Philosophy Series 5/5: Aligning Values with Collective Flourishing

Philosophy Series 5/5: Aligning Values with Collective Flourishing

When

October 25, 2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where

Dilston Physic Garden
Dilston Physic Garden, Dilston, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5QZ

Event Type

How do personal virtues align with societal values? Explore this intersection with John Stuart Mill’s utilitarianism and Alasdair MacIntyre’s virtue ethics. Through discussions, creative activities, and meditative practices, discover how aligning your virtues with collective values fosters a thriving community. Contribute meaningfully to the world around you and promote collective flourishing.

Suggested Reading: Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill

Your facilitator, Darren, has been hosting workshops at the garden for several years. He teaches Philosophy, Literature and Creative Writing at residential colleges across the UK, and his bespoke events have been very popular at the garden.

Key info
Booking fee: £48 (or pay what you can afford)
Booking enquiries: either use the link to EventBrite Aligning Values with Collective Flourishing Tickets, Sat, Oct 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite or email Darren, darrenharper.esq@gmail.com
Parking: for workshop and events we please use our top-up car park, thank you! Directions available here
Refreshments: Please bring lunch! Light snacks and teas available in the physic shop

For more information about visiting the garden, facilities and general admission, see our Visit Us page. Please get in touch if you have queries/concerns about disability access via info@dilstonphysicgarden.com

 

 

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