Okehampton Attractions
The village of Okehampton (pop. 4,200) has a number of attractions for the adventurous hikers, including some of the wildest walking in the moors just south of the town.
Some of the more notable buildings in Okehampton include the 15th century Chapel of St James, and Okehampton Castle, from the late 11th century.
Some of the more notable buildings in Okehampton include the 15th century Chapel of St James, and Okehampton Castle, from the late 11th century.
Finch Foundry
The Finch Foundry is a 19th C water-powered forge, which produced agricultural and mining tools in its day. It is still in working order and hosts regular demonstrations.
Finch Foundry
Sticklepath
Okehampton EX20 2NW
England
Sticklepath
Okehampton EX20 2NW
England
Hours
March 15 to November 2
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 11:00 | Closed | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| Close | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 |
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities
Gift shop
Okehampton Castle
Okehampton Castle is an English Heritage property, the largest castle in Devon. The Norman motte and the keep's jagged remain at the site of these ruins.
Okehampton Castle
Okehampton EX20 1JA
England
Okehampton EX20 1JA
England
Hours
March 21 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
July 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
September 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Groups of 11 or more, 15% discount. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Exceptional picnic location.
Guides
Taped tours for rent.
