Over the last couple of years, with the help of Devon Wildlife Trust and several specialised Devon wildlife groups, we have been actively monitoring biodiversity on the estate and continuing to improv... Read More
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Winter Let at Fursdon Cottage
A heads up that we are planning to offer cosy Fursdon Cottage as a Short Let this coming winter season. This would be ideal for anyone local who is renovating, moving house or simply needs a change of... Read More
Easter opening
We are really looking forward to opening our doors again this coming Easter Monday (1st April) when the house, garden and tea room will be open to visitors. (See our Opening Times & Prices) It ... Read More
Cadbury Castle artefacts re-displayed
The running of Fursdon is a hands-on affair which can sometimes feel overwhelming (so much to do!), and we know that bits get overlooked sometimes. This said, we are always grateful when someone po... Read More
Short Let at Fursdon Cottage
The lovely Fursdon Cottage is available as a short-let from early January until Wednesday 27th February. This cosy family and dog-friendly cottage is usually rented as a holiday cottage and is extreme... Read More
Cadbury Quiz Night
Local trivia fans are invited to assemble teams of six for the Cadbury Quiz night, taking place at Fursdon's Coach Hall on the evening of Friday 23rd February. This popular event gives University C... Read More
Conservation projects
The house might be closed over winter months, but there is plenty going on behind the scenes! One job at this time of year is to dismantle the 2023 display in Fursdon's family museum. Antique patchwo... Read More
Magical moths
We have been delighted to welcome back Jenny and Lin from the Devon Moth Group this year, who have been trapping up at Fursdon over the course of this summer. Moths are often overlooked in favour o... Read More
Autumn offer
Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year to visit Fursdon Cottage, a time when nature's shift from summer to winter creates some of the most beautiful natural colours and light. The beauty... Read More
Happy harvest
September is our favourite month at Fursdon when the sense of peace that visitors so often comment upon becomes more palpable to those of us that live and work here! When the children return to sch... Read More