The Castle, Gardens and Grounds
Every season there’s a reason to visit
Enjoy a summer of adventure at Powderham with activities like goat walking, mini zoo keeper experiences, Victorian baking classes, and enchanting story times – all available throughout the school holidays! Collect stamps for each activity you complete as a souvenir of your unforgettable Powderham summer!
Tours
Join one of our expert guides for an immersive journey through the castle’s storied past. These tours are free of charge and run daily. To book a tour, please speak to the team at the Welcome Centre.
Please note that our tours are very popular and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
For those who like to explore at their own leisure, the castle is open for free-flow entry.
Nature Backpacks
Our Children’s Nature Backpacks are now available for hire, equipped with everything young explorers need for outdoor adventures including a bug catching net, magnifying glass, bug inspector glass, and binoculars.
These can be hired from the Welcome Centre at a small cost.
Powderham Picnics
Walking Routes
Enjoy a scenic circular walking route through Powderham’s woodlands, leading to various spots of interest.
The adventurous can trek to the Belvedere Tower in about 40 minutes from the Welcome Centre, passing by attractions like the working Forge and the American Garden.
Stone tracks make the routes accessible, but caution is advised on slippery paths.
Walled Garden & Petting Zoo
The Secret Garden play area and pets corner are home to the many friendly Powderham pets and our Courtenay Fort play area.
The Secret Garden Animals
Meet our gentle residents, from fluffy guinea pigs, donkeys, ponies, alpacas and woolly sheep to playful goats and curious chickens. Experience hands-on encounters as you learn about each animal’s unique traits and behaviours from our wonderful team.
Come and make unforgettable memories with our adorable animal ambassadors at Powderham today!
A wonderful experience for all of the family and large groups to enjoy.
Goat Walks
Experience the charm of goat walking at Powderham! Join us for a delightful stroll with our friendly goats through picturesque trails around the estate.
Book your goat walking adventure below.
Please note, this experience must be booked in advance and is weather dependent. Children must be aged 12+ and accompanied by an adult. Sensible footwear must be worn; no open-toe shoes allowed.
Pony Grooming
Spend quality time with Kinder, our gentle pony and Harry the donkey as you brush, pamper, and bond with them.
Pony grooming must be booked in advance and participants must be aged 4+.
Please note, this experience must be booked in advance and is weather dependent. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sensible footwear must be worn; no open-toe shoes allowed.
Alpaca Walking
Available during the summer months, this fun and unique experience allows you to take our loveable Alpacas for a walk around the beautiful grounds.
Children must be 12+ and accompanied by an adult.
Please note, this experience must be booked in advance and is weather dependent. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sensible footwear must be worn; no open-toe shoes allowed.
Bird Feeding
Partake in feeding the birds at Powderham from Sunday to Friday between 10am and 4pm. For just £1.50 per bag, you can keep the resident ducks and chickens happy by feeding them in the Secret Garden.
Limited bags of food are available for purchase at the Welcome Centre on a first-come first-served basis.
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