Behind the scenes: Attic Tours (Weekends)
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 not needed
- 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.
Please note that these tours are subject to volunteer availability.
Times
The basics
- 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. Please note- these tours are subject to volunteer availability
Upcoming events
Victorian Kitchen Tours
Go behind the scenes and into the past with one of the knowledgeable volunteer guides.
Civil War Tours
Travel back in time on Dunster Castle’s brand new Civil War Tour, where the dramatic story of the castle’s role in one of England’s most turbulent periods is brought vividly to life.
Dunster Uncovered Tour
Join one of our knowledgable guides and discover Dunster Castle beyond the visitor rope.
Christmas Needle Felting Workshop
Feeling crafty this Christmas? Come along and make a decoration to add some festive cheer to your home.