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SX 968-836 Devon England
Powderham Castle was a late 14th century stone quadrangular fortress, founded by Sir Philip Courtenay. Built in 1390-1420, only the east and west towers, together with the Marble Hall, the Ante-Room and the chapel belong to this period. In the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, the Courtenay family re-modelled the facade when making an E-plan mansion. Garrisoned for King Charles I during the Civil War, after a successful assault by Col. Hammond in January 1646, the castle surrendered to the Roundheads. Having survived a great deal of damage, it was restored and altered in the 18th and 19th century but sadly there is no evidence of any earthworks around the castle. Visit pending. 8 miles north is Exeter Castle.
Powderham Castle is located south of the village centre but the entrance is to the west at Kenton. 8 miles south of Exeter on the B3182-A379.
The
site is the historic family home of the Earl of Devon and is still lived in by
the Courtenay family. Open Sunday to Friday, 5th April to mid July, September to October 11:00-4:30pm, mid July to August 11:00-5:30pm. Guided
tour of castle are given every half hour.
There is a car park. For
admission rates and special events, go to its HomePage.
