Group Visits

Group visits to Powderham Castle are special. Whether you are a tour operator or a group of friends with a shared interest, we can offer a wonderful and memorable visit.

A visit to Devon isn't complete without a visit to Powderham, home of the Earl of Devon and a stone's throw from Exeter. If you are looking for a day trip or staying nearby we are accessible by coach, car, bus, rail and even a ferry! Whether you’d like to explore at your own pace or enjoy a specialist tour, we can tailor a bespoke visit to suit you.

Advantages of a Group Booking

  • We offer competitive and discounted entry to the Castle and Grounds.  
  • Bespoke meet and greet service at our Welcome Centre upon arrival.
  • Friendly and experienced group booking team that will manage your visit and provide support for any questions or concerns throughout the process.
  • Easy access, close to all major transport networks including M5, National Rail, River Exe and Exeter Airport.
  • Free familiarisation trips available for group organisers.
  • Free entry for group leader and coach drivers.
  • Coach driver café voucher scheme.
  • Refreshment packages and private dining experiences.

For bespoke tours, catering and all other enquires please contact our Groups Department on [email protected] or call us on 01626 890243 if you wish to discuss your visit in more detail. Alternatively, you can fill out the enquiry form below. Please note an enquiry form does not constitute a completed booking. We will endeavour to offer you the date and time that you prefer but please note this may not always be possible.

Please see our group visit options below.

Christmas Visit

Why not enjoy the magic of Christmas at Powderham? See the castle dressed for Christmas and the grounds transformed into an enchanting light walk.

£10.50 Per Person

Make the day memorable and enquire about our mulled wine and mince pie options.

 

State Bedroom - Powderham Castle
State Bedroom

Self-Guided Tour

Explore the castle at your own pace and join free flow around the ground floor State Rooms at Powderham.

These prices apply to groups of 15 or more. The Group Organiser and Coach Driver are entitled to free admission.

Entrance to the Castle and Grounds.

£10 per person. 

 

Winter Warmers

Explore the castle at your own pace and join free flow around the ground floor State Rooms at Powderham.

Once you have finished exploring, warm up with soup and sandwiches in our Coach House.

(Available October through to April. Excluding December.)

Entrance to the Castle and Grounds.

£18.95 Per Person 

These prices apply to groups of 15 or more. The Group Organiser and Coach Driver are entitled to free admission.

Speciality Tours

Upstairs Downstairs Tour

The Upstairs Tour offers a different view. Visit never-before-seen family bedrooms, and offer a host of intimate and personal insights, spooky stories, and winding staircases used for generations.

 

Powderham Today Tour

Join Powderham’s Heritage Manager for a tour of the castle, with elements of the past, present and future. An interactive opportunity to asks questions as you explore. A unique insight into how Powderham came to be, and how it continues to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

Please note these tours require a minimum of 20 people.

£12 Per Person. 

Charlie, Earl of Devon

Private Tour with the Earl of Devon

(Limited availability)

What better way to explore and learn about the history of Powderham Castle and the Courtenay family than a private tour with the Earl of Devon.

Having grown up at Powderham, the Earl has experienced first-hand the incredible stories of the castle and is passionate about the history that shaped his family.

£500 + Vat

Bespoke Tours

Whether you’d like to explore at your own pace or enjoy a specialist tour with a private dinner, we can tailor a bespoke visit to suit you and your group’s needs.

 

Enjoy a specialised tour, venture out into the deer park, or enjoy spectacular views from the Belvedere tower whilst you have lunch.

 

Contact the groups team to create your bespoke itinerary.

Group tour

Hosted House Tours

(Limited availability)

Discover the history of Powderham Castle and the Courtenay family on a hosted tour of the Castle. Learn about the hidden secrets behind the walls of the Castle. Our hosted tours cover the ground floor state rooms of the castle.

Hosted tours start from £190. 

 

Grounds & Gardens - Powderham Castle
Pavillion in the Woodland Garden

Grounds Tours

(Limited availability)

Discover the history of Powderham’s ground and estate.  Led by one of the Powderham garden team you will be able to explore our Rose Terrace, Pleasure Gardens, American Gardens and much more. 

Why not extend your tour to include our Deer Park and Belvedere Tower with our Tractor Trailer Ride.

Please note these tours require a minimum of 20 people.

£12 - £17 Per Person. 

Make the day memorable and enquire about our Belvedere Picnic option.

"I would like to thank all the staff at Powderham Castle for making our visit so informative and enjoyable. Everybody in our group had a wonderful time and the tour was the non-stop topic of conversation for the rest of the day, Powderham was the perfect venue!"  

"What a great visit we had, thank you so much for making it such a success it could not have gone better! Please do extend my thanks to all the team who helped to make the visit very memorable. I am sure that in the coming months Johnsons Tours will be visiting and I know they will not be disappointed."

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