Summer evenings at Dunster Castle
See out the summer with friends and family with a leisurely stroll through the castle garden and live music at the Watermill Tearoom.
- Booking not needed
Wile away the summer evening and wander around the garden after hours. Admire the garden in the summer evening glow, picture yourself as lord or lady of the castle and then head down to the Watermill Tearoom for a bite to eat and a delightful evening of live music.
Non-members can purchase a garden only ticket from 4pm. The garden will be open until 7pm. National Trust members go free. The Watermill Tearoom will be open for the duration of the evening, with live music from 7pm until 9pm. Please note that the castle will be closed for the evening.
Times
Prices
Ticket type | Ticket category |
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All National Trust members Free | £0.00 |
All Garden Admission | £6.50 |
All Garden Admission (Gift Aid) | £7.20 |
The basics
- Booking details
No need to pre-book, tickets can be purchased on the day.
- Suitability
Children Welcome
- What to bring and wear
We recommend sturdy footwear. Please dress for the weather.
- Accessibility
Routes are steep and feature numerous steps, slopes and uneven surfaces. There are designated Blue Badge parking in the main car park. We have powered mobility vehicles (Trampers) available for hire. Please call 01643 821314 to hire. Unfortunately, our courtesy vehicle cannot take visitors to the Watermill Tearoom.
Upcoming events
Summer Trail 2024
Help the knights of Dunster Castle find their shields which have been lost around the grounds.
Summer of Play - Lawn Games
Kick off your summer on Green Court where a selection of lawn games have been laid out to play.
Behind the scenes: Attic Tours (3 and 14 September)
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.