Finch Foundry

The last working water-powered forge in England

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The garden behind Finch Foundry, Devon

Half-term fun at Finch Foundry 

Are you up for exploring with all five senses?

Inside Finch Foundry, Devon

Learn about Victorian industry in Sticklepath

To have all your questions answered about the history of Finch Foundry a visit is a must, but this will give you an idea of what to expect.

Activities

Quoits on a lawn

Fun and games 

Come rain or shine, there's something to do at Finch Foundry.

50 things

50 things to do at the Foundry 

Indoors or outdoors - the choice is yours. You'll definitely be able to complete some '50 things' activities while you're here.

The garden behind Finch Foundry, Devon

Sensory experiences at Finch Foundry 

As you explore the foundry and garden, your senses will be woken up as you consider your surroundings in a different way.

Upcoming events

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Sensory explorer trail

Mon 18 Feb 2019
11:00-14:30
Are you up for exploring both Finch Foundry and Lydford Gorge with all five senses?

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt

Fri 19 Apr 2019
11:00-16:00
Come and discover Finch Foundry while completing our Easter trail and receive a Cadbury's chocolate egg at the end (while stocks last)

Classic car day

Sat 27 Apr 2019
11:00-16:00
Amazing cars of all ages. With so many on show you're sure to see something new, bold or beautiful. If you'd like to bring along your classic please do ask.

Motorcycle day

Sat 18 May 2019
11:00-16:00
An astounding array of motorcycles from throughout the ages to the modern day on display on Foundry Meadow. Come along and meet some friends or make some new ones. All motorcycles welcome.

Rural skills and crafts fair

Sun 01 Sep 2019
11:00-16:00
The fair will help you get an idea of the historical crafts and skills which used to frequent the landscape of Dartmoor and to meet the people who keep them alive for all to see.

Halloween fun at Finch

Sun 27 Oct 2019
11:00-16:00
The fiery furnaces of Finch present a spooky backdrop for some scary stories and a fun Halloween trail. Donations towards the story teller welcome.
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Eating

A bowl of squash soup

The best service station off the A30 

The tea-room's a good place to have a break from your journey, or meet up with family and friends.

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Shopping

Gifts for all

Accessories on display in the shop at Finch Foundry, Devon

Gifts for everyone 

There's plenty here to tempt you - lots of seasonal goodies and exclusive gifts.

Things for the garden in the shop at Finch Foundry, Devon

Things for the garden 

Gifts for the budding gardener or enthusiast - there should be something to tempt you.

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Our work

Ben Shapcott, Foundry Manager, Finch Foundry, Devon

A typical day, or not so typical day 

A Foundry Manager needs a myriad of skills and great flexibility to face the challenges of an average day.

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History

The Finch's

The Finch family, Finch Foundry, Devon

Meet the family 

The family behind the foundry - meet the main players in the Finch empire.

Rebecca Finch

Rebecca Finch 

Rebecca Finch re-established Finch Foundry as a major player in the tool industry.

Turnip hook made at Finch Foundry, Devon

Tools for winter jobs 

A tool for every job

Tools on display at Finch Foundry, Devon

The missing 34 years 

What happened to Finch Foundry when the Finch family business closed down?

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Art and collections

Rebecca's chair, Finch Foundry, Devon

Rebecca's chair 

Rebecca Finch owned and ran Finch Foundry from 1885 to 1891. Although this was a short period of time, Rebecca made big changes to the business.

Our collections

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

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