How to find us
Muncaster is located in the heart of the Western Lake District and, uniquely, is in the only coastal village of the Lake District National Park, Ravenglass.
If you're visiting Muncaster for the day, put in the postcode CA18 1RQ into your Sat Nav and that'll guide you directly to our church gate car park for the winter season, where you can purchase your tickets in the Owl Garden Tea room. BUT please use the SatNav postcode CA18 1RD for Christmas at the Castle on the following dates 4th, 11th, 18th, and 21st to 23rd and 27th to 29th December, when our main entrance and car park will be open.
The main estate is a 77 acre paradise of history and wonder of the natural world in both the beautiful woodland gardens with its Georgian Terrace and views to Scafell Pike (England’s Highest Mountain) and wildlife. Not only can you enjoy the 200 owls on display in the World Owl Centre, if you're lucky, you may even spot the odd deer or red squirrel that are visit the edges of the gardens.
For visitors with disability/mobility concerns, we have a car park in the heart of the estate which can be accessed via Church Lane. This is approximately 1/3 mile around the corner from the main car park (heading south) and is the same entrance for coaches.
We have additional parking for our major festivals and parking is completely free, all day!. You can relax and enjoy your visit and indulge in our infamous home-made cakes or lunch in our on site cafe.
Northern Rail operate the Cumbrian Coast railway line connecting Ravenglass with many towns and villages of the Western Lake District with Carlisle in the north and Barrow-in-Furness in the south. The railway provides a scenic route through the district and links with the West Coast Main Line at Carlisle for connections to the North East, Scotland and Yorkshire and with trains to Lancashire, Manchester and Manchester Airport at Barrow-in-Furness.Plan your Journey to Ravenglass with Northern
If you are an international visitor coming to the UK, the BritRail Pass offers cheaper train travel for your trips around Britain and to get to Muncaster.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
From the South:
Leave the M6 at Junction 36. Follow signs to Barrow (A590). Before reaching Barrow turn right at Greenodd onto the A5092 (signposted Western Lake District, Workington and Whitehaven). This joins the A595 which will bring you to Muncaster. The journey will take approximately an hour and a quarter.
From the North:
From Carlisle follow the A595 to Cockermouth, and continue on past Whitehaven. This road bypasses Ravenglass and goes straight through to Muncaster. This journey should take about an hour and a half.
From the East:
Take in one of 'Britain's Seven Wonders' as voted by you in an RAC online poll by taking in the beautiful Hard Knott Pass from Ambleside - if you're brave enough!
Public transport:
Useful websites and phone numbers
traveline public transport info 0870 6082608
http://www.traveline-northwest.co.uk/
By Train:
Plan your Journey to Ravenglass with Northern Alternatively visit www.northernrail.org or call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50. Ravenglass Railway Station is situated just one mile from Muncaster - there are no taxis available unless pre booked. Please call Gosforth taxis 019467 25308
Walking from Ravenglass to Muncaster:
There are two routes from the train station either via the main road or via the Eskdale Cycle Trail through the Decoy Wood. This will take you past the Roman Bath House and through delightful scenery.
