Behind the scenes tour to the roof of Castle Drogo
Join this behind the scenes tour to visit the south roof of Castle Drogo. Discover more about the castle's design, its story and its place in the Dartmoor landscape.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
This guided tour will take you up through the top corridors of the castle and onto the southern roof. You will see the design of this area up close and (Dartmoor weather depending!) see the breathtaking views across the landscape. You have to be over 1.2 metres tall to join the tour as well as be physically fit, have a head for heights and be wearing sturdy footwear. Tickets can only be purchased on the day from the visitor centre, first come first served. The tours are subject to weather conditions on the day so may have to be cancelled at the last minute.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All normal admission charges apply | £5.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Tickets available first come first served, on the day from the Visitor Centre.
- Suitability
Children must be over 1.2m tall and accompanied by an adult.
- Meeting point
Meet at the entrance to the castle.
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather. The roof can get very hot in summer and very cold in winter. Sturdy footwear is essential.
- Accessibility
There are several flights of stairs and steps (some without handrails) and uneven surfaces on this tour.
- Other
The Dartmoor weather is very unpredictable and this tour can only go ahead in certain conditions. It may have to be cancelled at the very last minute.
Upcoming events
Nursery Corridor Exhibition
The Nursery Corridor will be open for you to explore, with displays about how the different eras have looked throughout Castle Drogo's history.
Join in with the Summer of Play
There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Castle Drogo as we turn back the clock to the 1970s.
Hydro Open Day
The hydro turbine building on the River Teign will be open for you to look inside. The knowledgeable guide will be able to tell you about the history of this building along with how it was restored and how it works.
Theatre on the lawn: HMS Pinafore
Castle Drogo is host to award-winning Illyria's production of Gilbert and Sullivan's HMS Pinafore