Where is Powerstock Castle?

Powerstock Castle is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT6 3SX), in the parish of Powerstock.

How do I get to Powerstock Castle?

The nearest railway station is Maiden Newton, about 8.1 km away. The nearest town is Melplash. 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.

Literary houses · South West England

Powerstock Castle

In or near Melplash.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

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

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station: Maiden Newton · 8.1 km

Wheelchair accessible

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 Newton — 8.1 km

Sources

wikidata: Q17650637 (CC0)

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