Sharpham House
Sharpham House is a Palladian mansion set in a Capability Brown landscape overlooking the River Dart.
The House was the Ash's family home from 1962 until Maurice died in 2003. It has been the base for Sharpham Trust's charitable activities since it was established in 1984 . Today courses, talks workshops and other activities are held in and around the house.
While the grounds and estate are private there are many opportunities to visit, either by participating in the programmes offered, or by visiting on an Open Day. You will find information about these on the relevant pages of this site and the calendar of events.
The House is opened regularly each year for Open Days; on these occasions it is possible to look around parts of the house and gardens.
The Trust's policy of managed access, means that people who visit, can enjoy the tranquility and atmosphere of Sharpham.
Using the House as a base for your course
Sharpham House is set within 600 acres of rolling Devon countryside on the edge of the river Dart just south of Totnes. It's peaceful location and rural beauty make it an ideal place to spend time whilst pursuing a course of study or retreat.
Sharpham House is used as a welcoming and supportive environment for groups who are participating in our Programme. At other times it is possible for us to accommodate outside groups.
The House can accommodate up to 30 people in shared accommodation.
We have a choice of teaching/group spaces.
Tuesday Room (Ground floor in the main house) 28’ x 18’
A meeting room in the main house. Suitable for lectures, meetings, bodywork or meditation. Approx. 30 people. (Disabled access)
Octagonal Room (First floor in the main house) 25’ x 25’
A meeting room in the main house. Suitable for lectures, meetings, bodywork or meditation. Approx. 30 people.
Music Room (First floor in the main house) 28’ x 18’
Suitable as an informal social space or for lectures, meetings, bodywork or meditation. Approx. 30 people.
South Wing (annexe to the house) 28’ x 18’)
Suitable for meetings, eating or workshops with wood burning stove.
Kitchenette and toilet facilities (with disabled access) behind.
Maximum 20 people. (space enough for 10 people to do yoga or 40 max for a talk or 20 doing activities together)
Catering
We can provide three vegetarian meals per day.
Our kitchen garden supplies organic seasonal vegetables which are supplemented with local produce, wherever possible.
Other facilities
You are welcome to walk in the grounds and the gardens.
We have a small outdoor swimming pool, a fleet of canoes and several outdoor teaching sites. All of which can be booked at additional cost.
Ranger-led sessions
Please visit our Sharpham Outdoors pages on this website for more details.
Weddings and Celebrations
Very occasionally, we can accept bookings for weddings and celebrations.Please enquire for more detail.