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Powderham Castle

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Begun 1390 as the home of the Courtenays, Earls of Devon. Around this medieval core is a Gothic revival exterior by Charles Fowler, architect of the Covent Garden market. The interior is largely Georgian, with work by James Wyatt. Marble fireplaces, marvellous plasterwork. Medieval chapel.
Garden: The grounds of Powderham Castle on the River Exe have been developed with the family in mind. The green deer park, studded with mature trees, is the setting for a steam railway, and Jousting Knights have been known to entertain visitors. More traditionally, you will find roses, a national collection of Dianthus, and a delightful springtime woodland garden. There is also a childrens secret garden, and Timmy Two the tortoise (successor to Timothy the first, who was reputedly the world's oldest tortoise at the time of his demise in 2004). more details ...
Kenton, Exeter, Devon, England, EX6 8JQ

About Powderham Castle
Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: 8 m SE Exeter, off A379
Website: Powderham Castle
Email: castle@powderham.co.uk
Phone: 01626 890 243
Fax: 01626 890 729
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OS SX965 832
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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Kebra Cottage - 4.3 miles from Powderham Castle Dawlish, Devon Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £175

Kanda - 4.6 miles from Powderham Castle Dawlish, Devon Sleeps: 5 Stay from: £210

Badgers Den - 5.1 miles from Powderham Castle Budleigh Salterton, Devon Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £330

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Chi Restaurant - 0.5 miles from Powderham Castle Exeter, Devon Stay from: £37.00

Exmouth Bed and Breakfast - 2.6 miles from Powderham Castle Torbay, Devon Stay from: £0.00

The Devoncourt Hotel - 3.4 miles from Powderham Castle Exmouth, Devon Stay from: £49.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Chi Restaurant - 0.5 miles from Powderham Castle Exeter, Devon From: £37.00

Mill Farm - 1 miles from Powderham Castle Exeter, Devon From: £45.00

Chimneys Bed & Breakfast - 1.2 miles from Powderham Castle Exeter, Devon From: £40.00

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