Behind-the-Ropes Tours

Mon 24 Aug · 11:00

Dunster Castle and Watermill

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About This Event

Behind-the-Ropes Tours at Dunster Castle and Watermill take visitors into the inner workings of the castle. The experience includes a new route and the exploration of repurposed spaces and their history. Admission is required.

Step beyond the rope and into the inner workings of Dunster Castle.

Embark on a new route, explore repurposed spaces and discover their history, all with the help of one of our brilliant volunteer guides.

Venture into new areas from the butler's bedroom to the infamous 'creepy corridor', discover fascinating finds and gain an insight into the areas that allow us to do what we do.

Tours are approximately an hour long.

Please note that that these tours are subject to volunteer availability.

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Behind-the-Ropes Tours takes place on Monday, 24 August 2026 at 11:00. The event runs until Monday, 26 October 2026.

Behind-the-Ropes Tours is held at Dunster Castle and Watermill in Cardiff (Dunster Castle, Dunster, Minehead, Somerset).

Tickets for Behind-the-Ropes Tours can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Behind-the-Ropes Tours

📅 Monday, 24 August 2026 – Monday, 26 October 2026🕖 11:00📍 Dunster Castle and Watermill

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Step beyond the rope and into the inner workings of Dunster Castle.

Embark on a new route, explore repurposed spaces and discover their history, all with the help of one of our brilliant volunteer guides.

Venture into new areas from the butler's bedroom to the infamous 'creepy corridor', discover fascinating finds and gain an insight into the areas that allow us to do what we do.

Tours are approximately an hour long.

Please note that that these tours are subject to volunteer availability.

Description supplied by the event organiser.

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Dunster Castle and Watermill

Dunster Castle, Dunster, Minehead, Somerset

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❓ Frequently asked questions

When is Behind-the-Ropes Tours?

Behind-the-Ropes Tours takes place on Monday, 24 August 2026 at 11:00. The event runs until Monday, 26 October 2026.

Where is Behind-the-Ropes Tours taking place?

Behind-the-Ropes Tours is held at Dunster Castle and Watermill in Cardiff (Dunster Castle, Dunster, Minehead, Somerset).

How do I get tickets for Behind-the-Ropes Tours?

Tickets for Behind-the-Ropes Tours can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.