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Opening Times and Ticket Prices

From 1st January the Castle, Gardens and Owl Centre will be fully closed to allow for essential maintenance.

The Gardens and Owl Centre will reopen for quiet enjoyment on 1st February 2012.

The Castle will be open for the February half term (Sunday 12th - Sunday 19th February 2012). We will then revert to our winter opening (with the Castle Closed) for the remainder of February until we fully open at the end of March.

More details on opening times & prices...

Welcome to Muncaster Castle and Gardens

Historic Haunted Castle, 70 acres of stunning Gardens set against the back drop of the Lake District fells, and home to the World Owl Centre with over 200 of these amazing birds. 
Muncaster is closed for January and the gardens & Owl Centre will reopen on the 1st February click here for detailed opening times. 
Award winning Muncaster has something for everyone..

...what will your Muncaster experience be....?

Latest News

Overnight Ghost Vigil - Friday 30th March 2012Overnight Ghost Vigil - Friday 30th March 2012

On Friday 30th March 2012 we are holding an Overnight Ghost Vigil, led by Dr Jason Braithwaite and his team who have been researching the “hauntings” of Muncaster since

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Upcoming Events

Wedding FayreWedding Fayre

Muncaster Castle will be hosting a Wedding Fayre in March.

Watch this space for further details

Riot of RhododendronsRiot of Rhododendrons

15 Mar 2012 - 15 Jun 2012

Although wonderful to explore at any time of year, spring is when Muncaster gardens are at their best and the month of May is the peak of the flowering season.

Where to stay on your visit

  • Muncaster's Coachman's Quarters
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    Set in the magnificent gardens of Muncaster Castle, The Coachman's Quarters have been renovated to provide 4 star guest B&B accommodation. Within our ten rooms, various combinations can be set up to provide accommodation for up to 29 guests.
  • Sella Park Country House Hotel
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    Set in 6 acres of beautiful gardens, next to the river, this country house hotel offers spacious rooms in a stunning location.
  • Knott View Self Catering Holiday Cottage
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    Knott View is a great house for large families and groups, anniversaries, celebrations or just to get away from it all with the spacious bedrooms sleeping up to 12 people.