Christmas at Dunster Castle

Parkland, Tearoom & Shop

Enjoy the winter views by heading up to Conygar Tower, Bat’s Castle or Grabbist Hill from the car park. Complete your stroll with a festive treat from the Watermill Tearoom and inspiring gift ideas in the Stables shop.

Open daily. 10am – 4pm.

A Country Christmas

Experience a cosy castle, decorated for a family Christmas as the Luttrells enjoyed when they were in residence. Take in the spectacularly decorated trees and spot our friendly knitted creatures hiding in the rooms.

4, 5, 11, 12, 18 – 23, 26 – 31 Dec, 1 & 2 Jan

Percy the Park Keeper

We are inviting you to embark on Percy the Park Keeper’s winter trail at Dunster Castle. Give nature a helping hand by joining Percy and his friends on their tasks around the garden. £2 per trail, no booking required. Normal admission applies.

4, 5, 11, 12, 18 – 23, 26 – 31 Dec, 1 & 2 Jan

Watermill

Come and see the working watermill where flour is milled every week. Explore the history of the building and follow the milling process through three floors of traditional machinery. Treat yourself or purchase a gift of some Dunster Watermill flour, porridge or even a bag of seasonal muesli (while stocks last).

4, 5, 11, 12, 18 – 23, 26 – 31 Dec, 1 & 2 Jan

Exploring the outdoors this Christmas

The shop and parkland are open daily. At weekends and during school holidays, visitors can enjoy seasonal strolls around the garden, including the Percy the Park Keeper™ trail for families, and visit the castle before warming up with a hot drink in the Tenants' Hall café.