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Powderham Castle has 3 meeting/event spaces for 40–150 delegates (theatre), largest: Great Hall (150).
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3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hall | 150 | — | 30 | 80 | 40 | — | — | 180 |
| State Dining Room | 60 | — | 20 | 40 | 25 | — | — | 85 |
| Music Room | 40 | — | 16 | 25 | 20 | — | — | 65 |
Powderham Castle is a magnificent 14th-century fortress set within 3,500 acres of Devon parkland, just 8 miles from Exeter. This working castle, home to the Earl of Devon, offers extraordinary event spaces including the Great Hall, State Rooms, and beautiful grounds with deer park views. The venue combines historic grandeur with modern facilities, featuring original medieval architecture, fine furnishings, and contemporary AV capabilities. Perfect for conferences, weddings, corporate events, and filming, with capacities from intimate boardroom meetings to large receptions for 350 guests. The estate includes ample parking, catering facilities, and exclusive use options.
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Powderham Castle, Kenton, Exeter, EX6 8JQ, United Kingdom
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Powderham Castle is a verified historic castle & events venue in Exeter, hosting up to 350 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Powderham Castle has 3 meeting and event spaces in Exeter, seating up to 150 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
The largest event space at Powderham Castle is Great Hall, with a maximum capacity of 150 guests.
Powderham Castle offers Historic Architecture, Parkland Setting, Deer Park, State Rooms, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
Up to 350 guests for receptions, 120 for seated dining
Professional AV equipment available including sound system and projection facilities
In-house catering team providing bespoke menus for all events
On-site parking available for 200+ vehicles in castle grounds
Powderham Castle is a magnificent 14th-century fortress set within 3,500 acres of Devon parkland, just 8 miles from Exeter. This working castle, home to the Earl of Devon, offers extraordinary event spaces including the Great Hall, State Rooms, and beautiful grounds with deer park views. The venue combines historic grandeur with modern facilities, featuring original medieval architecture, fine furnishings, and contemporary AV capabilities. Perfect for conferences, weddings, corporate events, and filming, with capacities from intimate boardroom meetings to large receptions for 350 guests. The estate includes ample parking, catering facilities, and exclusive use options.
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