Guided visits at Higher Uppacott Longhouse

27th March

To fully appreciate Higher Uppacott's history and heritage, you should join a guided tour. Your guide will be able to explain what life was like in medieval times and how Higher Uppacott has evolved over the centuries.

Higher Uppacott longhouse is a medieval farmhouse in which both people and cattle were accommodated under a single roof. It is rare and of national importance. It is one of the few remaining examples of this historic building type, which has retained its lower or shippon end (cattle shelter) in its original unaltered state. It is a Grade 1 listed building.

In 2002, the historic wing (a separate dwelling since at least the 19th century) and adjoining outbuildings which were converted to domestic use in the 1970s, came onto the market. With the help of a Heritage Lottery grant, the Dartmoor National Park Authority was able to purchase this and thus reunite the two halves of the building and return the site to its original layout – a house in its historic farmstead setting.

A fascinating oral history of life here in the first half of the 20th century has been collected and often forms a popular element of visits to the house.

Guided visits are available on selected dates throughout the year: Enjoy a two-hour tour around the house and its grounds in the company of a knowledgeable guide.

Prices: Adult £5, Child (14 and under): Free - please note these visits are more suited to children 8+.

Opening Times: 10:30am to 12:30pm, evening visits 5.30pm - 7.30pm (visits take 1.5 - 2hrs)

How to book: Please telephone the National Park Visitor Centre, Princetown on 01822 890414 to book your place. Alternatively email [email protected]

Please be aware when booking that there are several steps, low beams and uneven floors within the longhouse.

Event type: Nature

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