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Natural Navigation Trail

Half term family fun at Castle Drogo

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us this May half term learning to read nature's clues. Follow a fun trail around the Drogo gardens using just the landscape and your wits to guide you! This is a free event (normal admission applies) running from 25 May until the 2 June.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

The trail is designed for kids of all ages and adults can join too!

Meeting point

The trail will begin with the first point upon entry.

What to bring and wear

Weather can be unpredictable up here at Castle Drogo it's always worth checking the forecast before you arrive and dressing appropriately.

Accessibility

All points of the trail are wheelchair accessible. Signs will direct you to accessible routes as some pathways include steps and rough terrain.

Upcoming events

Event

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.

Event summary

on
12 May to 13 Oct 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Hydro Turbine 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.

Event summary

on
12 May 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00
Event

Nursery Corridor Exhibition 

The Nursery Corridor will be open for you to explore, with displays about recently acquired collection items and the conservation that we do here at Castle Drogo.

Event summary

on
13 May to 31 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 74 other dates or times
Event

Waggy Walks at Hembury and Ausewell 

Join us for a sociable dog walk at our woodlands in the Dart Valley.

Event summary

on
14 May to 30 May 2024
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time