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Medieval Tours

Dunster Castle has 1000 years of history, but how did it all begin? From Norman conquest to English Civil War, trace the earlier castle story.

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Join one of our knowledgeable guides as they trace the earlier castle story. Find out more about the earlier structures such as the bastion tower and the gatehouse and follow the castle's evolution over time.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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All £3.00
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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Meet outside the front of the castle.

What to bring and wear

Please wear clothing suitable for the weather. No stilettos.

Accessibility

This route contains steep steps and changing levels.

Contact info

Dunster Castle and Watermill

Upcoming events

Event

Victorian Kitchen Tours 

Go behind the scenes and into the past with one of the knowledgeable volunteer guides.

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on
5 Jul to 31 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 18 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play 2025 

Join us for a festival of play in the garden this summer.

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on
5 Jul to 1 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 58 other dates or times
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Behind the scenes: Attic Tours (Weekends) 

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.

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on
5 Jul to 27 Jul 2025
at
13:30 to 14:30
+ 23 other dates or times
Event

Afternoon Tea 

Relax with a delicious afternoon tea at the Watermill Tearoom.

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on
5 Jul to 2 Nov 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 120 other dates or times