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Heritage Open Day

Join us for our Heritage Open Day and discover something new.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Head to Castle Drogo as we open the doors and welcome visitors to explore, unique history, breath-taking natural surroundings and peaceful gardens all as part of the Heritage Open Day.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Child friendly

Meeting point

To access this offer simply head to the Visitor Reception where our team will direct you around the site.

What to bring and wear

Dartmoor has changeable weather. Please check the forecast before you visit.

Accessibility

Mobility parking in main car park. Accessible toilet at visitor centre. Step-free access available via tarmac and gravel paths (please note steep in places) Full access statement can be found on our website.

Other

This offer is subject to Castle Drogo's usual opening times as stated on our website.

Upcoming events

Event

Join in with the Summer of Play 

There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Castle Drogo as we turn back the clock to the 1924 Paris Games.

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on
1 Sep to 8 Sep 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 7 other dates or times
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.

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on
2 Sep to 31 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 26 other dates or times
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Volunteer open day 

None of what we do would at Castle Drogo would be possible without our volunteers. From room guiding in the castle to our visitor centre and garden teams, there are so many ways volunteers support in caring for, and sharing the unique stories,...

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on
6 Sep 2024
at
11:30 to 14:30
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.

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on
15 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00