There are many interesting and enchanting Castles in Devon.  Below are details of some of the most popular Castles to visit.

Dartmouth Castle

This castle stands in a superb waterside location, guarding the entrance to the Dart estuary.  Magnificent battlement views and a fascinating history make the  Castle the perfect venue for a great day out.  For 500 years the Caste was kept  in constant preparation for war, and was still in active service during both World Wars. Visitors can see the remains of this small fortress today, explore  the 15th century castle, see the completely recreated Victorian gun battery and  climb to the battlements for the spectacular views.

India tea baron Julius Drewe’s dream house.  This granite castle, built between 1910 and 1930, is one of the most remarkable works of Sir Edwin Lutyens and combines the grandeur of a medieval castle with the comfort of the 20th century.  A great country house with terraced formal garden, woodland spring garden, huge circular croquet lawn and colourful herbaceous borders.  Standing at more than 900ft overlooking the wooded gorge of the river Teign with stunning views of Dartmoor and delightful walks.

Built over 600 years ago, Powderham Castle is the historic home of the Earl of Devon.  The Castle is still lived in by the Courtenay family and is one of England’s best known Stately Homes.  The Castle lies in a beautiful setting in an ancient deer park alongside the River Exe and is at the centre of a large traditional estate of about 4000 acres.  Powderham has a unique atmosphere, combining beauty, tranquillity and history, which those who visit the Castle will remember for a long time afterwards.

On a wooded hill, close to the River Dart in southern Devon, lie the unusual remains of Berry Pomeroy Castle.  This site was first occupied by the Pomeroy family during the 11th century. Now a romantic ruin Berry Pomeroy is reputed to be one of the most haunted in the British Isles.   It has numerous legends associated with it, and although now only  a shell of its former glory, it retains an air of its troubled history.

Totnes Castle is built in a commanding position on a hill at the intersection of three valleys, overlooking the river Dart.  The castle is a classic motte and bailey construction, the original wooded structure replaces with a stone one was common practice, but some of the original earthworks can still be seen.  The splendid keep, still standing to full height is one of the best preserved in the country dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries.