Totnes Castle TQ9 5NU
Entry: Free for EH Members
Open: seasonal - check website
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About:
A classic Norman motte and bailey castle, founded soon after the Conquest to overawe the Saxon town. A later stone shell-keep crowns its steep mound, giving sweeping views across the town rooftops to the River Dart.
Climb to the top of the keep to enjoy stunning views over the town of Totnes and across to the River Dart. Or 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 summers day. Within easy walking distance of the town, the castle is an ideal addition to any day out in South Devon and you can combine the visit with one to nearby Dartmouth and Berry Pomeroy Castles which are just a short drive away.

Parking:
Limited Pay and Display parking (64 metres away), suitable for cars only. Not managed by English Heritage.
From Station Road, turn South onto Castle Street, signposted 'Historic Town Centre'. After approximately 200m, turn left onto North Street, signposted 'North Street for Historic Town Centre'. Easy route from main town car parks to site.

Facilities:
Picnic area
Shop
Toilets
Garden

Notes:

Inner Bailey is accessible to wheelchair users. However the Motte and Keep cannot be accessed by wheelchairs due to the steep slope and stone steps.
Over 70 steep, uneven stone steps to climb up to the Keep.
Loose gravel and grass paths, and undulating grass surfaces throughout. The steps up to the keep are made of uneven stone.

Contact:
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk
Tel: 0370 3331181