Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon EX6 6PB Telephone: 01647 433306
Inside this remarkable granite building, set above the Teign Gorge, is a surprisingly warm and comfortable family home. Commissioned by retail tycoon Julius Drewe, and designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the castle harks back to a romantic past, while its brilliant design heralds the modern era. Behind the imposing façade, poignant family keepsakes sit alongside 17th-century tapestries. The dramatic Dartmoor setting can be appreciated from the delightful formal garden and walks into a rhododendron valley. Tours and fun activities are arranged throughout the year. Our visitor centre and café specialising in local produce have been enlarged and improved
Don't miss
Within the austere granite castle, discover unexpected family comforts.
Explore the Arts & Crafts-inspired garden.
Enjoy the estate's changing landscapes, from moorland to woodland.
Making the most of your day
Events throughout the year. Enjoy a guided tour or activity, available most days. Waymarked walks through estate and garden. Quizzes and trails. Play croquet on dry summer days. Dogs on leads welcome throughout estate and informal garden areas
Opening times
Castle
13-Feb - 21-Feb-10
11 - 5
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27-Feb - 07-Mar-10
11 - 5
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13-Mar - 31-Mar-10
11 - 5
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01-Apr - 05-Sep-10
11 - 5
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06-Sep - 31-Oct-10
11 - 5
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27-Nov - 12-Dec-10
11 - 4:30
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18-Dec - 23-Dec-10
11 - 4:30
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Visitor centre and garden*
13-Mar - 31-Oct-10
8:30 - 5:30
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18-Dec - 23-Dec-10
8:30 - 5
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27-Dec - 31-Dec-10
8:30 - 5
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*Visitor centre and garden also open weekends in January, February, early March, November and early December, plus every day 13 to 21 February. Garden opens 9:30. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.
Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): adult £8.60 (£7.80), child £4.30 (£3.90), family £21.60 (£19.60), family (1 adult) £12.90 (£11.70). Garden and grounds only: adult £5.50 (£5), child £3 (£2.75). Winter: adult £5.50 (£5), child £3.15 (£2.85). Winter, garden and grounds only: adult £2.55 (£2.30), child £1.25 (£1.15). Reduced rate when arriving by cycle or public transport. Croquet lawn normally open June to September; equipment hire from visitor reception
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Places nearby
Finch Foundry
Lydford Gorge
Fingle Bridge
Steps Bridge
Parke Estate
Guidebook
To find out more about Castle Drogo buy the guide before you visit
