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National Trust - Dunster Castle and Watermill Car Park Entrance

Dunster, Minehead TA24 6NY, United Kingdom

National Trust - Dunster Castle and Watermill Car Park Entrance
Castle
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6 reviews
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5HP6+8C Minehead, United Kingdom
+44 1643 821314
nationaltrust.org.uk
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Monday: 10–15
Tuesday: Close
Wedneasday: Close
Thursday: Close
Friday: Close
Saturday: 10–15
Sunday: 10–15
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Liz Bird
Liz Bird122 days ago
Nice castle with good views to the surrounding area. Good selection of rooms to visit. The gardens were nice to walk around and the watermill was very interesting. It was quiet and peaceful. Some steep paths and steps. We were there for around 4 hours.
Leanne
Leanne153 days ago
Beautiful!! We have never been to Dunster or the castle before and absolutely loved it. It was a beautiful day, there was so much to see and explore and it was so well looked after. Didn't manage inside the castle but as national trust members we can use our cards to go back again and see inside. So recommend visiting.
Jason Organ
Jason Organ153 days ago
Had a great trip to Dunster castle. although the carpark was a little busy it was not too busy on site. As National Trust members it was all free, would recommend everyone to join. Really helpful guide at the front reception desk who gave us the best route for mobility impaired. Went also to the new cafe at the mill, great food. Highly recommended a visit.
Jeanette Gill
Jeanette Gill183 days ago
Absolutely loved this place. It's beautiful, and the gardens are gorgeous. Love the fact that people live within the walls of the castle. You might struggle if you're not fully able, as the access into the castle at one point is really steep.
Julie nicholas
Julie nicholas214 days ago
Beautiful gardens, well planted on a very steep plot, surrounding the castle. Castle is well worth a visit inside (the great views, 'modern' kitchen & leather room are highlights) and the village is lovely too. Quite a steep walk from the carpark up to the castle, they helpfully provide a courtesy electric van for those with mobility problems, with wheelchair lift.
Susan “Choc” Lockyear
Susan “Choc” Lockyear1 year ago
Well worth a visit. There are 17 rooms depicting various times through the centuries that you can view. The gardens are grown on the steep hill leading up to the Castle so can be difficult if you are a wheelchair user but it is do-able. There is a plenty to see and enjoy
James Buck
James Buck1 year ago
One of my favourite National Trust venues so far! The castle/house has a good number of rooms available to view and the gardens and watermill are a bonus. Good parking and toilet facilities although no food served, just hot drinks and cakes. However there are multiple cafes and pubs in the high street.
Liz Glen
Liz Glen1 year ago
A very beautiful area, with imposing Castle and grounds, a medieval village street, and a working watermill. The grounds are especially picturesque in Autumn, with beautiful views from the castle terrace across the rolling Somerset hills and towards the Bristol Channel. The terrace cafe was a really great find, with a very friendly cafe manager and delicious scones.
The castle had the most unique collection of Wall hangings of painted leather. They look like tapestries at first glance but take a closer look to see their outstanding craftsmanship.
The staff at the watermill were so friendly and informative.
A lovely day out.
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