Dreaming up a castle
This Autumn discover more about the origins of Castle Drogo and it's renowned architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. Includes some of the rarely seen Lutyens plans.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Discover a new display in the Study at Castle Drogo exploring the beginning of Castle Drogo and the dream of building a castle on Dartmoor. Many of the Lutyens plans, drawing and sketches will be on display alongside some key objects in the Castle Drogo collection.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
There is step free access into the study. However the majority of the visitor route around the castle does require ascending and descending stairs. Please speak to our visitor welcome team on arrival or head to our website for our full access statement.
Upcoming events
Join in with the Summer of Play
There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Castle Drogo, as we travel back through 100 years of play.
Stored secrets exhibition
Are you brave enough to learn about our killer collection? How about trying some Regency exercise equipment? You might be surprised to find out what we have stored here at Castle Drogo...
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.
Illyria present 'Pirates of Penzance' by Gilbert & Sullivan
This summer join us on the circular lawn, as Castle Drogo is host to Illyria's Pirates of Penzance.