Berry Pomeroy Castle |
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This former home of the Pomeroy and Seymour families, in a beautiful woodland setting, is shrouded in sinister folklore and legend.
Visitors can see the remains of the great gatehouse of the Pomeroys and the impressive stone mansion of the Seymours. Stroll through the now peaceful, romantic ruin and imagine the drama of the past, with tales of incarceration, apparitions and dark deeds. Experience the castle's intriguing history with an audio tour and displays.
General Information:
- Parking (no coach access)
- Audio tour
- Guide dogs only inside castle
- Toilets
- Disabled access to grounds
- Refreshments (not English Heritage)
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
1st April to 30th June: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm. 1st July to 31st August: Daily 10.00am - 6.00pm. 1st to 30th September: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm. 1st to 31st October: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm. 1st November to 23rd December: Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00 24th - 30th December and 1st January: Closed 31st December: Saturday 10.00 - 16.00 2nd January - 31st March: Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00 |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Adult £4.70. Concession £4.20. Child 5-15 yrs £2.80. Child 5- 15yrs £2.80. English Heritage Members free. |
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Directions
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By Car: 2½ miles east of Totnes off A385. Signposted. By Train: Totnes Station 3½ miles. |
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Berry Pomeroy Castle Postcode for SatNav: TQ9 6LJ |
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Nearby Attractions
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Totnes Guildhall
(2 Miles)*
In 1206 King John granted a charter to Totnes making it a free town. It could then draw up its own laws. The merchants also obtained permission to set up their own Guild, which by the middle of the 13th century had 120 members. |
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Totnes Castle
(2 Miles)*
Totnes Castle is a unique treasure in an area rich with character and history. It is one of the best surviving examples of a Norman motte and bailey castle. |
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Compton Castle
(3 Miles)*
This magical fortified house, one of the few to survive so unaltered, was built at three periods 1340, 1450, 1520 by the Gilbert family. |
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