Orcheton, Modbury

Orcheton, an historic estate located in the parish of Modbury, Devon, features the Great Orcheton Farm, situated just 1.5 miles from Modbury Church. The estate's history dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was listed as part of the holdings of Robert, Count of Mortain. The estate has passed through notable families, including the de Vautorts and the Prideauxs, the latter being a prominent gentry family in Devon. Visitors can explore the rich heritage of the area, including connections to medieval nobility and the architectural remnants of its storied past.