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Nothing is normal. Dramatic castle overlooking the Teign Gorge, undergoing a conservation project to make it watertight.

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2000 clocks on display at Castle Drogo.

Clock work 

Find out more about Harrison's Garden, an installation of over 2,000 clocks by artist Luke Jerram which is now on display at Castle Drogo.

The sunken rose garden at Castle Drogo

A secret garden 

Highlights in the garden this month include the roses and the gardeners are trimming the yew hedges. The herbaceous borders are bursting with colours of oranges, purples and whites.

The Drawing room at Castle Drogo with sofas in the middle of the room.

Stories from the castle 

The rooms inside the castle have been redisplayed, find out more about the Drewe family and the building work from 1910-1930.

Autumnal trees by the river Teign.

Explore the Teign Gorge 

Follow the winding paths below the castle into the sheltered Teign Gorge. Explore this ancient gorge, teeming with wildlife on trails along the river.

Dog walkers enjoy the view at Castle Drogo

Bringing your dog to Castle Drogo? 

Find out more about where your four legged friend can go in the garden, visitor centre and on the estate.

A tour guide explaining the project to a visitor

Project viewing tower 

The project viewing tower is back. Climb the 58 steps to get a bird's eye view of the north roof.

Autumn

Family fun 

We've got lots to keep your little ones entertained, from picking up a free spotter sheet in the garden to miles of pathways in the woods to run wild in.

Upcoming events

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Festival of crafts

Sat 23 Sep 2017
11:00-16:00
Two exhibitions in the castle highlight the craftsmanship and architecture of the building. 'Super rural' on display from 16 Sept-24 Oct features plans and models by 2nd and 3rd year architecture students from Oxford Brooks. 'A Geometric...

Late summer colours photography workshop

Fri 29 Sep 2017
11:00-15:00
A return to the gardens of Castle Drogo before the final flowers leave, spend time amongst the rich colours and busy butterflies and bees. Whether new or old, come along to learn more about photography in the beautiful gardens of Castle Drogo in...

Wild Tribe

Sun 01 Oct 2017
11:00-14:00
Join the Wild Tribe at Fingle Bridge Meadows. Bushcraft activities for families with children of all ages from 5-12. Wrap up warm as this is an outdoor event. Sunday 1 October-Back woods cooking Stone pit ovens, open fire cooking, rabbits...

Fungi foray

Sun 01 Oct 2017
14:00-16:00
Join an experienced mycologist finding and identifying the wide range of fungi on the Castle Drogo estate.

Hard hat tours

Tue 03 Oct 2017
10:30-12:00
Don your hard hats and join the Castle Drogo project manager or Clerk of Works for a very special behind the scenes tour of the building project to save Castle Drogo. Places are limited so booking is essential on 01647 433306. £7.50 per person. (...

Autumn woodland deer walk and breakfast

Sat 14 Oct 2017
07:30-10:00
Join this guided walk during the fallow deer rut to search for the sights and sounds of deer in the colourful woods. Afterwards enjoy a delicious home cooked full English breakfast in our café.
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Eating and shopping

Soup and crusty bread at Castle Drogo

Enjoy a tasty treat 

Relax, recharge or indulge yourself with a delicious snack or light meal at our café.

Browse the many items from chutneys to scarves

Pick up a memento or more  

From cards to candles and soaps to scarves there’s something to catch your eye.

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Our work

A builder working on a flat roof.

Saving the castle 

Find out about our six year conservation project to make the castle watertight. An undertaking more complex than it might sound.

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Get involved

Viewing tower looking down on the building work

Volunteering at Castle Drogo 

From buggy driving to room guiding there are lots of ways to get involved at Castle Drogo.

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Learning

Get Changed Theatre performing in the garden, Castle Drog

A day of discovery 

Our community and engagement officer works to deliver our aim of making sure that Castle Drogo is a ‘much loved local place’ by providing new and exciting ways to get involved.

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Groups

A volunteer talking to a group

Share the experience 

With our warm welcome and specialist tours, we'll ensure you have a fantastic day out at Castle Drogo with your group.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Castle Drogo on the National Trust Collections website

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