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
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.
Upcoming events
Victorian Kitchen Tours
Go behind the scenes and into the past with one of the knowledgeable volunteer guides.
Siege of Dunster Displays
Wander through the house and discover 17th Century highlights in the castle's collection.
Afternoon Tea
Relax with a delicious afternoon tea at the Watermill Tearoom.
Dunster Castle School of Magic - The Spellbound Familiars Trail
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