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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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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

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    • helenwX863FJ
      Cardiff, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      A good day out.
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 18th April 2022
      Spotted the signs to the castle on our way to our holiday park as my little one loves castles. The lady at the opening up was extremely warming and welcoming. Children under 5 were free (bonus). They... Read full review
    • V1546FSanneh
      New York City, New York
      Lovely staff, beautiful calm environment, plenty for kids
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 21st April 2022
      This is a really lovely place. I felt that it was priced correctly for what you get, and it was great that under 5s are free. The staff I encountered - at the entrance, in the cafe and in the... Read full review
    • 760billa
      Spring Lake, New Jersey
      Worth going out of your way to visit
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 8th May 2022
      We stopped to visit Powderham Castle because it was conveniently located near the mid point of our drive from Bournemouth to Penzance. But, having enjoyed the tour of the castle so much, this is... Read full review
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    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
    • Min group size - 15
    • 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
    • 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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    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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