Behind the scenes: Attic Tours (Weekdays)
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
Children welcome
- 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
Snowdrop Planting
Plant some snowdrop bulbs for yourself or a loved one to add to Dunster's wonderful snowdrop display.
Siege of Dunster Displays
Wander through the house and discover 17th Century highlights in the castle's collection.
Trail of Tales
Grab your trail booklet and set off to uncover Dunster Castle’s hidden stories. There’s history waiting around every turn.
Victorian Kitchen Tours
Go behind the scenes and into the past with one of the knowledgeable volunteer guides.