Powderham Castle

Kenton, Devon · United Kingdom · Castle

The oldest family home in England, with several ghostly residents who return to haunt it.

Powderham Castle near Kenton (EX6 8JQ) is the oldest family home in England and has had many centuries in which to acquire a few ghostly residents who return to haunt it. The castle has been home to the Courtenay family since the fourteenth century. Source: Haunted Places in Britain (PDF compilation).

FAQ

Where is Powderham Castle located?

Powderham Castle is in Kenton, Devon, United Kingdom.

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Accounts are drawn from local folklore and visitor reports.

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