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Upcoming events

at Dunster Castle and Watermill

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Summer of Play | Bat Trail 

Discover the garden and learn more about these fascinating creatures whilst soaking up the sunshine.

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on
2 Aug to 1 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 30 other dates or times
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Summer of Play 2025 

Join us for a festival of play in the garden this summer.

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on
2 Aug to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 29 other dates or times
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Afternoon Tea 

Relax with a delicious afternoon tea at the Watermill Tearoom.

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on
2 Aug to 2 Nov 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 92 other dates or times
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Summer of Play | Forest School Drop In 

Enjoy drop-in crafting sessions in the River Garden with Forest Catkins.

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on
7 Aug to 28 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Taunton Garrison - One castle, 1000 years of history 

Walk through time as Taunton Garrison bring 1000 years of history to life at Dunster Castle.

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on
9 Aug to 10 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 15:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Falconry Displays at Dunster Castle 

Marvel at majestic birds of prey as they swoop across Green Court.

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on
14 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Summer evenings at Dunster Castle 

Soak up summer vibes with friends and family with lawn games and live music on Green Court.

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on
14 Aug to 21 Aug 2025
at
16:00 to 20:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Outdoor Theatre: A Midsummer Night's Dream 

Enjoy a tale of love, magic and mayhem with a telling of a Midsummer Night's Dream by the Three Inch Fools, hosted by Dunster Castle. Early Bird Tickets available now.

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on
16 Aug 2025
at
17:45 to 20:45
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Living History Camp 

Dunster Castle's living history volunteers will be bringing the English Civil War to life with a pop-up camp, including live musket firing and weapon demonstrations.

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on
19 Aug to 20 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 14:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Summer of Play | Storytelling 

Discover Dunster Castle through story with a local storyteller.

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on
21 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 11:45
+ 2 other dates or times
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Living History: Exmoor HEMA 

Step back in time as Exmoor HEMA bring history to life.

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on
23 Aug to 24 Aug 2025
at
12:00 to 13:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Dunster Castle Experience Days - A Day with the Head Gardener 

An exclusive chance to spend the day with Dunster Castle's Head Gardener, including a bespoke tour, and a two-course lunch.

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on
24 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 15:30
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Dunster Castle School of Magic - The Spellbound Familiars Trail 

Dunster Castle School of Magic is in chaos and we need your help.

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on
4 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 29 other dates or times
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Stargazing Evening 

Come along for an evening of stargazing activities as part of the Exmoor Dark Skies Festival.

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on
22 Oct 2025
at
19:00 to 22:00