Muncaster Castle, Gardens, Hawk & Owl Centre
Medieval castle filled with historic treasures in a dramatic fellside location.
Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Accessible parking
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Bike storage facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Easily accessible without car
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Facilities for children
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Free parking
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Parkland / open spaces
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
Medieval castles built on top of rocky hillsides were designed with the intention of keeping people out! Nevertheless, considerable adaptations have taken place to ensure good access to most of Muncaster’s attractions and facilities for guests with special needs.
The Churchgate carpark is recommended for visitors with mobility issues. (What3Words takers.armrest.placidly). Accessable toilets on site.
Please call 01229 717614 for further information or view access statement on muncaster.co.uk for full details
In an idyllic setting amongst the Western Lake District fells, Muncaster offers an unforgettable experience for groups, for individuals and families; for days out or memorable special occasions.
With its historic haunted castle, extensive wild woodland gardens and bluebell woods commanding Eskdale and the estuary from its lofty fellside position, Muncaster offers the complete day out.
We have a Hawk & Owl Centre with exhilarating flying displays, medieval Weapons Hall (archery, axe-throwing, crossbows, jousting & sword skills) Enchanted Trail, playgrounds and 6 miles of woodland paths to explore, gift-shops and cafes.
You’ll also find self-catering and B&B onsite, a wedding venue to die for, the corporate event to impress and the most atmospheric of film locations. We also offer gift experiences and a program of special events throughout the year. Come and visit us soon.
Please note: The information on the Historic Houses website is advisory, but please always check the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling.
High Season (last March Saturday to first Sunday in November)
Castle open daily 12 noon to 4pm. (Check Muncaster website as occsionally closed for functions). Gardens & other attractions open daily 10.30am until 5pm. Bird displays 11.30am, 2pm & 4pm.
Low Season (November to late March)
Limited opening includes most weekends (closed January)- Gardens 11am to 4pm. Bird display 1.30pm. See Muncaster website for full details. May open by appointment.
Full season (March – October)
Castle – Adult £22.50, Child £11.25 (All attractions included in Castle ticket option).
Gardens & Hawk & Owl Centre – Adult £16.00 Child £8.00. (Child = 5-15yrs; under 5s are free).
Please note: For Halloween Week (23-31 October 21) +£1 adult & 50p child on all tickets.
Historic Houses members visit free of charge.
Winter season (until March)
Adult £14.00 Child £7.00, Under 5s Free (Castle ticket, when open)
Adult £10.00 Child £5.00 (Gardens & Hawk & Owl Centre only when open) See muncaster.co.uk for winter opening details.
Muncaster makes a wonderful full day out for any group with gardens, castle, Hawk & Owl Centre and medieval activities in the Weapons Hall between them offering something for everyone.
We recommend a minimum of 2½ hours at Muncaster but many groups find that they can spend up to five or more hours here quite happily especially if combined with refreshments in the castle, cafe or Weapons Hall.
Group bookings and specialist tours can be made for any time of year even if otherwise closed. Please email info@muncaster.co.uk for full details. Group discounts on standard prices plus competitive rates for specialist tours or private dining.
Muncaster offers enjoyable educational visits for students of all ages.
Muncaster offers extensive and exciting learning opportunities. With an historic castle situated in many acres of woodland, Himalayan gardens, the interactive Weapons Hall plus the Hawk & Owl Centre, the opportunities to explore a variety of subjects, in a stimulating environment are endless with many cross-curricular links.
School camps also available. Please email experiences@muncaster.co.uk for further details.
Medieval castles built on top of rocky hillsides were designed with the intention of keeping people out! Nevertheless, considerable adaptations have taken place to ensure good access to most of Muncaster’s attractions and facilities for guests with special needs.
The Churchgate carpark is recommended for visitors with mobility issues. (What3Words takers.armrest.placidly). Accessable toilets on site.
Please call 01229 717614 for further information or view access statement on muncaster.co.uk for full details
Getting here
Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ
Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ
On the main A595 approx 1 mile south of Ravenglass on the Western Lake District coast, approx 90 minutes from M6 at Carlisle, Penrith or Kendal. Find us by SatNav at postcode CA18 1RD, specifying major roads only to avoid a hair-raising trip over the mountain passes.
Mainline rail to Ravenglass For Eskdale station, c.1.5 miles away. Local minicabs are available but should be prebooked.
Muncaster Castle’s custodian couple named tourism personalities of the year
The family duo who’ve spent decades shaping Muncaster Castle into a highly popular visitor attraction have been recognised for their lifelong services to tourism in Cumbria.
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