Totnes Castle

Image courtesy of English Heritage

Castle Street
Totnes
Devon
TQ9 5NU

Tel: +44 (0)1803 864 406
Web: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/totnes


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. The once great ditch that surrounded the keep is today filled with the cottages and gardens of the town.

The castle has commanding views of Totnes, the River Dart and the surrounding area. Historic Totnes has regular ferry trips along the beautiful River Dart to Dartmouth - a journey not to be missed!

General Information:

  • Parking nearby
  • Dogs allowed on leads
  • Picnic spot
  • Access very restricted for those with limited mobility

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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    21st March 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.

    Closed 1st November to 31st March 2009.

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Adult £2.50; Concession £2.00; Child 5-15yrs £1.30; Child under 5yrs Free.

    English Heritage Members Free.

    Directions
    Car: in Totnes, on hill overlooking the town, signposted.
    Train: Totnes Station ½ mile.
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    Totnes Castle Postcode for SatNav: TQ9 5NU

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