Days Out For The FamilyNunney Castle
Somerset, England
Medieval castle in Somerset, England, UK
The experience
About this day out
Nunney Castle is a picturesque moated medieval castle in Somerset dating from the 1370s, built by Sir John de la Mare, a local knight beginning to enjoy royal favour. Much modernised in the late 16th century, it was besieged and damaged by the Parliamentarians in 1645 during the English Civil War. Though ruined, its dramatic great tower is very well preserved, with four round corner towers and connecting walls tightly encircled by the moat.
When to go
Opening calendar
Open any reasonable time during daylight hours. Please note the castle is exterior viewing only from the outer moat.
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Prices at a glance
- Admission
- Free entry
Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.
Practical details
Facilities & accessibility
At a glance
- Accessibility
- Although the majority of the site is level, there are a small number of steps at the entry gate and on to the bridge over the moat. The castle is surrounded by a deep moat with steep sides; do not climb on the walls.
- Parking
- There is a free car park a short walk away, off Castle Hill. The walk to the castle involves a moderate hill down into the village.
- Dogs
- Dogs on leads are welcome.
Getting there
Where you'll find it
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