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Victorian Kitchen Tours

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

  • Booking not needed
  • Admission applies

Explore the Victorian Kitchens on a tour with one of our volunteer guides. You will be taken off the normal visitor route, delving into the history of these hidden rooms. You will walk through kitchens and larders as you follow in the footsteps of the Victorian servants here at Dunster Castle.

Please note that that these tours are subject to volunteer availability.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £3.00
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The basics

Suitability

Children Welcome

Meeting point

Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Office on arrival or by cash at the castle entrance. There are limited slots for each tour.

What to bring and wear

Please wear sensible shoes as some of the rooms have uneven flooring.

Accessibility

There is uneven flooring and steps so the tour is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.

Contact info

Dunster Castle and Watermill

Upcoming events

Event

Afternoon Tea 

Relax with a delicious afternoon tea at the Watermill Tearoom.

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on
26 Mar to 2 Nov 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 221 other dates or times
Event

Spring Crafting 

Come along to Tenants' Hall for some relaxing crafting sessions.

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on
29 Mar to 31 Mar 2025
at
10:30 to 14:30
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Behind the scenes: Attic Tours 

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
29 Mar to 29 Jun 2025
at
13:30 to 14:30
+ 147 other dates or times
Event

Dunster Uncovered Tour 

Join one of our knowledge guides and discover Dunster Castle beyond the visitor rope.

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on
31 Mar 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 1 other date or time