a hub for community interaction and involvement

THE MANSION

The Mansion is a historical building that sits at the heart of the town and right on the high street – it has been gifted to the town for community use.

THE MANSION

Totnes has a rich history of community organised activism, projects and events.
The Mansion represents all that is great and unique about Totnes, under one roof.

A centre for education and recreation, collectively run by the community.

The Mansion is a community asset managed by Totnes Community Development Society (TCDS) for the benefit of the community of Totnes. We are committed to enabling and supporting the operation of the Mansion so that it fulfils its charitable objectives.

“A centre for the provision of facilities for the promotion of further education for the inhabitants of Totnes, and subject thereto for meeting, lectures, classes, physical exercise and other forms of recreation and other leisure time occupation in the interests of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants.”

A shared space for the community and users of the building.

Walk through The Mansion and you will find our beautiful, walled courtyard which is open to all – whether you are just passing or a tenant, this shared space is the central hub of The Mansion and is regularly used to host events and shared meals.

“A blueprint for community buildings.
Run by the community, for the community”

The Mansion Directory

The Mansion Directory