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24th February 2022 By Jane

Read the latest news Bitesize Newsletter February 2022

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Peter the Great and his radical reforms

15th February 2022 By Jane

This year marks the 350th anniversary of the birth of that giant figure in the history of Russia: Peter the Great. The Arts Society expert, Rosamund Bartlett, reveals what Peter did for Russian art and culture – and why his approach included a tax on beards here

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Drawn to the light

2nd February 2022 By Jane

A winter’s evening walk brings glimpses of a motif that, for artists, conjures homecomings, hauntings, nostalgia and desire. Peter Davidson explores the enduring fascination of the lighted window courtesy of The Arts Society.

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Dartmoor Search & Rescue benefit from Amblers

23rd January 2022 By Jane

Each week, the Amblers meet at Pixon Lane for a walk which is usually up to a maximum of 5 miles. The group are in no hurry, and like to amble along the planned route, enjoy the landscape, catch up on the latest news and generally enjoy a social get together. A different member plans […]

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Amblers on Dartmoor

16th November 2021 By Jane

The Amblers enjoy a walk on a dry winter’s day on Dartmoor taking in the views in and around Pew Tor.  Pictures courtesy of Imogen Monk.                  

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The world of Icons

14th November 2021 By Jane

The term ‘icon’ comes from the Greek ‘eikon’, meaning ‘image’. These objects of veneration come with a rich history, with the earliest surviving examples dating to the 6th or 7th century. Arts Society expert, Helen McIldowie-Jenkins, unpicks the tale of the origins and making of this particularly singular art form here

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