Shop at the Cider Press Centre opened for Summer.
The Trustees are pleased to announce the appointment of Sir David Green.
DACS Highly Commended at National Business Awards
At the first national Business Excellence Awards for the UK’s hospitality, leisure and tourism industries, DACS has won the ‘Winner - Highly Commended’ category.
Artsculture Finds Success in Unlikely Place
An exhibition space in a solicitor’s office, seem like an odd idea? Not to Devon Artsculture, launching the latest Art @ the Red House collection.
Trust sustainability Charter introduced
Setting targets for improving sustainability across each department of the Dartington Hall Trust.
Stephan Harding’s latest book launched
Stephan Harding is having a book launch of his new book, Animate Earth, at the Totnes Bookshop.
Arts Park update
Market research which looked at the need for an Arts Park at Dartington, came up with positive results.
Dartington Pottery, a Celebration
Following the departure of Dartington Pottery from the estate, a celebratory exhibition of Dartington Pottery is being held at Dartington Cider Press Centre.
Marianne de Trey awarded a CBE
Marianne de Trey (Haile), has been awarded a CBE (Commander of the British Empire), in the New Years honours, for services to the arts.
John van Praag steps down
It is with sadness that we announce John van Praag has decided to step-down as a Trustee of The Dartington Hall Trust
Arts Park Proposal
Exploring a unique opportunity to develop the first rural based arts park in the UK here at Dartington.
Michael Chekhov
Newly available on the Archive website is a catalogue of material relating to the actor Michael Chekhov.
Mainsail weds art and ecology
The first part of a permanent installation by artist Wayne Hill has been completed at Schumacher College.
RiPfA
Dedicated to helping front-line practitioners and managers make best use of research knowledge.
Dartington College of Arts Graduation
This year’s Graduation and Awards Ceremonies at the Dartington College of Arts were suitably explosive occasions.
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