Powderham Castle
Museums & Science Centres · Kenton, Devon
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Powderham Castle is a historic family home on the banks of the River Exe, just outside Exeter, where the Courtenay family has lived since the castle was begun in the 1390s. Families can join a guided tour of the house, or wander through the gardens at their own pace. The grounds are a big draw for children: there is a play area in the walled garden, a pets corner with farm animals, and a deer park where fallow deer roam. Trails, crafts and themed activity packs run through the year, and the estate hosts seasonal events and family days. The castle is more of a heritage visit than a play centre, so it suits families who enjoy history and outdoor space together, with plenty of room to picnic on the lawns.
Stuff to take with you
The things people wish they’d packed for a day out like this one.
- Wellies
- Wristband for lost childrenWrite your number on it before you go in.
- Refillable water bottleMost places will fill it for free.
- Snacks that survive a rucksackCheaper than the café, and buys you twenty minutes.
- Rain ponchoGoes over the rucksack too.
- Kitchen roll
- Folding stool
- Picnic blanket
- Wildlife spotting chart
- Cool bag
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