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Summer of Play

This summer travel back in time with us to 1924 and try your hand at the Paris Games!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Around the gardens you will find stations ready to compete with friends and family at your favourite sports that were held at the 1924 Paris Games.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

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

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
8 Jul to 31 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 50 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

Fun Thursdays 

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

Event summary

on
25 Jul to 29 Aug 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 5 other dates or times