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May Half Term Trail

Step into the past and prepare for a great feast in the 1400s. Help find out more about the food and festivities needed for the big event!

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Hugh Luttrell is planning a grand feast in the Great Hall. Follow the trail, complete activities, answer questions and learn what food and festivities were like in the past!

£3 per trail, prize included.

Please note that the grounds will close at 5pm.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £3.00
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The basics

Suitability

This trail is aimed at children.

Meeting point

You can purchase your trail on arrival at our Visitor Reception (by the car park) or Ticket Office (by the shop). £3 per trail, prize included.

What to bring and wear

The terrain is steep and uneven in places. Please wear suitable footwear as the paths can get muddy.

Accessibility

The terrain is steep and uneven in places.

Contact info

Dunster Castle and Watermill

Upcoming events

Event

Afternoon Tea 

Relax with a delicious afternoon tea at the Watermill Tearoom.

Event summary

on
27 Apr to 30 Jun 2024
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 19 other dates or times
Event

Behind the scenes: Attic Tours 

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.

Event summary

on
8 May to 14 Sep 2024
at
10:30 to 11:30
+ 12 other dates or times
Event

Milling in Action- National Mills Weekend 

Come and see Dunster's rare double overshot watermill in action with a day of milling and talks to celebrate National Mills Weekend.

Event summary

on
11 May to 12 May 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Seasonal Garden Walk: Blossom at Dunster Castle 

Join a member of our garden team on a walk through the gardens and enjoy the best of the day's blossom.

Event summary

on
23 May 2024
at
10:30 to 11:30