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Fun Thursdays

Build a boat with us this summer and take part in our 1924 Paris games sailing race.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Every Thursday throughout the school holidays, we'll be in the activity hut building sailing boats out of twigs. Then race your boat across our course and add your time to our daily score board.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Child friendly

Meeting point

The activity hut

What to bring and wear

Event will involve water.

Accessibility

The activity hut is in the grounds of the castle and can be reached on level, step free paths. The activity hut has a ramp to access it and seating inside.

Other

This is a free drop in event

Upcoming events

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
3 Jul to 31 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 52 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
14 Jul to 4 Aug 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Waggy Walk at Castle Drogo 

Join us for a sociable dog walk in the Teign Gorge and wider Castle Drogo Estate.

Event summary

on
19 Jul 2024
at
10:30 to 12:30
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
15 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00