Compton Castle

Important notice -

Due to the blustery weather the orchard will be closed to visitors and dogs on Thursday 20 September. The castle gardens will be open as normal.

Dramatic fortified manor house and small formal garden

More about this place

View towards stone fireplace in the solar or withdrawing room at Compton Castle, Devon

Things to see and do in the castle 

In the castle there are the charming and historical Great Hall, Sub Solar and Solar to explore, as well as the medieval kitchen and chapel.

Apples on a tree in autumn

Autumn colour at Compton Castle 

In autumn months the garden and countryside surrounding Compton Castle fill with warm golden colours, and the castle becomes a cosy retreat where you can warm yourself by the fire in the Great Hall. Find out about all of the things to see and do this autumn.

Children taking place in a Hallowe'en trail

Fun for families this autumn 

Little-ones love castles, and at Compton Castle there's plenty to keep them enchanted. As autumn approaches it is time to start thinking about catching falling leaves in the orchard, trying on medieval costumes, and getting ready for Halloween.

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What's on 

Upcoming events

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Spooky spiders castle trail at Compton Castle

Tue 23 Oct 2018
10:30-16:00
There are spooky goings-on with the spiders in Compton Castle this half-term.
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Get involved

Volunteer

A volunteer at the Boathouse at Greenway in Devon

Looking for your next adventure in the English Riviera? 

There are lots of different ways to volunteer at the four places in the English Riviera: Bradley, Coleton Fishacre, Compton Castle and Greenway. Find out about the different volunteer roles at these places and how you can get involved.

Volunteer Bob Hopper at Compton Castle

A day in the life of Bob 

A great team of volunteers help to keep Compton Castle ticking like clockwork. Volunteer gardener Bob gives us an insight into the well-oiled machine, and shares what he enjoys the most.

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History

A distant view of the north front of Compton Castle, Devon

A brief history of Compton Castle 

Find out about the history of Compton, which stretches back to the 1400s, and includes famous connections in Sir Humphrey Gilbert and his half brother Sir Walter Raleigh. There's a video of Sir Humphrey's life and times you can watch as well.

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Groups

A group of people walking towards a coach

Bring a group 

Compton Castle is the perfect place to bring a group; whether you're part of a coach party, special interest tour, school group, or are just looking for somewhere to go with a large group of friends. Your group could even have a talk from Lady Katherine. Our group bookings coordinator will be happy to help arrange your visit.

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Places to stay

The garden at Compton Castle, with holiday cottage the Watch Tower in the background

The Watch Tower 

The three-storey building of the Watch Tower is built into the curtain wall of Compton Castle. It has been carefully restored, features a narrow winding staircase and small peeping windows, and sleeps two people.

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Art and collections

Our collections

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

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