Local Legends
Compton Castle
TQ3 1TA, United Kingdom
Compton Castle in the parish of Marldon in Devon, is a fortified manor house in the village of Compton (formerly "Compton Pole"), about 5 miles (8 km) west of Torquay on the southern coast of Devon, England (grid reference SX865648). The estate was home to the families of Compton, de la Pole, Doddiscombe, Gilbert and Templer. The castle has been home to the Gilbert family for most of the time since it was built. Listed as a Grade 1 set of buildings, it has been a National Trust property since 1951.
- Category
- Local Legends
- Location
- TQ3 1TA, United Kingdom
- Address
- Gropers Lane, TQ3 1TA
- Coordinates
- 50.47253, -3.60028
- How to get there
- Google MapsApple MapsOpenStreetMap
- Wikidata
- Q746423
What is Compton Castle?
Compton Castle is a Local Legends place on VeroMaps, on Gropers Lane. Other places close by: Shiphay Manor, Berry Pomeroy Castle, Corbyn Head Hotel, Kirkham House.
Where is Compton Castle?
Compton Castle is in TQ3 1TA, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 50.47253, -3.60028.
How do I get to Compton Castle?
Compton Castle is at Gropers Lane, TQ3 1TA, United Kingdom (50.47253, -3.60028). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.