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Literary houses · South West England

Powerstock Castle

In or near Melplash.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

Powerstock Castle — a literary house museum in england south west.

Footpath to Nettlecombe - geograph.org.uk - 5058639

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Maiden Newton · 8.1 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Powerstock 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 Powerstock, Dorset, England, UK

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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Powerstock Castle is a literary house located in South-West England. This site is notable for its historical significance and connection to literary figures. Visitors can explore the surroundings that inspired various works, offering a glimpse into the region's cultural heritage. The house provides an insight into the life and times of its notable residents.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.7605, -2.6806
District
Dorset
Parish
Powerstock
Postcode
DT6 3SX
Parliamentary constituency
West Dorset
Nearest railway station
Maiden Newton8.1 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Church of St Mary the Virgin, Powerstock, Dorset - geograph.org.uk - 7644661📷 5

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Obelisk 10 Metres East Of Parish Church (Burts Of Mappercombe)

Obelisk 10 Metres East Of Parish Church (Burts Of Mappercombe) — a martello broad in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

Church of St Mary the Virgin, Powerstock, Dorset - geograph.org.uk - 7644652📷 3

Historic churches · South West England

Parish Church of St Mary, Powerstock

Parish Church of St Mary, Powerstock — Grade I listed building-listed church in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

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Powerstock

Powerstock — a castle in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

👶powerstock.org.uk
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Stately homes · South West England

Mappercombe Manor House

Mappercombe Manor House — Grade I listed manor house in Powerstock, Dorset, England, UK.

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Bridleway near Mappercombe - geograph.org.uk - 5310549📷 5

Castles · South West England

Mappercombe Manor

Mappercombe Manor — a castle in england south west.

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Mountains & hills · South West England

Spring Hill

Spring Hill — a hill or mountain in england south west.

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Where to eat & stay near Powerstock Castle

Places to stay

St Giles' Church, Hooke, Dorset - geograph.org.uk - 7644046📷 5

Hotels · South West England

Hooke Court

Hooke Court — a hotel in england south west.

Freehookecourt.co.uk
Burton Bradstock , Crop Field - geograph.org.uk - 8056438📷 5

Campsites · South West England

Graston Farm Campsite

Graston Farm Campsite — a campsite in england south west.

Nantes solicitors, 36 East Street, Bridport - geograph.org.uk - 6971493📷 5

Hotels · South West England

The Bull Hotel

The Bull Hotel — a hotel in england south west.

thebullhotel.co.uk
B3162 Dottery Road - geograph.org.uk - 6184288📷 5

Campsites · South West England

Greenacres Campsite.

Greenacres Campsite. — a campsite in england south west.

Freecampingandcaravanningclub.co.uk
B3162 Dottery Road - geograph.org.uk - 6184288📷 5

Caravan parks · South West England

Washingpool Caravan Site

Washingpool Caravan Site — a caravan park in england south west.

Freewashingpool.co.uk
Burton Bradstock , Grassy Field - geograph.org.uk - 8056386📷 5

Caravan parks · South West England

Graston Copse Holiday Park

Graston Copse Holiday Park — a caravan park in england south west.

Places to eat & drink

Church service times, Loders church - geograph.org.uk - 3803274📷 5

Historic pubs · South West England

Loders Arms Inn

Loders Arms Inn in England South West, United Kingdom.

River Brit - geograph.org.uk - 5313247📷 5

Historic pubs · South West England

Pymore Inn

Pymore Inn in England South West, United Kingdom.

126-128 East Street, Bridport - geograph.org.uk - 5608550📷 7

Historic pubs · South West England

Three Mariners Public House

Three Mariners Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.

3-5 Barrack Street, Bridport - geograph.org.uk - 5609330📷 5

Historic pubs · South West England

The Tiger Public House

The Tiger Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.

heritage.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
Development of the Court Buildings, Mountfield, Rax Lane - geograph.org.uk - 5329890📷 5

Historic pubs · South West England

10 North Street

10 North Street in England South West, United Kingdom.

Door step mosaic - geograph.org.uk - 6847739📷 7

Historic pubs · South West England

Greyhound Hotel

Greyhound Hotel in England South West, United Kingdom.

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Motte castle 20m west of Great Somerford Church

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Medieval fortified house at Castle Hill

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Literary houses · South West England

Motte castle 150m south of Jubilee Wood, Hartham Park

Motte castle 150m south of Jubilee Wood, Hartham Park — a literary house museum in england south east.

Castle Hill Lane, Edmondsham - geograph.org.uk - 5993179📷 5

Literary houses · South West England

Castle mound (or Castle Hill)

Castle mound (or Castle Hill) — a literary house museum in england south east.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Powerstock Castle?
Powerstock Castle is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT6 3SX), in the parish of Powerstock.
What is Powerstock Castle?
Powerstock Castle — a literary house museum in england south west.
How do I get to Powerstock Castle?
The nearest railway station is Maiden Newton, about 8.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT6 3SX.
Is Powerstock Castle a protected site?
Yes — Powerstock Castle is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Powerstock Castle?
Drivers can navigate to postcode DT6 3SX. It sits within the West Dorset parliamentary constituency.