KINGSWEAR CASTLE
improvements and repairs were recommended. some of these were carried out since another survey in 1717, although declaring the castle ruinous and useless, lists 12-, 9- and 8-pound guns as surviving there and these are unlikely to date from before the 1680s. Two guns of this size have been seen on the seabed below the castle. The castle stood in a ruinous state for the next 130 years and drawings exist showing it in this condition. Fortunately, in 1855, the derelict castle was rescued by charles seale hayne, a wealthy, local bachelor of 22. he set to work to transform it into his summer residence. To carry out the work he employed Thomas lidstone, a builder from Dartmouth. The castle has remained a private residence since then with a brief defensive interlude during the second World War, when it was occupied by the marines and a concrete blockhouse was built close by.
In 1987 the property was bought by the
landmark Trust, which extensively restored the castle and now lets it out to holidaymakers. staying in a castle must be one of the most special ways to spend a holiday. The castle sleeps 4 and has parking and allows dogs. Its location makes it
the perfect spot for observing life on the water. There are views across the river to Dartmouth or down the rocky coast, with its woods of maritime pine and out to sea. above all you can watch the river, busy now with every kind of craft from fishing boats to beautiful old ketches. prices start from £1,200 for 3 nights at the end of march to in excess of £3,000 per week during the high season. It is hugely popular and quickly booked up. To check availability and for further information go to
www.landmarktrust.org.uk
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