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21st
Apr

Verdi’s Requiem

Dartington Community Choir with the Dartington Sinfonietta, conductor Simon Dunbavand presents Verdi’s dramatic Requiem. Verdi’s operatic Requiem was composed in memory of the Italian poet and novelist Alessandro Manzoni, who was profoundly admired by Verdi, and it was first performed on 22 May 1874, on the first anniversary of Manzoni’s death. Conductor Simon Dunbavand Catherine Hamilton – soprano Martha McLorinan – mezzo soprano Peter Davoren – tenor Frederick Long – bass Tickets: £22.00 (unreserved), students &U16s £10 Tickets from https://www.dartington.org/event/dartington-community-choir-verdi-requiem/ or from the box office 01803 847070
28th
Apr

Papagena Concert

The concert is entitled Love, Legends and Lullabies and will include a cappella music ranging from medieval to folk, classical to contemporary. Papagena is the UK’s flagship professional female voice ensemble, has appeared several times on BBC Radio 3 and 4, has three hugely acclaimed albums to its name and has performed throughout the UK at major festivals including Edinburgh and the Three Choirs. The concert is on the 28th April 2024 at 3pm, St Mary's Church, Totnes. Tickets cost £10 (under 16s go free) and will be available on the door or in advance from www.wegottickets.com
4th
May
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6th
May

Family Fun Weekend

Our best value family event ever returns for 2024. Following a very popular event in 2023, this year the South Devon Railway will be running 2 Family Fun Weekends, providing an excellent value, all inclusive day out! 4th -6th May 2024
  • Frequent steam hauled heritage train services alongside the tranquil river Dart.
  • Free entry to the Dartmoor Otters and Buckfast Butterflies.
  • Free entry to the Totnes Rare Breeds Farm.
  • Miniature Railway rides (may be suspended in adverse weather conditions).
For more information, timetables and to book follow this link: www.southdevonrailway.co.uk/visit-us/whats-on/family-fun-weekend/
10th
May

Spindle Ensemble + Fran & Flora

On the 10th May Hidden Notes Records present a special double bill featuring two of the UK's leading contemporary chamber acts at the beautiful St Mary’s Church on Totnes High Street. Neo-impressionist chamber quartet ‘Spindle Ensemble’ and experimental violin and cello Klezma duo ‘Fran & Flora” are both critically acclaimed acts with a reputation for stunning virtuosic live sets which have wowed audiences in the UK, Europe and America. Both acts are part of the Hidden Notes Records (an independent record label founded by Hidden Notes Festival) artist roster and will be performing together for the first time at this special event. Friday 10th May, 7.30pm Tickets £12 Ticket Link: https://tickettailor.com/events/spindleensemble/1166843  
11th
May

Brian Bilston

Poet Brian Bilston will be performing live at the Civic Hall, Totnes on 11 May 2024 at 7.30pm.
12th
May

Forage for Food & Medicine May

Discover the amazing world of plants and nature through foraging for wild herbal medicine and food with Brigit Anna McNeill. Take an in-depth look at wild seasonal plants and herbs growing in the breath-taking grounds of the Sharpham Estate. Learn the folklore, stories and insights that each wild plant holds, and find out their fascinating uses, along with how to gather and identify safely. "It was amazing, learnt so much! Cannot wait to put what I learnt into practice. Brigit has so much knowledge it and shares it in a fun, digestible way.This day will help you to reconnect to nature and see with new eyes as you taste, touch and begin to understand the uses of the plants that are all around you. This 1-day course allows you time to connect with the land, meet and harvest wild herbs and make a seasonal wild medicine or food to take home with you, or both. This event costs £55 per person for the day and is suitable for adults aged 16 and over. 

The day runs from 10am to 4.30pm.

Find out more and book here: www.sharphamtrust.org/mindfulness-retreats/details/foraging-event
14th
May

Totnes Indoor Artisan Market May

Where: Totnes Civic Hall (above the Civic Square) When: Second Tuesday of the every month April-November. 9.30am - 3.30pm What to expect: Over 20 local makers, including jewellery, knitted toys, handmade chocolate, clothes and textiles, cards and prints, mosaic art, and dried flowers. Dates for 2024 are: 9th April 14th May 11th June 9th July 12th August 10th September 8th October 12th November  
26th
May

Vineyard Safari May

Our most in-depth tour offers a full insight into our winemaking processes, from vine to wine. Over two hours, we'll transport you up to our beautiful vineyards before walking through the vines, then return to the winery to see the winemaking journey from grape to glass! You'll try four wines en route, and finish the experience with some local cheese and charcuterie back at the tasting room. We've released safari dates:  26th May | 21st + 28th July | 11th + 18th August to book online now!

Price:  £45.00 per person

Duration:  2 hours

Book your place here: www.sandridgebarton.com/select-a-tour/
11th
Jun

Totnes Indoor Artisan Market June

Where: Totnes Civic Hall (above the Civic Square) When: Second Tuesday of the every month April-November. 9.30am - 3.30pm What to expect: Over 20 local makers, including jewellery, knitted toys, handmade chocolate, clothes and textiles, cards and prints, mosaic art, and dried flowers. Dates for 2024 are: 9th April 14th May 11th June 9th July 12th August 10th September 8th October 12th November  
5th
Jul
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7th
Jul

Dartington Trust & Byline Festival 2024

Dartington Trust and Byline Times Festival is a weekend of ideas, food, dancing and thinking about how we can change the world for the better. Following the successful festival at Dartington Hall last summer, the Byline and Dartington Festival is returning this summer 5-7 July. With the same mix of comedy, discussions about the big issues of the day, a literary programme, documentaries and music with the opportunity to enjoy the best drink and food in beautiful surroundings This year’s theme will be ‘Democracy in Danger' as half of the world’s population will be facing elections in 2024 including us here in Britain and also in America. For more information have a perusal here, pop the date in your diary and nab a ticket for what promises to be a rather special weekend… Buy Tickets online here

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