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Castle Drogo is situated high above the Teign Gorge. It was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens for self-made millionaire Julius Drewe. It looks ancient, but this remarkable building was only constructed 100 years ago, the last castle ever built in England.

From the beginning it has suffered from water penetration and has for the last 8 years been undergoing a conservation project to make the Castle watertight.
As the building work comes to an end, the interior of the castle has been redisplayed after years in storage. Once reopened, you can explore the castles refreshed layout, discover its precious treasures, fascinating stories, and unique history.

Outside the castle, stroll around the formal gardens, alive with colour throughout the seasons. Or explore the Teign Valley with its ancient gorge, teeming with wildlife. There’s a variety of routes to suit all abilities.

Have you visited other National Trust properties in Devon?

Arlington Court near Barnstaple, Buckland Abbey - Yelverton, Greenway House - Dartmouth, Killerton House near Exeter, Knightshayes near Tiverton, Saltram - Plymouth.

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  • Dog Friendly
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  • No Smoking Attraction

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  • On site parking

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5 miles south of A30. From the A30 take A382 Whiddon Down to Moretonhampstead road; turn off at Sandy Park, then follow signs to Castle Drogo. Approach lanes narrow with tight corners. From Plymouth drive over Dartmoor passing Two Bridges, when you reach Moretonhampstead follow the A382 to Sandy Park, turn right, and follow signs up to Castle Drogo. Due to the narrow roads on the approach to Castle Drogo coaches and motorhomes longer than 10.5 metres and wider than 2.39 metres (or bigger than 43 seats) are not recommended. 

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Take the Dartline Coaches Bus 173 leaving from Exeter bus station (passing Exeter Central train station), available Monday to Saturday. The bus drops off at the bottom of Castle Drogo's drive which is a 800 yard walk uphill to the Visitor Centre.

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Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance
Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:
Flat, ie. without steps
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Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

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Audible alarm system
Hearing loop system
Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility
Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility
Wheelchairs provided

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Drewsteignton, Nr Exeter, Devon, EX6 6PB

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