Based on 1,200 acres of beautiful parkland outside Totnes in South Devon, Dartington Estate is a historic visitor destination, events venue and thriving community of businesses, colleges and more. Our gates are open 365 days a year and it is free to visit.
Centred around the medieval Great Hall, Courtyard and Grade II* Listed Gardens, there is so much to see and do for everyone at Dartington – from fabulous food & drink to Deer Park trails and family activities; live music, theatre and cinema to outdoor pursuits and children’s playgrounds; accommodation offers from B&B in the Grade 1 Listed Courtyard to hostel rooms, glamping and camping. We also host weddings and conferences.
To see what is here and to plan your trip, head to our Visit section >
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christmas at dartington
This December, expect a whole host of festivities, including wintery family theatre shows, a reindeer trail in the Gardens and a visit from Father Christmas himself in a magical grotto set in our historic Courtyard.
Festive Concerts
Enjoy an evening of Christmas favourites with Dartington Community Choir, an uplifting folk music celebration with John Kirkpatrick and a festive double bill presented by Jim Causley.
The White Hart Pub
On the estate for an event or walk this Autumn? The White Hart Pub serves fantastic food at fair prices. Get two lunch mains for just £20 and a free glass of bubbly with your fish supper at “Fizz ‘n Chips Fridays”.
Christmas at Dartington
This December, expect a whole host of festivities to enjoy, including wintery family theatre shows, carol singing, festive concerts and a visit from Father Christmas himself in a magical grotto set in our historic Courtyard.
Festive Concerts
Enjoy an evening of Christmas favourites with Dartington Community Choir, an uplifting folk music celebration with John Kirkpatrick and a festive double bill presented by Jim Causley.
The White Hart Pub
On the estate for an event or walk this Autumn? The White Hart Pub serves fantastic food at fair prices. Get two lunch mains for just £20 and a free glass of bubbly with your fish supper at “Fizz ‘n Chips Fridays”.
Festive Feasts and Christmas Parties
Celebrate with friends, family and colleagues at the spectacular Dartington Hall this Christmas. Enjoy a mouthwatering lunch or dinner feast hosted in unforgettable private dining spaces – the historic Great Hall and cosy Solar Room. Perhaps make a whole night of it with one of our epic Festive Parties!
This year’s menu has been curated by our White Hart chefs featuring all your festive favourites bursting with seasonal flavours, and prepared with the best produce the South West has to offer.
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🎅 The reindeer at Santa's magical Post Room grotto are eagerly awaiting the return of the "big guy" this weekend. Apparently he's still got a handful of presents left to give out to some little ones on Saturday and Sunday... www.dartington.org/santas-grotto
🎄 Head down to the @theciderpresscentre this Saturday 9th December for some festive gift shopping, live music and more.
🧀🎺 Local vintage jazzers, @thehothousecombo, will be playing live and there'll be an expanded selection of local cheeses and other goodies in the Deli.
🥂Plus discounts on various drinks lines and heaps of unique gift ideas across the store.
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Don't miss the chance to study alongside @schumachercollege MA students on these two upcoming, unaccredited short course modules. Just a few spaces remain on each course and application deadlines are approaching soon.
For all the information, visit: dartington.org/short-courses
The Great Hall Craft Fair 2023 has come to an end...and what a wonderful weekend it was!
Thank you to all those who came to support the fantastic makers that took part and to all of the brilliant vendors who made the event so special.
Don't worry though, our Christmas programme is just getting started - throughout December, expect a whole host of festivities, including wintery family theatre, a reindeer trail in the Gardens, festive concerts in The Great Hall and a visit from Father Christmas himself.
Find out more at dartington.org/christmas
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