Visit a 600 year old castle on the banks of the Exe estuary

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Powderham Castle near Exeter

Powderham Castle near Exeter

Powderham Castle is located in a unique, picturesque setting beside the Exe estuary, near Exeter. Six hundred years of history are contained within the walls of one of England’s oldest family homes.

Guided tours of this magnificent Castle, one of the oldest family houses in England and home to the 18th Earl of Devon, reveal secret doors, stunning castle rooms, amazing architecture and intriguing stories that really bring the history to life. You can also visit the recently restored Victorian Kitchen where you can visualise what life would have been like in domestic service.

Visitors can join a Deer Park Safari and get closer to the amazing wildlife in the deer park. In the grounds of the Castle you will discover the Secret Garden and Courtenay Fort, a huge adventure play castle which is a big hit with the kids. Birds of prey will be soaring through the skies above the castle from 18th July to 30th August – there is indeed a full calendar of events and details can be viewed on the Events Page of the castle website.

www.devonanddorsetcottages.co.uk