# Powderham Castle, Exeter — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This historic castle near Exeter delights families with an adventure fort featuring climbing walls and suspension bridge, plus animal encounters and fascinating guided tours through grand rooms. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions/powderham-castle (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Castle # Powderham Castle Powderham Castle [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5733579106010001917&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Denise Ciarleglio](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116735839603410465211) **In short:** Powderham Castle is a castle in Exeter, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,812 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Powderham Castle This historic castle near Exeter delights families with an adventure fort featuring climbing walls and suspension bridge, plus animal encounters and fascinating guided tours through grand rooms. ## What's nearby - Powderham Live! next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Dog Friendly Pushchair Friendly ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** Closed **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Nicole Schoch](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107090741329158496024/reviews) ★★★★★ We prebooked our tickets online, which was easy to do. Would have been no problem to get them at the entrance too as not many people. Really loved the guided tour - our tour guide Andy gave us lots of information and made sure it was interesting for the kids too. When I joked about there being ghosts he thought our kids could be afraid of them and asked to make sure - very considerate! Even though making sure it was interesting for the kids Andy managed for the tour to be informative for adults too and was keen to answer all the questions people had. We loved the deers too and the stroll through the rose gardens. The walk up to Belvedere was nice, even though it being quite steep, but we were warned about that by the lady at the entrance. We expected to be able to go into the tower so that was a bit of a disappointment- but the view from up there are absolutely stunning! · via Google [Ian Fenn](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116588199366201413969/reviews) ★★★★★ Quite good place to visit if you are in Devon and want to take a 3-4 hour visit. Price of entry very reasonable for these days, you can get a garden only or a garden and house ticket, not a lot difference in the cost and definitely worth getting the full experience. You can take a guided tour round the house but you can do it on your own, very good staff in various rooms that can answer almost all of your questions. Only part of the house open to the public but the areas that are are all worth seeing. Small kiosk in the front courtyard selling drinks and snacks. Bigger resteraunt just a little further back from the castle on the way out. Food here reasonable prices, portions Quite large the ploughman's selection are very good. · via Google [J P](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101297444567893994625/reviews) ★★★★★ Apparently I visited here 46 years ago aged 8, which I don't remember, but definitely enjoyed my second visit. Visited at May Half Term when the heatwave was subsiding, we had a lovely walk around the gardens and viewed deer in the parkland. The castle has some impressive rooms, where you can take a tour or walk around on your own. The grand staircase is amazing and the elegant dining room with extra large fire surround. The staff are friendly and very informative. I would recommend visiting, plus dogs are allowed in the house which is unusual as most don't allow. The gift shop wasn't open when we visited, a little disappointing as I would have bought something to remember our day. · via Google [Alan Amesbury](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109178447036300499879/reviews) ★★★★★ Went to Toby's Garden Festival here and had a wonderful time wandering around the various plant and arts and crafts stalls. Welcomed on entry by Toby and various other TV garden presenters and a couple of giant flower people. Didn't get a great look around the castle but will return another day to do that. Most enjoyable event. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x486da09668abb785:0x4f91c3d1b153f1fd!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this castle offers fascinating guided tours of its historic rooms and extensive, well-maintained grounds, including a deer park. They also highlight the friendly, knowledgeable staff who enhance the experience. Guests mention the reasonable entry fees and the castle's suitability as a venue for concerts and events. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Powderham Estate, Exeter, EX6 8JQ [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.6429774%2C-3.4605019) **Category** Castles & Palaces **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (2,812 reviews) **Prices from** £15 **Suitable for** All Ages **Suggested visit** 3-4 hours **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Exeter [More attractions in Exeter](https://staycation.co.uk/exeter/attractions) ★ 4.5 (2,812 reviews) From £15 [Book tickets — from £14.95](https://www.awin1.com/pclick.php?p=39211274223&a=35498&m=86769) on Lovetovisit — affiliate link [Visit official website](https://www.powderham.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01626890243](tel:01626890243) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Exeter **Postcode** EX6 8JQ **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C2RJGVQ+5Q [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x486da09668abb785:0x4f91c3d1b153f1fd!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x486da09668abb785:0x4f91c3d1b153f1fd!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x486da09668abb785:0x4f91c3d1b153f1fd!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Exeter Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Powderham Castle suits all ages. ### Is Powderham Castle wheelchair accessible? Powderham Castle has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Powderham Castle? Yes: paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Powderham Castle? 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