Castle Drogo

Castle Drogo was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens for self-made millionaire Julius Drewe. It looks ancient, but this remarkable building was only constructed 100 years ago, the last castle ever built in England. From the beginning it has suffered from water penetration and is undergoing a 6 year conservation project that will be reaching completion in 2019. Inside you can explore rooms redisplayed with collection and tapestries back in while other areas, which are still in the building site, have become storage areas. Outside explore the formal gardens or the Teign Valley with its ancient gorge, teeming with wildlife. Recharge at the café with a traditional Devon cream tea or tuck into a slice of cake.