Exploring and volunteering at the castle

Winter is a very busy time for the team at Castle Drogo. There’s lots of important conservation work being done inside the castle as well as out in the gardens and estate. The building project to make the castle watertight is well into its final phase and the builders are busy dismantling the granite around the north west of the castle and laying the waterproofing layers onto the north roof.

This is the time of year to make some New Year’s resolutions and get some inspiration for the year ahead. There are plenty of opportunities to help you do this at Castle Drogo. There are miles of walks through the woodlands and by the river for those looking to walk (or run) off some of that Christmas excess.

If you’re looking to try something new, there are lots of varied volunteering opportunities, from welcoming visitors, explaining the building work up scaffolding viewing tower, to working behind the scenes with the staff - visit the Castle Drogo website or contact volunteering officer Alice Coombs on 01647 434114 for more information.

The visitor centre is open everyday (except 15 – 24 January) to warm up and treat yourself to some tea and cake or lunch with friends, so pop in and say hello. 

February half-term fun

Saturday 10 – Sunday 18 February, 11am-4pm

Hunt around the garden and grounds to find the boxes and answer the questions to claim your prize. (£1 per trail, normal admission applies). 

Wild Tribe

Sunday 11 February, 11am-2pm

Join the Wild Tribe at Fingle Bridge Meadows. Bushcraft activities for families with children aged 5 to 12. Put on clothes you don't mind getting dirty, plus sturdy footwear. Please bring lunch, hot and cold drinks provided. Follow signs from Fingle Bridge. Adult £4, child £6. Booking essential on 01647 433306 or email castledrogo@nationaltrust.org.uk