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Behind the scenes: Attic Tours

If you've always wanted to see more of Dunster Castle, come on an attic tour with one of the castle's knowledgeable tour guides.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Join an attic tour to experience life behind the scenes at Dunster Castle. See spaces you haven't seen before and hear stories about the servants who lived and used the spaces upstairs.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £3.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

The tours are not recommended for children under 12.

Meeting point

The tour will begin outside the front of the house. Members need to scan their membership cards on arrival, non-members will need to purchase an admission ticket.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable shoes for walking on uneven ground. The attics can be quite cold with uneven steps.

Accessibility

There are 87 steps up a spiral staircase which are worn in places. Please take time to consider this before booking.

Other

Normal admission applies. Members need to scan their membership cards on arrival, non-members will need to purchase an admission ticket.

Contact info

Dunster Castle and Watermill

Upcoming events

Event

Afternoon Tea 

Relax with a delicious afternoon tea at the Watermill Tearoom.

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on
27 Apr to 30 Jun 2024
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 19 other dates or times
Event

Milling in Action- National Mills Weekend 

Come and see Dunster's rare double overshot watermill in action with a day of milling and talks to celebrate National Mills Weekend.

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on
11 May to 12 May 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Seasonal Garden Walk: Blossom at Dunster Castle 

Join a member of our garden team on a walk through the gardens and enjoy the best of the day's blossom.

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on
23 May 2024
at
10:30 to 11:30
Event

May Half Term Trail 

Step into the past and prepare for a great feast in the 1400s. Help find out more about the food and festivities needed for the big event!

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on
25 May to 2 Jun 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times