Totnes Castle

Castle Street, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NU

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Watching over the scenic River Dart, Totnes Castle stands high above the town of Totnes in Devon. The castle was built 900 years ago during the Norman Conquest, almost certainly by one of William the Conqueror's commanders. It is an excellent example of a motte-and-bailey castle, with a later stone keep, giving sweeping views across Dartmoor.

Today as you climb the steps of the castle, you are rewarded with spectacular panoramas across the valley. The wall walk extends 360 degrees around the top of the keep, offering the best vantage points over the bustling town below. If you look closely and you can still see the defensive arrow slits in the mighty castle walls.

Once you have explored the castle keep and bailey, take a walk around the outside walls to see the steep sided ditch and...Read More

Watching over the scenic River Dart, Totnes Castle stands high above the town of Totnes in Devon. The castle was built 900 years ago during the Norman Conquest, almost certainly by one of William the Conqueror's commanders. It is an excellent example of a motte-and-bailey castle, with a later stone keep, giving sweeping views across Dartmoor.

Today as you climb the steps of the castle, you are rewarded with spectacular panoramas across the valley. The wall walk extends 360 degrees around the top of the keep, offering the best vantage points over the bustling town below. If you look closely and you can still see the defensive arrow slits in the mighty castle walls.

Once you have explored the castle keep and bailey, take a walk around the outside walls to see the steep sided ditch and outer bank which would have formed part of the original defences for the entrance. Now covered in wildflowers and plants, it is a beautiful walk giving you a sense of how it would have looked centuries ago.

Top tips

- Enjoy a picnic in the peaceful grounds under the shelter of age old trees - there is plenty of space for families to relax on a summer's day.

- Combine your visit with one to nearby Dartmouth and Berry Pomeroy Castles, just a short drive away.

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Opening Times

Totnes Castle Open 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
DayTimes

* Daily from April – Nov
Weekends in winter
Closed 24 - 26 Dec

See website for up-to-date hours.

Facilities

Other

  • Accept Children over 7
  • Gift Shop

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted

Attraction Facilities

  • Shop

Catering

  • Picnic Site

Children & Infants

  • Accept Children Over 3

Establishment Features

  • Cater for groups
  • Dog Friendly
  • Dogs-Accepted
  • Open All Year
  • Picnic Area
  • Shop

Key Features

  • Families
  • In town/city centre
  • Max group size - 50
  • Min group size - Min group size of 11 to receive group discount
  • No Smoking Attraction
  • Outdoor Attraction

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (charge) - Nearest parking within five minutes walk.

Payment Methods

  • American Express accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Special group rates
  • TIC Staff Admitted Free
  • Visa accepted

Specialist Features

  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted - email education@english-heritage.org.uk

Travel & Trade

  • Group discounts available
  • Min group size numeric qualifier - 11

Venue Facilities

  • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.

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Road Directions

From Station Road, turn South onto Castle Street, signposted 'Historic Town Centre'. Sat nav: TQ9 5NU.

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Public Transport Directions

Totnes railway station is 1⁄4 mile from the castle, and there are several bus routes from surrounding areas.

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    • Storyteller568300
      Outrageously expensive and over in 10 minutes
      1 of 5 stars
      9th Aug 2024
      We were charged £9 per adult which worked out £34 for four adults as it included two pensioner concessions. We walked up the tower for a view of the town which took 5 mins and that was it. There was... Read full review
    • Guide45492611489
      Really helpful member of staff.
      5 of 5 stars
      1st Sept 2024
      My husband & I have a joint pass and I couldn’t find my membership card. The guy who was in the ticket office on Saturday morning was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to help, thank you... Read full review
    • OceanCityReviews
      Plymouth, United Kingdom
      Exploring Totnes, Devon : A Journey Through Time!
      5 of 5 stars
      27th Feb 2025
      Totnes is a charming market town in Devon, brimming with history and a vibrant atmosphere offering a delightful mix of medieval architecture, independent shops, cafes, and beautiful natural... Read full review

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