Living with Books: Everyday Reading at Powderham
The Library, Powderham Castle, Powderham Park, Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JQ
This Heritage Open Days talk explores the everyday stories hidden within the Castle's historic library and archive, revealing how books were used, shared and treasured by generations of family members, servants, estate workers and visitors. There will be an opportunity to view Powderham's historic library following the talk.
With Emma Dunn, Director of the Devon and Exeter Institution.
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- Talk at 2pm, followed by an opportunity to view the library, close at 4pm
Location & directions
The Library, Powderham Castle, Powderham Park, Kenton, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8JQ
- Directions:
- Please park in the visitor car park and walk to the main Courtyard Entrance
- Contact on day:
- Emma Dunn
- Telephone number:
- +441626890243
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Book your free place by following the link below
- Booking website:
- https://shop.beyonk.com/7l1o3atn/experiences/95a2gx5o
- Booking opens:
- 05 Aug 2026 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 18 Sep 2026 12:00 AM
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 20
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
