Literary houses · South West England
Croft Castle
In or near Winkleigh.
Croft Castle — a literary house museum in england south west.
Roger Cornfoot — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Eggesford · 6.2 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Croft Castle is a literary house museum located in england south west. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. castle in Winkleigh, Devon, England, UK
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Place summary
Croft Castle is a literary house located in South-West England. It is known for its historical significance and connection to notable literary figures. The property features extensive gardens and parkland, providing a backdrop for visitors interested in both literature and history. The house is managed by a heritage organisation, ensuring its preservation and public accessibility.
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- Coordinates
- 50.8556, -3.9468
- County
- Devon
- District
- Torridge
- Parish
- Winkleigh
- Postcode
- EX19 8HU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Torridge and Tavistock
- Nearest railway station
- Eggesford — 6.2 km
- Official site
- www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17663601 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Croft Castle?
- Croft Castle is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX19 8HU), in the parish of Winkleigh.
- What is Croft Castle?
- Croft Castle — a literary house museum in england south west.
- How do I get to Croft Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Eggesford, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX19 8HU.
- How do I get to Croft Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Eggesford, about 6.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX19 8HU.