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Heritage Open Days: 'Story of Coleton Fishacre' guided walk

Experience a guided tour of the architecture at Coleton Fishacre, taking a look into the past at the people and plans that made it in celebration of Heritage Open Week.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Discover the story of how Rupert and Lady Dorothy D'Oyly Carte set their sights on an idyllic country retreat in Devon 100 years ago, the influence the family and architect had on its creation and how the Arts and Crafts house came to life.

Led by a member of the Collections and House team, this walk and talk should last approx 45 minutes. Please meet at the front of the house to begin the walk.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Meet at the front of Coleton Fishacre house.

What to bring and wear

Please wear sturdy footwear and weather appropriate clothing.

Accessibility

Parts of the route has steps, while the majority of the walk is on accessible routes.

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