Situated on the western bank of the Exe Estuary, Powderham Castle has been home to the Courtenay family for over six hundred years; for much longer the site has hosted a unique diversity of wildlife. Join Lady Devon for a rare opportunity to explore the ancient deer park on a safari ride and see the herd of fallow deer, which have lived here for four centuries.

At this special time of year, witness the male bucks challenge each other to win the most desirable mates and see the park’s ancient oaks and the bucks in their majestic autumn grandeur. There will be an intense atmosphere within the deer herd and it may be possible to witness the rutting battles between the bucks. It is a wonderful occasion to see the herd up close and enjoy the magnificent flora and fauna of the wooded park and lakes. We recommend bringing a pair of binoculars so you can appreciate the details, and a camera too!

Why not take this unique opportunity to discover the rich history of the Powderham estate, the Courtenay family’s passion for conservation, and the intricate balance of nature that unfolds within the magnificent grounds. After the safari you will return to the Castle to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, remember cream on first!

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Visitors are invited to explore the castle and grounds following afternoon tea.

Itinerary:
12:45pm – Arrival
1:00pm – Deer Park Safari ride sets off
2:00pm-3.00pm – afternoon tea in the castle
3:00pm-4:00pm – time to explore the castle and grounds

Tickets: £48 including afternoon tea (optional Prosecco upgrade £5, payable at Powderham Castle)

Please note:
No dogs are allowed in the deer park or on the deer safari ride.
The Deer Safari Experience does involve stairs.
We recommend dressing appropriately for the weather – the Deer Safari trailer is covered however coats are advised.
Photography is welcomed in the house, however filming is prohibited.

Greeted or guided by the owner

Please see our cancellation policy below:
If you cancel more than two weeks before the tour is scheduled to take place, we will fully refund your ticket money excluding any phone booking fees. If it’s less than 14 days before a tour, for any reason, we regret that we cannot refund your ticket money unless we can resell your ticket(s). If we cancel at any time, we will fully refund your ticket money. Although we make every effort to avoid it, sometimes a tour has to be cancelled at short notice due to circumstances beyond our control. In this case, we cannot accept responsibility for, or refund, any consequential losses, such as money spent on travel or accommodation.