An ancient castle and comfortable country home with dramatic vistas and subtropical gardens
There are lots of ways to get involved as a volunteer at Dunster Castle. Why not get in touch with our friendly team to find out what opportunities might suit you?
Dramatically sited on a wooded hill, a castle has existed here since at least Norman times, with an impressive medieval gatehouse and ruined tower giving a reminder of its turbulent history.
The castle that you see today became a lavish country home during the 19th century for the Luttrell family, who lived here for 600 years.
The castle boasts spectacular views toward the Bristol channel, the Quantock hills and up to the moors of Exmoor.
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £11.20 | £10.00 |
| Child | £5.60 | £5.00 |
| Family | £28.00 | £25.00 |
| Group Adult | N/A | £9.50 |
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £14.40 | £12.90 |
| Child | £7.20 | £6.00 |
| Family | £36.00 | £32.20 |
| Group Adult | N/A | £12.20 |
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £11.20 | £10.00 |
| Child | £5.60 | £5.00 |
| Family | £28.00 | £25.00 |
| Group Adult | N/A | £9.50 |
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:
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
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:
| 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 |
*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.
Car parking and entry to the property is free for National Trust members.
Under 5s can enter the property free of charge.
For non-members, there is a car park charge of £5 per vehicle per day, £10 for motor homes.
Free parking in designated spaces for Blue Badge holders.
*Please note that the property closes at 5pm or dusk if earlier.
