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.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Join an attic tour to experience life behind the scenes at Dunster Castle. See spaces you haven't seen before and hear stories about the servants who lived and used the spaces upstairs.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
The tours are not recommended for children under 12.
- Meeting point
The tour will begin outside the front of the house. Members need to scan their membership cards on arrival, non-members will need to purchase an admission ticket.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable shoes for walking on uneven ground. The attics can be quite cold with uneven steps.
- Accessibility
There are 87 steps up a spiral staircase which are worn in places. Please take time to consider this before booking.
- Other
Normal admission applies. Members need to scan their membership cards on arrival, non-members will need to purchase an admission ticket.
Upcoming events
Taunton Garrison Weekend
Taunton Garrison bring history to life at Dunster Castle with a living history camp, including live musket firing and weapon demonstrations.
Living History camp
Dunster Castle's living history volunteers will be bringing the English Civil War to life with a pop-up camp, including live musket firing and weapon demonstrations.
Summer Trail 2024
Help the knights of Dunster Castle find their shields which have been lost around the grounds.
Opera Evening at Dunster Castle
Wild Arts bring their signature opera evening to Dunster Castle. Bring your picnics and enjoy a magical summer's evening of opera highlights.