Had a brilliant tour of the Water Mill from Stuart- so knowledgeable and the talk was riveting. Amazing that the Mill is in operation even today. Cannot recommend enough! All the staff are so friendly and conscientious. Particular highlight was seeing how the castle had been converted and maintained as a stately family home- much warmer than your usual castle!

Dunster castle is a very beautiful place to visit. Being a history nerd I was in my element. Please visit the leather room. There is a man ( im sad i didn't get his name) who will tell you the history about Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. He was so knowledgeable and so lovely to talk too. The castle was gorgeously decorated with christmas trees. Dunster village is just outside the castle grounds and OMG it was like looking at a postcard. Im so jealous of the people what live in the beautiful cottages. Dunster castle is a must visit if you ever visit Somerset.

We spent a lovely family day in the castle. When you arrive, ask for a map at reception, and they'll show you which paths are suitable for pushchairs. During summer, the castle offers a fun bat trail for kids – for an extra £3, they receive a prize at the end. Although we skipped the paid part, our child still enjoyed searching for hidden bats throughout the castle. The castle itself and its beautiful gardens offer plenty of activities for kids in the summer. Highly recommend!

Fantastic building in an amazing location.

Extremely rare leather and silver leaf paintings are breathtaking.

Extensive gardens; steep in parts with a great kids play area.

The mill was an added bonus. Well maintained, producing and selling their own flour with a super cafe nearby.

Dunster Castle is magical and so incredibly beautiful. We visited it on a beautiful summer day, the kids loved the outdoor games and the bat trail activity. The castle inside is very well cared for and the gardens are a dream to explore.

Highly recommend.

Tickets can only be bought on site :)