Muncaster Castle

Ravenglass

Grade I listed historic house museum in Cumbria, England, UK

Opening Open 7 days for Main Season from 21 March (2026 season: 21 March – 23 October). Gardens 10.30am–6pm; Hawk & Owl Centre 10.30am–4.30pm; The Stables Cafe 8.30am–4.30pm; Gift Shop 11am–4.30pm; Castle 12noon–4pm (closed some days for private functions).

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Age fit Suitable for all — groups, individuals and families.

Setting indoor/outdoor

The experience

About this day out

Muncaster Castle, Gardens, Hawk & Owl Centre and The Weapons Hall offer an unforgettable experience in an idyllic setting amongst the Western Lake District fells in Ravenglass, Cumbria. The estate is open 7 days during the main season and hosts events such as Halloween and Christmas celebrations. It was awarded Large Visitor Attraction of the Year at the 2025 Cumbria Tourism Awards.

When to go

Opening calendar

Open 7 days for Main Season from 21 March (2026 season: 21 March – 23 October). Gardens 10.30am–6pm; Hawk & Owl Centre 10.30am–4.30pm; The Stables Cafe 8.30am–4.30pm; Gift Shop 11am–4.30pm; Castle 12noon–4pm (closed some days for private functions).

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What it costs

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Practical details

Facilities & accessibility

At a glance

CastleHawk & Owl CentreGardensThe Weapons HallThe Stables CafeGift ShopsMini MuncasterThe Old Laundry GalleryMuncaster Parish Church

Accessibility: Step-free access throughout the majority of areas; accessible toilet facilities; disabled parking at the Church Gate Car Park; mobility scooter hire for £5 from the Hawk & Owl Centre and free non-motorised wheelchair hire (subject to availability); free carer's ticket with a fully paying visitor (proof required); ground-floor castle state rooms are wheelchair accessible but the first floor is not; detailed AccessAble access guide available.
Parking: Main car park on site, plus accessible parking at the Church Gate Car Park (postcode CA18 1RQ), approximately 1/3 mile from the main car park.
Dogs: Assistance dogs can often be permitted inside the Castle following discussion with the Castle team; no dogs, including assistance and guide dogs, are permitted inside the Hawk & Owl Centre.

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