Attic Tours (Weekends)
Venture up into the attics for a rare glimpse into life behind the scenes Dunster Castle.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Discover hidden spaces, explore tucked‑away rooms and corridors, and learn about the daily lives of the servants who once called these upstairs spaces home. 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.
Upcoming events
Easter Trail 2026: Motte & Bailey Investigate the Siege of Dunster
Join our time-travelling characters- Motte & Bailey- for an Easter adventure at Dunster Castle. Complete our family-friendly trail and claim your chocolate egg.
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.
Siege of Dunster Tour
Travel back in time on Dunster Castle’s brand new Siege of Dunster Tour, where the dramatic story of the castle’s role in one of England’s most turbulent periods is brought vividly to life.