Exmoor Dark Skies: Stargazing Evening
Come along for an evening of stargazing activities as part of the Exmoor Dark Skies Festival.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Join us on the Keep Garden as we host Space Detectives, a local astronomy group.
Enjoy an evening of stargazing activities using telescopic equipment, laser guided star mapping, constellation story telling and much more. Wet weather options will include VR headsets and a mobile planetarium.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442491895
- Suitability
Children welcome
- Meeting point
Meet at the Ticket Office.
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothing suitable for the weather and sensible footwear.
- Accessibility
There is a wheel accessible route up to the Keep Garden. There is a courtesy vehicle available to take ticket holders up the hill to Green Court if required. Please contact us to discuss accessibility.
Upcoming events
Gilded Treasures Exhibition: 50 Years of the National Trust at Dunster Castle
Celebrate a golden milestone with us through this special exhibition.
Festival of Blossom
Celebrate blossom with us this spring. Discover subtle touches of blossom across Dunster Castle- wander through the gardens as they begin to bloom and enjoy the gentle arrival of spring throughout the castle.
Behind-the-Ropes Tours (weekends)
Join one of our knowledgable guides and discover Dunster Castle beyond the visitor rope.
Milling in Action- National Mills Weekend
Come and see Dunster's rare double overshot watermill in action with a day of milling, demos, talks and more to celebrate National Mills Weekend.