The Top 4 Castles around Manaton
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 4
beautiful castles to choose from around Manaton. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Manaton. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 21, 2025
Castle Drogo
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Overlooking Teign Gorge is Castle Drogo, a country house and mixed-revivalist castle built between 1911 and 1930. The castle was designed by legendary architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and pays homage …
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Hembury Castle Hillfort
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High up in Hembury Woods is Hembury Castle. Not just an Iron Age Hillfort but also a Norman Motte and Bailey Castle which was built into the fort.
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Challacombe Medieval Hamlet
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It's worth a brief stroll around these ancient ruins. While perhaps less impressive than nearby Grimspound, they are less well-known and, therefore, less busy.
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Wooden Steps to Castle Drogo
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These stairs take you to Drogo Castle, which you can of course visit. However, you can also take a break in the castle garden.
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