Newsletter Signup
Stay in touch with Springhead – sign up for our occasional newsletter for news and events
Sign Up Here
News
Open Garden 23 March 2022
March 22, 2022The 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 More
Revamped roof is raised
December 10, 2021After many months of planning, fundraising and building works, Springhead’s mill building has a new roof
Read More
Springhead’s volunteer team grows
November 30, 2021With a new Winter Wednesdays group, and a growing Garden Gang, Springhead’s volunteers are making a big difference
Read More
Hands-on history
September 9, 2021Mesolithic 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 More
Update on our roof appeal
September 9, 2021This 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 More
Growing to give
September 1, 2021Springhead is now working with a new national scheme to help supply fresh vegetables for local families in need.
Read More
Moth-spotting at Springhead
August 16, 2021The Small Elephant Hawk-moth is just one of more than 250 moth species recorded this summer at Springhead.
Read More
Raising the roof – can you help?
July 12, 2021Springhead’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 More
Springhead’s roadmap
May 18, 2021The Trust’s Director explains how the charity will be easing out of lockdown
Read More
Springhead’s part in global bird sightings
May 10, 2021Bird observations made recently at Springhead will help form a picture of current world bird populations
Read More
Renewable energy milestone
May 12, 2021Since 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 More
Survey sets future direction
April 21, 2021More events, more opportunities to visit the gardens and improvements to Springhead’s buildings: Survey reveals how you would like us to improve
Read More
Springhead supports the Fontmell Friendship Garden
February 15, 2021Village project involves locals in planting, tending and cutting flowers
Read More
Help us plan Springhead’s future
January 11, 2021Help us plan Springhead’s future by completing our visitor survey
Read More
What’s been happening at Springhead in 2020
December 14, 2020See our new report on Springhead’s achievements in 2020
Read More
Autumn in the spring
November 5, 2020We 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 More
A brighter future
October 12, 2020The 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 More
Springhead re-opens with a fanfare
August 24, 2020Five 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 More
National Lottery grant for Springhead
June 23, 2020Springhead has received a National Lottery grant to help address the impact of Covid-19
Read More
Update from Springhead’s Director, 15 May 2020
May 15, 2020Springhead’s Director, Edward Parker, explains how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected Springhead, and how we are planning for the future.
Read More
Kitchen gardens to get new lease of life
February 26, 2020With 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 More
A month to celebrate
November 27, 2019November 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 More
Productive Gardens Project vacancy
November 26, 2019We 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 More
Reducing Springhead’s carbon footprint
October 16, 2019Springhead 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.
Young scientists explore Springhead’s wildlife
May 3, 2019Bat 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 More
New sluice keeps Springhead’s hydro turbine turning
March 27, 2019The 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 More
New paths improve access for visitors
December 19, 2018In 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 More
New website for Springhead
October 17, 2018The 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 More
Historic house now available for hire
October 17, 2018Restoration 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.
Read MoreShare