shame we couldn't get into the site as it was closed for the winter. It was interesting looking at it from outside the gates. couldn't fathom why they would build the castle in the bottom of the valley by the water and not on the hill top! There was parking but beware of the numerous large potholes. Road access is tight as it is down a very narrow lane.

Use Satnav to locate the Car Park -free- and then walk a few minutes to the Castle. An interesting layout and easy to explore. there are audio guides but I would recommend buying the book guide as well -only £3.50.

The castle is on a hill just on the edge of Okehampton. It's English Heritage & there's just 1 volunteer on site. He was very knowledgeable about the history & had some interesting stories to tell. There is a small shop that does drinks & a few snacks (run by the same person). You can walk all over the ruins & it's a pretty setting with wild flowers on the banks. There are lots of magpies living in ruined houses that are part of the site.