
Hydro Open Day
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The Hydro Open Day will take place at Castle Drogo in Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon. This free drop-in event allows visitors to learn about the history of hydro power at the castle, with guides available to show the Hydro. Access involves a walk from the car park.
This is a free drop in event. Open 11am until 3pm. Come and learn about how hydro power has been used at Castle Drogo from 1929 to the present day. Guides will be opening the Hydro for visitors to come and look inside.
Please Note: The Hydro Turbine relies on the river level to be consistently high to operate so we are unable to guarantee it will be on during your visit.
To get to the Hydro from the Castle Drogo car park please follow the Hunters path down to the Iron Bridge, cross over onto the Foresters track and follow the path towards Fingle Bridge. Alternatively you can access the Hydro from Fingle Bridge by following the Foresters track for around 40 minutes.
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Hydro Open Day takes place on Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 11:00.
Hydro Open Day is held at Castle Drogo in Exeter (National Trust, Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon).
Entry to Hydro Open Day is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Castle Drogo can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Hydro Open Day can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The Hydro Open Day will take place at Castle Drogo in Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon. This free drop-in event allows visitors to learn about the history of hydro power at the castle, with guides available to show the Hydro. Access involves a walk from the car park.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
This is a free drop in event. Open 11am until 3pm. Come and learn about how hydro power has been used at Castle Drogo from 1929 to the present day. Guides will be opening the Hydro for visitors to come and look inside.
Please Note: The Hydro Turbine relies on the river level to be consistently high to operate so we are unable to guarantee it will be on during your visit.
To get to the Hydro from the Castle Drogo car park please follow the Hunters path down to the Iron Bridge, cross over onto the Foresters track and follow the path towards Fingle Bridge. Alternatively you can access the Hydro from Fingle Bridge by following the Foresters track for around 40 minutes.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Castle Drogo. Searching near National Trust, Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon; check-in Sunday, 22 November 2026.
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WhereCastle Drogo
National Trust, Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Hydro Open Day?
Hydro Open Day takes place on Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 11:00.
Where is Hydro Open Day taking place?
Hydro Open Day is held at Castle Drogo in Exeter (National Trust, Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon).
How much are tickets for Hydro Open Day?
Entry to Hydro Open Day is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Hydro Open Day?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Castle Drogo can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Hydro Open Day?
Tickets for Hydro Open Day can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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National Trust, Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton, near Exeter, Devon
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