Dig The Castle

Torrington Castle is a little-known and overlooked medieval site in a small North Devon market town which was once much more important than it is now. In 2023 a community project raised funds to mount an archaeological survey of the mound and its surroundings using professional archaeologists and local volunteers of all ages including local schools. Torrington Museum is excited to share the findings and many of the thousands of artefacts from the dig along with the many awards the project has won in the aftermath, all in the latest addition to our museum: our grade II* listed 1842 Market House which has been closed to the public for several years.

Timings & Tours

Friday 12 September:

1000-1500 (Last admission 1430)

Saturday 13 September:

1000-1500 (Last admission 1430)

Thursday 18 September:

1000-1500 (Last admission 1430)

Friday 19 September:

1000-1500 (Last admission 1430)

Saturday 20 September:

1000-1500 (Last admission 1430)

Location & directions

Torrington Museum, 14 South Street, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8AA

Directions:

Torrington Museum is located right in the centre of town, looking up the main square and next to the Pannier Market. There is excellent paid car parking five minutes' walk away.

Contact on day:

Dave Gibbons

Telephone number:

+441805938008

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Sadly the building is an old one with winding stairs and access is not possible to the upstairs areas for those with mobility issues. Please contact us in advance if you need more information about access.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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