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Opening Times and Ticket Prices

The Gardens, Owl Centre and MeadowVole Maze are open daily from 10.30 until 5pm.

The Castle is open Sunday - Friday from 12pm until 4.30pm. The "Meet the Birds" display takes place at 2.30 daily and Heron Happy Hour at 4.30pm.

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.

Award winning Muncaster has something for everyone..

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

Latest News

Plant Centre Sale!Plant Centre Sale!

Muncaster Plant Centre Sale!

For the next 2 weeks we’re having a sale in our plant centre!

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Upcoming Events

Muncaster Jubilee Festival including the World famous Festival of FoolsMuncaster Jubilee Festival including the World famous Festival of Fools

3 Jun 2012 - 7 Jun 2012

Five days of foolish Jubilee frivolity!
On Sunday 3rd children get in free(with full paying adult) 

Fundraising Concert in aid of Cumbria Young CarersFundraising Concert in aid of Cumbria Young Carers

4 Jun 2012

An open air concert on the front lawn of the Castle to raise funds for Cumbria Young Carers.  Headline group the Olly Alcock Band plus support act The Vindaloo Experience. 

Where to stay on your visit

  • Newtown House Self Catering Holiday Cottage
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    Newtown House, sleeping up to 8 people, boasts impressively high ceilings and many original Georgian features.
  • 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.