Welcome to Dartington Estate

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 >

For our full calendar of events, see What’s On 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.

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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.

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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”.

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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

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Scene from A Little Life

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 ...

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