Who we are
Asterion & Co. is newly launched, a centre for heritage-inspired learning, based out of the 16th-century farmhouse, then later vicarage and now the home of founder Neil Crump.
In 2022, having sold a marketing and communications business in the healthcare industry and moving out of London, Neil, working alongside head gardener Jude Rice and builder Guy Bryant — began to restore, reimagine, and enrich this corner of Somerset.
Asterion & Co. is as much a personal philosophy as a place. Once dubbed a “renaissance man” — not entirely as a compliment — Neil chose to claim it. With a foot in science, a heart in the arts, and a head for business, he created Asterion & Co. to bring together people who appreciate tradition, beauty, skill, and the quiet satisfaction of doing things well.
However, Asterion is only half the story…
We’re looking for the ‘& Co.’ who see the world as we do.
Our five values below are central to everything we do at Asterion & Co. They shape the culture we’ve set out to build.
They influence who we hire, how we work, and which collaborators we partner with. They guide us in creating memorable and enriching days for our guests. Living these values isn’t a nice-to-have; it’s essential, and we’ve seen their impact play out in meaningful ways.
With that in mind, we’re looking for like-minded collaborators to help shape our upcoming programme, running from this winter through to early summer 2026. If you’re a skilled maker, grower, or creative with roots in heritage — whether in food, gardening, interiors, or the visual arts — and you see the world through a similar lens — we should talk. We’ll host your existing workshop with an Asterion flourish.
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We help talented people grow their brand through teaching — adding income, storytelling content, and new ways to connect deeply with customers. It’s not about giving your ideas away; it’s about elevating what you do and inviting people to appreciate the skill behind it.
We know that running a small business or honing a craft is demanding — often leaving little time to think beyond the day-to-day. But if the values behind Asterion resonate with you, this could be a chance to step back, share what you do best, and grow your practice in new ways.
We’ll support you in shaping a meaningful experience for guests — one that’s grounded in heritage, thoughtfully delivered, and true to your work. It’s something people will remember, and something you’ll be proud to put your name to.
So go on — get in touch, and let’s make something brilliant.
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We work well together, fostering warmth and the shared will to build up everyone around us.
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We admire people who know their craft and take pride in the detail and beauty that we each create.
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We enrich the people and places we engage with, putting in the effort to ensure everything is better than when we found it.
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We take pride in making progress and celebrate the shared satisfaction that comes with doing things well.
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We act with integrity, speak out when something isn’t right, and only work with those who treat people and the planet well.
Our values shape everything we do
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