Literary houses · South West England
Holwell Castle
In or near Challacombe.
Holwell Castle — a literary house museum in england south west.

Martin Bodman — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Killington Lane · 1.3 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Holwell 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 Parracombe, Devon, England, UK
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Place summary
Holwell Castle is a literary house located in South-West England. It is notable for its connection to literary figures, serving as a residence that inspired works of literature. The site reflects the architectural style and historical context of its time, contributing to its significance in the region. Visitors can expect a blend of literary history and architectural interest in this unique setting.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1851, -3.9047
- County
- Devon
- District
- North Devon
- Parish
- Parracombe
- Postcode
- EX31 4QJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Devon
- Nearest railway station
- Killington Lane — 1.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17647689 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Holwell Castle?
- Holwell Castle is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX31 4QJ), in the parish of Parracombe.
- What is Holwell Castle?
- Holwell Castle — a literary house museum in england south west.
- How do I get to Holwell Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Killington Lane, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX31 4QJ.
- How do I get to Holwell Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Killington Lane, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX31 4QJ.