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There is so much to see and do at Powderham Castle you will be pushed to fit it all in to one day, but don’t worry as you can come back on another day for FREE!*

For the very first time since Powderham opened to visitors in 1957, the tour routes and the tales told of Devon’s 600-year-old family home are changing.  After years of study and with input from Universities of Exeter, Plymouth and Pennsylvania, Charlie and AJ (the new Earl and Countess of Devon) are excited to launch this fresh telling of the ancient and unique Powderham story.  

Outside there are acres to explore and discoveries to be made. Visit the Walled Garden, Play Area & Pets Corner (and take part on our nature trail on the way) home to our friendly Powderham pets and adventure play area (including our Courtenay Fort!). A donkey, pot-bellied pigs, goats, guinea pigs, chickens, sheep, and stick-insects, to name but a few, live here in a blissfully happy environment and enjoy the company of visitors, children and adults alike.

Head to our American Woodland Garden to enjoy a scenic picnic and explore this haven of peaceful tranquillity, adorned with exotic trees and a gothic summerhouse/folly.

Pay a visit to the Powderham Forge, regenerated to its former glory by our new award-winning blacksmith, Andrew Hall. As a fully working forge you can see the blacksmiths at work using traditional skills and techniques.

This Summer Holiday, there’s so much to do with the family!

Launching in July and landing for the whole of the summer holidays is a very special socially-distanced Outer Space Exhibition! Space Explorers and budding astronauts can enjoy an out of this world brick adventure and go on a journey through the solar system.

Visit the Castle (Friday – Sunday) and experience our brand new interesting audio guides and a never-seen-before layout for 2020!

Take part in the magical Fairytale Trail and see if you can find all of the mythical characters and creatures hiding in the Castle and Grounds…you might find Sleeping Beauty, Red Riding Hood and even a Frog Prince! 

Marvel at the fantastic Mystery Art Exhibition (Friday – Sunday) and see if you can guess which art piece matches up to which Agatha Christie title – enter the competition with a chance to win up to £200 worth of art prizes!

*Free return valid for 7 days. Children can take part in another themed session on a Free Return ticket for only £3.00.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult£12.95 per ticket
Child (4-16yrs)/Student£10.95 per ticket
Concession£10.95 per ticket
Senior£11.95 per ticket
Under 3sFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Recent Reviews:

  • D5534UUmichaels
    Best Bit - the drive home ... see who was with me - when I got there family after 15 mins just me .
    2 of 5 stars
    Saturday, 12th December 2020
    Wow - well what can i say - remember Ron Weasley on the train the first ride to Hogwarts - that disgusting sandwich.. look this is a great location and lovely setting however the Xmas Afternoon T... Read full review
  • PurpleRain11111
    Waste of time
    1 of 5 stars
    Thursday, 24th December 2020
    Stale food, overpriced for what was on offer,rude customer service,didn’t know if place was going to open as misleading information online-waste of time Read full review
  • kmhdevon
    Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom
    Waste of time and money.
    1 of 5 stars
    Wednesday, 30th December 2020
    The Christmas at the Castle was very disappointing, Having been to several other attractions lit up for Christmas we thought this would be a magical experience for our grandchildren. The castle... Read full review
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Facilities

Other

  • Gift Shop

Accessibility

  • Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Tour guides
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Attraction Facilities

  • Childrens Play Area
  • Garden Centre
  • Plant Sales
  • Shop

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant - Tearooms seating 25 max with an overflow of 25 in Coach House, also outdoor seating for 30.Serving cream teas, snacks and homemade lunches. Restaurant at the Country Store within the grounds with outdoor seating area.
  • Picnic Site

Children & Infants

  • Facilities for children

COVID-19 Response

  • Eat Out to Help Out

Establishment Features

  • Available for wedding receptions
  • Bristol Pound Accepted
  • Cater for groups
  • Coach drop-off point
  • Conference facilities
  • Dog Friendly
  • Event venue
  • Event Venue
  • Free car parking
  • Licenced for civil marriages
  • On-site coach parking
  • On-site Restaurant/Cafe
  • Picnic Area
  • Printed Material in Foreign Languages
  • Shop
  • Tea / Coffee Shop
  • Toilets
  • Wedding Venue

Key Features

  • Families
  • Film or TV location
  • Haunted
  • In countryside
  • Indoor Attraction
  • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
  • Outdoor Attraction
  • Weddings

Parking & Transport

  • Coach Parking
  • On Bus Route
  • Parking (free)

Payment Methods

  • All major credit cards accepted
  • Cash & Cheque accepted
  • Maestro accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Min group size - 15
  • Visa accepted

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

  • French printed material
  • German printed material
  • Polish printed material
  • Spanish printed material

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups
  • Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups
  • Guided Tours Compulsory for Individuals

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Wi-fi available

Venue Facilities

  • Area for musician/band
  • Choice of marriage rooms
  • Garden/grounds available for photography
  • Groups Accepted
  • Lawn area for marquee
  • Licenced for civil marriages

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Nearest major road is A379. Follow B/W signs on A379 Exeter to Dawlish Road.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Starcross station. Follow A379 to castle gates in Kenton.

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Access Information

PARKING

Flat route with no steps from parking area to entrance
Parking is provided for visitors
With designated parking for visitors with disabilities
Within about 50 metres of the attraction
Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:
Flat, ie. without steps

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to:
Information point
Public toilet
Public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair
Ticket issuing point
Level access, ramp or lift to dining area

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:
Restaurant
Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided

STAFF

Some staff have specialised disability knowledge or skills, eg sign language

GENERAL

Audible alarm system
Clear signage throughout the attraction (e.g. colour contrasted, large lettering, use of pictograms etc.)
Facilities for service dogsYes
Good colour / tonal contrast used throughout the attraction e.g. doors contrast strongly with floors/walls
Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility
Some routes
Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for wheelchair users
Some routes
Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility
Wheelchairs provided
Free of charge

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

Powderham, Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JQ

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