Meet the Trees: A Walk & Talk with Dunster Castle's expert Garden Team
Come along for a morning of fresh air, expert insight, and discover Dunster's fascinating trees.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Join one of our expert gardeners for a guided walk through the grounds of Dunster Castle and discover some of the remarkable native and exotic trees that call this historic place home.
As you explore, you’ll learn what makes these trees so special-from their origins and unique characteristics to the stories they’ve gathered over centuries. It’s a wonderful opportunity to see the gardens through the eyes of the people who care for them every day. The walk lasts approximately one hour.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895 Online Booking Essential
- Suitability
Children are welcome to attend.
- Meeting point
Please park in the Dunster Castle car park and make your way to the Ticket Office where a member of the garden team will meet you.
- What to bring and wear
The terrain is steep and uneven in places. Please dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear as the paths can get muddy.
- Accessibility
The terrain is steep and uneven in places.
- Other
Please note: There is no additional charge for this walk, but normal admission applies for non-National Trust members. If you are not a National Trust member, please purchase your admission ticket from the Visitor Reception Building before heading to the Ticket Office. Limited spaces available-booking essential.
Upcoming events
Attic Tours (Weekdays)
Venture up into the attics with a knowledgeable guide for a rare glimpse behind the scenes.
Victorian Kitchen Tours (weekdays)
Where meals were made, stories were shared and servants kept the castle running. Head to the once state-of-the-art Victorian Kitchen with one of our knowledgeable tour guides and discover the heart of Victorian life at Dunster Castle.
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.
Victorian Kitchen Tours (weekends)
Where meals were made, stories were shared and servants kept the castle running. Head to the once state-of-the-art Victorian Kitchen with one of our knowledgeable tour guides and discover the heart of Victorian life at Dunster Castle.