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Festive Storytelling

Escape the winter chill and settle down in the warmth of the Morning Room. Enjoy a selection of Christmas stories told by one of our friendly volunteers.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Settle down on the sofas in the Morning Room and enjoy a selection of festive tales including Stick Man, The Night before Christmas, The Mousehole Cat, and the Grinch who stole Christmas told by one of our friendly volunteers.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Meet in the Morning Room in the castle

What to bring and wear

Wear clothing suitable for the weather and wrap up warm

Accessibility

There is a steep hill leading up to the castle and stairs up to the Morning Room. The courtesy vehicle will be available to take visitors from the Visitor Reception and Ticket Office up to the castle.

Contact info

Dunster Castle and Watermill

Upcoming events

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Christmas evenings at Dunster Castle 

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on
21 Dec to 22 Dec 2024
at
16:00 to 19:00
+ 1 other date or time
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on
22 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 14 other dates or times
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Victorian Kitchen Tours 

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

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on
22 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 25 other dates or times
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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
22 Dec 2024 to 30 Mar 2025
at
13:30 to 14:30
+ 28 other dates or times