Castle Drogo

3.8/5
(1.2K) · Castle in Exeter, United Kingdom
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May 7, 2025
What an incredible granite beauty. I’m not sure why we’ve never visited this location before glad we eventually found it. Incredible and beautiful building, well presented, welcoming and friendly st…Full review by I4868KF
May 6, 2025
One of the best and most interesting National Trust properties we've ever visited. Lots of rooms to explore, with stunning views from the windows overlooking the gorge. The gardens were stunning, p…Full review by bontybok
May 2, 2025
The last Castle built in England" - An amazing place, well worth a visit when in the area. The gardens and house contents are even more interesting than the the house, do visit if you can.Full review by Meharibear

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How long do people typically spend here?
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We spent 2 hours there but have spent longer in the past also plenty of walking in the area
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Is it dog friendly?
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You cannot take dogs into the castle and the formal garden but you can take them everywhere else. There are fabulous walks for you and your dogs and the reception area will give you …
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You cannot take dogs into the castle and the formal garden but you can take them everywhere else. There are fabulous walks for you and your dogs and the reception area will give you a map to plan any walk. We love it there and have walked miles. I hope you enjoy the whole area as much as we do.
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What time does the car park open? Since booking isn't required for the Teign Gorge walks I'd like to get there before the …
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What time does the car park open? Since booking isn't required for the Teign Gorge walks I'd like to get there before the 11 am bookable opening time.
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Hi there, the car park is open from dawn till dusk, we have a separate area for parking and walking on the gorge to those parking for garden entry. On arrival follow signs for …
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Hi there, the car park is open from dawn till dusk, we have a separate area for parking and walking on the gorge to those parking for garden entry. On arrival follow signs for parking to the right of the car park, this is the area designated for walkers. I hope this helps Helen
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Answer by Castle D · Jul 28, 2020
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Is it mobility friendly
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Hi, yes it is and you can hire a tramper (all terrain mobility scooter thingy) to get around the house & grounds. They have a 'countryside freedom' scheme to hire such things for £10 a …
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Hi, yes it is and you can hire a tramper (all terrain mobility scooter thingy) to get around the house & grounds. They have a 'countryside freedom' scheme to hire such things for £10 a year at their properties.
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I’d like to rent a National Trust property. Where can I find out what property is available?
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If you’re looking for residential National Trust rental properties that are currently available in England and Wales, please visit the National Trust pages on rightmove.co.uk.
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