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Manifest 2026 will take place from 5th – 9th August<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manifest is a celebration of being male, nature & freedom; it encourages you to let go, share your heart, have a damn good laugh. Since 1995 men of all ages have gathered on the ancient wild landscape of Dartmoor, where we jointly create a completely unique space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The camp is held in the heart of the moors. You\u2019ll receive directions when you book. With soft grasses, ancient trees, granite tors, flowing water, fresh air and empty skies, it is the perfect environment to celebrate beauty, abundance and life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where the Men Stand<\/strong>
There is a place, where the men stand,
High up, on the hill
Looking out.
The rivers, the woods, the fields and the flowers,
Spread out below them.
The wind, what wind there is,
Moves gently amongst them,
And the sun, blessed sun,
Kisses their backs.
No one speaks.
If you could see them there
You would not question their decision.
I have stood there
Amongst them on that hill
And I know what brings them
The sweet, inexpressible knowledge
That in all this,
In all this beauty,
There is a place,
High up on that hill,
Where the men stand.
Do not ask yourself
Why?
Or listen to the clattering voices
that make each step a decision.
Take the forest path and climb.
And take your place
High up on that bright hill.
They are waiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olly Hurd-Thomas, Manifest, 1993<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What happens at Manifest<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As always, arrival at Beardown Farm is from Wednesday <\/strong>afternoon and leaves Sunday at 3pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arrival at camp on Wednesday from 4pm \u2013 with soup at 7pm and an opening circle at 8pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Manifest everyone gets a say in how the camp is run. Once we have all arrived the camp runs on the principles of \u2018Open Space\u2019, where each participant has a chance of asking for what they want. In the opening circle you can offer ideas for activities such as football, archery, a walk on the moors and singing, or for discussions and sharing about specific issues. There is always an opportunity to add ideas as the camp progresses. A few things can be expected to already be part of the camp, such as a feast and a cabaret (where anyone is welcome to offer a performance, or be a supportive audience<\/p>\n\n\n\n

member). On Thursday morning the camp creates itself, drawing on everyone\u2019s inspiration, ideas and desires to form a tapestry of events, themes, offerings, games and challenges … bringing another unique Manifest to life…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We know from past experience that the camp works best when the participants commit to staying for the whole duration. We are also aware that some people can\u2019t commit, but would like to get a flavour of the camp. For this reason the camp is open to \u2018visitors\u2019 on the first night \u2013 males who would like connect but can\u2019t stay for four days. They are welcome to remain until the end of Thursday, making a donation for their visit. After this the camp is closed to others joining, and we request that those remaining stay until Sunday afternoon, with the camp completing around 3pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices for the 2026 camp are as follows:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n