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  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking on site
  • Facilities for disabled guests

One of Devon's most beautiful wedding venues and bed and breakfast breaks, this 14th century castle nestles in a valley surrounded by 30 acres of lush green land. The River Exe runs through the estate, offering you the chance to fish or just sit and listen as the river makes its way back to the sea. This is an opportunity not only to be close to nature, but to almost touch history: the chapel was built only 30 years after the Normans landed in Britain in the 11th century and stands intact today as probably the oldest 'living' building in Devon. Bickleigh Castle offers bed and breakfast and wedding accommodation with 15 bedrooms, including twin, double and family rooms, available in our newly renovated thatched cottages situated around the castle courtyard. All of the bedrooms are tastefully decorated and furnished to a high standard.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free parking available on-site

Reliable info
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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The building(s) are amazingly interesting and the private tour we had was brilliant too with all the history of the building and previous owners explained.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Choice of breakfast was very good, it freshly prepared and served at the table. Facilities were good and the location would be hard to beat.
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s historic, it’s a beautiful location, it’s an experience. It’s like going back in time. A little bit tired but who cares when you have such a place to stay. The breakfast was the best. We were treated like family visiting. We got a personal...

Host Information

9.4
9.4
Host review score
Host review score

From the Norman Period until just after World War 1, the Castle belonged successively to the de Redvers, Courtenay and Carew families, these families being linked by marriage or other relationship. Since 1924 the Castle has had several owners, the current having owned the Estate since 2003. Although initially hosting Weddings only, the Castle now hosts, additionally, B&B., House Parties, Conferences and a variety of other special events upon request. Bickleigh Castle is a unique venue in a beautiful setting. Our present owners are classic car 'buffs' so any visits by classic car clubs are especially welcome. We run with a small, friendly staff, amongst whom we have Marie our Wedding Coordinator, John (Curator) who administers non-wedding events including Castle Tours and B&B, and Barbara, Monika and her team who look after the accommodation and breakfasts, and (other) Monika, Peter and Dave who do a great job looking after the gardens. As a family-run venue, we are family friendly and welcome children of all ages.
Bickleigh Castle dates to Normal times and was altered in the 15th and 17th Centuries. The venue nestles in a valley with over 45 acres of lush green land stretching out around it. The River Exe runs through the land offering you the chance to fish or just sit and listen as the river makes its way back to the sea or indulge in some fun with inflatables and wild swimming.
Languages spoken: English,French,Polish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bickleigh Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
    Bathroom
    • Private bathroom
    Outdoors
    • BBQ facilities
    • Garden
    Common areas
    • Chapel/shrine
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Tennis equipment
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    Entertainment and family services
    • Children's playground
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Business facilities
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Miscellaneous
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Polish

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Bickleigh Castle takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:30 to 18:30

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    6 - 14 years
    Extra bed upon request
    £20 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Bickleigh Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Bickleigh Castle

    • Bickleigh Castle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Cycling
      • Children's playground
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Water sport facilities on site
      • Tennis equipment

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Bickleigh Castle on this page.

    • Bickleigh Castle has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Bickleigh Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Bickleigh Castle is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Bickleigh Castle can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Bickleigh Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Bickleigh Castle is 3.7 miles from the centre of Tiverton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Bickleigh Castle can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • À la carte