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Sign Up HereThe garden was opened on 23rd March in recognition of the assistance we have received from the National Lottery Heritage Fund in keeping Springhead going during the pandemic. People visiting enjoyed the warmth of the spring sunshine whilst seeing the beautiful spring bulbs and early blossom in our ornamental lakeside garden. Please keep an […]
Read MoreAfter many months of planning, fundraising and building works, Springhead’s mill building has a new roof
Read MoreWith a new Winter Wednesdays group, and a growing Garden Gang, Springhead’s volunteers are making a big difference
Read MoreMesolithic flint blades and iron age pottery are among the exciting finds dug up by volunteers as part of an archaeological project being carried out at Springhead this summer and autumn.
Read MoreThis month, work will begin on fixing the leaking roof of Springhead’s mill building, thanks to all those who have supported us through donations and grants.
Read MoreSpringhead is now working with a new national scheme to help supply fresh vegetables for local families in need.
Read MoreThe Small Elephant Hawk-moth is just one of more than 250 moth species recorded this summer at Springhead.
Read MoreSpringhead’s listed mill building is the hub of all the Trust’s activities, but the roof is leaking, and its chimneys, gutters and other features are in urgent need of repair. We have already secured nearly two thirds of the restoration costs. The trustees have now launched an appeal for local people and businesses to help […]
Read MoreThe Trust’s Director explains how the charity will be easing out of lockdown
Read MoreBird observations made recently at Springhead will help form a picture of current world bird populations
Read MoreSince Springhead’s solar photovoltaic panels were installed six years ago, they have generated just over 100,000 kWh (kilowatt hours), saving energy and money.
Read MoreMore events, more opportunities to visit the gardens and improvements to Springhead’s buildings: Survey reveals how you would like us to improve
Read MoreVillage project involves locals in planting, tending and cutting flowers
Read MoreHelp us plan Springhead’s future by completing our visitor survey
Read MoreSee our new report on Springhead’s achievements in 2020
Read MoreWe were delighted to hold our first school visit of the year last week, when children from Fontmell Magna’s primary school enjoyed outdoor activities in the lakeside gardens.
Read MoreThe pandemic has had a huge impact on Springhead, as it has on so many charities, businesses and individuals, but with support from a number of funders, large and small, we are now looking forward to a brighter future.
Read MoreFive months after lockdown began, Springhead has re-opened with a fanfare. On Friday 21 August the Monteverdi Choir performed for the first time in the spectacular surroundings of Springhead’s ornamental lakeside gardens.
Read MoreSpringhead has received a National Lottery grant to help address the impact of Covid-19
Read MoreSpringhead’s Director, Edward Parker, explains how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected Springhead, and how we are planning for the future.
Read MoreWith the appointment of Catherine Simmonds as our new Productive Gardens Project Co-ordinator, Springhead will be getting more children involved in growing, cooking and eating fresh produce.
Read MoreNovember has been an exciting month at Springhead, with plenty of events, activities and funding news. We are particularly delighted to have been awarded a grant of £20,000 by the Garfield Weston Foundation to help us run our charitable activities. As a small charity, this grant will make a big difference to the Trust, and […]
Read MoreWe are looking for a Project Co-ordinator for our new Productive Gardens project. This exciting new project will give more children and local people the chance to get involved in growing and eating organic produce. There will be four main strands to the project: Growing and harvesting produce including vegetables from the kitchen gardens, fruit […]
Read MoreSpringhead has significantly reduced both its carbon footprint and energy costs, through a range of new energy saving installations.
20 secondary glazing units, 139 high efficiency LED lights, and a range of roof, ceiling and floor insulation have been installed with funding from Low Carbon Dorset as part of the European Regional Development Fund, and the BA Carbon Fund.
Bat detectors, microscopes, bird boxes with cameras, fishing nets, binoculars – and even an underwater camera for photographing fish – are among the new items of equipment we have been able to buy, thanks to two grants.
Read MoreThe hydro turbine helps us reduce our carbon footprint, by generating renewable electricity.Accumulating weeds, leaves and sticks have been clogging up the system which has at times resulted in it being shut down. Now, thanks to two grants, we have been able to install a new sluice gate to deal with this problem, and to help regulate the flow of water.
Read MoreIn recent years, we have carried out a lot of work at Springhead to make our buildings more accessible for our visitors. With the help of two grants, we have now turned our attention to the outside areas.
Read MoreThe Springhead Trust is delighted to announce the launch of its new website, which is designed to be fully accessible for those on the go, as it adapts for viewing on tablets and mobiles.
Read MoreRestoration of Springhead House has now been completed and the building will soon be available for rental, offering spacious and comfortable accommodation for family groups, wedding guests and other visitors.
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