Dunsland
A grand Parkland abundant in wildlife and with over 900 years of history
Dunsland
Facilities and access
Dunsland
Overview
A grand Parkland abundant in wildlife and with over 900 years of history
Perfect for a walk or picnic, the tranquil, ancient parkland of Dunsland park once befitted the grand house that stood in its midst.
The park is home to a variety of trees, including 700-year-old Sweet Chestnuts and old fruit trees.
Wander around the remaining buildings of Tudor Dunsland House. All apart from the old stable and coach house were lost in a fire in the 1960s.
The trees in Dunsland park support many rare lichens and provide a rich habitat for wildlife.
Colourful Blue Bells and Primroses can be seen in spring and you may hear the rustle of Doormice and Roe Deer. Look out for Dippers and Sparrow Hawks too.
- Telephone
- +441237441976
- northdevon@nationaltrust.org.uk
Dunsland
How to get here
- Address
- Dunsland Park, Brandis Corner, Holemoor, Nr Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7YE
- By cycle
- The Tarka Trail follows the old railways of North Devon, forming part of Devon's Coast to Coast cycle route (part of National Cycle Network Route 27) between Ilfracombe and Plymouth. It also joins The West Country Way cycle route (part of National Cycle Network Route 3) between Bristol and Padstow, which passes within a few miles of Dunsland at Holsworthy. Visit the Sustrans website for more information
- By bus
- Carmel Coaches 639, Hatherleigh to Holsworthy. Alight Holemoor Cross for ½ mile walk to Dunsland. Visit Transport Direct for more information
- By train
- Barnstaple is the nearest railway station with public transport links, approximately 27 miles from Dunsland. Visit Transport Direct for more information
- By road
- Take the A3072 between Holsworthy and Hatherleigh. Exit at Brandis Corner, then head in the direction of Holemoor
Dunsland
Prices
Admission free
What is Gift Aid?
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points. Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
- Gift Aid Admission or
- Standard admission
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you the Gift Aid Admission prices. But it's entirely up to you which ticket you choose. If you want the Standard Admission instead, just let us know when you come to pay.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid* — an extra 25 per cent — potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below: Payment of the additional percentage donation is entirely voluntary, so if you prefer to pay the standard admission please advise our reception staff at the till point.
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
Dunsland
Opening times
Please note...
Dunsland is open everyday of the year from dawn until dusk, however if you are travelling a distance to visit it is always worth checking by ringing 01237 441976