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

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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.
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- 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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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.