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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.

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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.

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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.

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at 10:00 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time

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on
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at 10:00 to 16:00

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14 Mar to 30 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:00+ 265 other dates or times

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.

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14 Mar to 19 Apr 2026
at 13:30 to 14:30+ 11 other dates or times