Powderham Castle

A visit to Powderham Castle is an enchanting day out for all its visitors. Fascinating guided tours of this magnificent 600year old Castle – one of the oldest family houses in England and home to the 18th Earl of Devon - reveals secret doors, stunning castle rooms, amazing architecture and intriguing stories that really bring the history to life. Not forgetting the recently restored Victorian Kitchen where you can visualise what life would have been like in domestic service.

Outside visitors are welcome to explore extensive grounds full of natural rugged beauty and relax in the peaceful surroundings. The Castle is set in a fabulous Deer Park, on the edge of the Exe estuary, only a stone’s throw from Exeter. Some visitors take the beautiful walk up to the Belvedere (available until 31 July) where they are justly rewarded with amazing far-reaching views and others may choose a closer look at the wonderful wildlife on the estate on a deer park safari. (small extra charge)

In 2010 there will be some new attractions as well as the usual calendar of special events and themed weeks. These will include a Robin Hood week, Knights & Princesses week, Pirate weeks and meeting our very own Willy Wonka over the Easter holidays! For all the latest dates and details keep a look out on our website www.powderham.co.uk

Opening Times

2010 Opening 1 Apr 2010 - 31 Oct 2010

* Sunday to Friday 11am to 4.30pm (to 5.30pm from 18 July to 30 Aug)
Also open Saturday 3 April, 29 May, 28 Aug and 30 Oct.

The Castle sometimes closes for private functions, please call or check the website before making a special journey.

Prices

Awards

• Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme (Silver) 2010

Tickets Information

Special rates for groups of 15 or more.

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.

 Facilities

• Gift Shop

Attraction Facilities

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

Venue Facilities

• Area for musician/band
• Garden/grounds available for photography
• Lawn area for marquee
• Wedding Venue

Provider Preferences

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

Accessibility

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

Children & Infants

• Facilities for children

Parking & Transport

• Coach Parking
• Parking (free)

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

Payment Methods

• Groups Accepted
• Maestro accepted
• MasterCard accepted
• Min group size - 15
• Visa accepted

Establishment Features

• Event venue
• Tea / Coffee Shop
• Toilets

Specialist Features

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

Printed Material in Foreign Languages

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

Tours and Demonstrations

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