Okehampton Castle the holiday house of the Medieval Earls of Devon
Castle Lane, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JA
As part of the 2025 Heritage Open Days Festival, join our English Heritage Historian for an exclusive free tour of Okehampton Castle. The ruins of the castle cover a wooded ridge above the swift-flowing West Okement river. In the 14th century, Hugh Courtenay developed it into a palatial home. You can be exploring the remains of his buildings, which stretch from the keep mound to the tall gatehouse. The last owner fell foul of Henry VIII and the castle was abandoned. Later its picturesque ruins became an inspiration for Turner and other Romantic painters.
The tours will take place on Saturday 13 September at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Booking is essential. For more information about the site , directions and accessibility please go to https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/okehampton-castle/
Timings
- Saturday 13 September:
- 11:00 & 13:00
Location & directions
Castle Lane, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1JA
- Contact on day:
- English Heritage
- Telephone number:
- +447880480811
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 15
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s)
