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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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Family building an archway at meet the builders day

Fun this May half-term at Castle Drogo 

From a trail around the garden to a meet the builders' day, there's lots going on this half-term.

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Things to see and do

Spring colours along a path

A secret garden 

The garden is full of colour including tulips, rhododendrons and azaleas.

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 redsiplayed, find out more about the Drewe family and the building work from 1910-1930.

Winding paths through the valley

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.

A photographer taking photos of flowers.

Festival of Arts 

From Friday 5 May until Sunday 18 June there will be a Festival of Arts at Castle Drogo. There will be artists exhibiting their work, a photography exhibition and workshops. (Normal admission prices apply, National Trust members free).

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.

Gril taking part in a school holiday trail

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 Arts

Wed 24 May 2017
11:00-16:00
Castle Drogo will be the backdrop for a creative programme of exhibitions and performances celebrating the creative spirit of Dartmoor.

Bird detective trail

Fri 26 May 2017
11:00-16:00
Hunt around the garden and grounds at Castle Drogo to find the boxes to help you become a bird detective (£1 per trail, normal admission applies).

Crafty castle capers

Tue 30 May 2017
11:00-16:00
Get your hands dirty by joining in a variety of fun filled crafty activities. Normal admission prices apply. Prices of activities will vary, please call 01647 433306 for more details.

Meet the builders day

Sat 03 Jun 2017
11:00-16:00
As the building project to save Castle Drogo is now over halfway through, we are offering the very special opportunity to meet the Castle Drogo builders. There will be demonstrations and activities to have a go at as well as behind the scenes...

Wild Tribe

Sun 04 Jun 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 4 June-build a traditional river craft using nothing more than hazel stems....

Hard hat tours

Tue 06 Jun 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....
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Eating and shopping

Enjoy a coffee and slice of cake, Castle Drogo, Devon

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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