Muncaster Castle

Castle Ravenglass, England, United Kingdom
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What to expect

Muncaster Castle is a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake District coast where mountains meet the sea. With over 800 years of history, the castle is still cherished by the Pennington family, who warmly welcome visitors to explore their ancient home. The castle features enchanting woodland gardens teeming with wildlife and exotic plants, a haunted castle steeped in mystery and stories, and daily flying displays from the Hawk & Owl Centre. Visitors can also enjoy thrilling playgrounds, the Medieval activity centre The Weapons Hall, and The Stables Café and gift shop. The castle hosts various events throughout the year, including the Sausage Festival, Halloween, Scarecaster, and Christmas celebrations, making it an unforgettable experience for all

Plan your family visit to the Muncaster Castle with these blog insights 👇

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A Hard Knott Road Trip: Lake District Scenic Drive from Fell to Coast

A Hard Knott Road Trip: Lake District Scenic Drive from Fell to Coast
This family's experience:

Activities: We stayed overnight at Muncaster Castle, which is a historic castle with gardens and a hawk and owl centre

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the castle and gardens, and we all enjoyed the hawk and owl displays ✨