Festival of Archaeology
Join us as we delve deeper into the castle's 1000 year story.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Ground penetrating radar - 21 & 22 July
Watch on as one of our archaeologists conducts a Ground Penetrating Radar survey of Green Court. Building on a geophysical survey undertaken by the Dorset Unit Archaeology Unit in 1999, will we be able to find evidence of the earlier castle?
Heritage Spotter Trail - 19 - 23 July
Almost everywhere you look, there's some archaeological evidence waiting to be found. From the coat of arms to the waterwheels, become a heritage explorer and see how many key features you can spot.
Medieval Tours - 23 July | £3 (normal admission applies)
Dunster Castle has 1000 years of history, but how did it all begin? From Norman conquest to English Civil War, trace the earlier castle story.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Pick up the spotter trail from the Visitor Reception Building. The ground penetrating radar will be on Green Court but there will be chalkboard information around the site.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather and wear sensible footwear (strictly no stilettos)
- Accessibility
There is steep and uneven terrain across the site. A courtesy vehicle is available which can take visitors from the Visitor Reception and Ticket Office to the castle. We have two trampers available to hire. Please call the Main Office on 01643 821314 to book.
Upcoming events
Victorian Kitchen Tours
Go behind the scenes and into the past with one of the knowledgeable volunteer guides.
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.