Our PROJECTS

Our dedicated team have worked tirelessly on a range of different projects to protect the unique landscape of Dartmoor, including preserving the area's archaeology and restoring its natural habitats and wildlife.

Photo Credit: Brad Roach
Photo Credit: Brad Roach

Our HISTORY

For over 140 years, the Dartmoor Preservation Association has been at the forefront of campaigning for the protection and conservation of Dartmoor National Park.

Photo from the DPA archive c.1884
Photo from the DPA archive c.1884

Our PEOPLE

We are a small but mighty charity led by a Board of Trustees, a small team of office staff and our very active volunteers.

Photo Credit: Brad Roach
Photo Credit: Brad Roach

HOW WE ARE RUN

The Dartmoor Preservation Association operates as a charity in law.

Members of the Board of Trustees have key roles to play in contributing to the decision-making of the Association to represent our wider membership.