Dunimarle Castle
Plan Your Visit
How to Reach
Visitor Information
Entrance via Chapel Gate
Please note: The chapel entrance involves multiple steps and a steep incline, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users or individuals with limited mobility.
Dogs on the Estate
Dogs are welcome throughout the estate. They must be kept on a lead and under close control at all times, as our grounds are home to deer, foxes, and nesting birds.
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Assistance dogs are permitted inside the castle.
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For your convenience, water bowls, waste bags, and disposal bins are strategically located around the estate.
Getting Around the Estate
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Courtyard & Bastion Garden:
The courtyard is paved with gravel and is easily accessible. The bastion garden is reachable from this area. -
Italian Terrace:
This area is covered with gravel and features two shallow steps leading up, providing convenient access to the terrace. -
Wildflower Meadow:
Access the meadow via a small step from the Italian terrace. Although the pathway is grass-covered, please note that it may become boggy during prolonged wet weather. -
Redwood Drive:
Accessed via a gentle incline, Redwood Drive is mostly level once you reach the grassy area, making it relatively accessible. -
Woodland Walk:
Featuring a woodchip path with uneven terrain, this route might be challenging for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues. -
Chapel Access:
From the Italian terrace, you’ll need to descend a steep flight of steps down a resin path. Once you reach the chapel, there are an additional five steps at the entrance which may not be suitable for everyone.
Visit Info
We warmly welcome you to Dunimarle Castle and its historic gardens. To help preserve the beauty and tranquility of this unique estate for future visitors, we kindly ask that you observe the following guidelines during your visit:
Respect the Grounds
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Please stay on designated paths and walkways at all times to protect the gardens and wildlife.
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Do not pick flowers, plants, or disturb any natural features.
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Please refrain from climbing on walls, trees, or historic structures.
Respect the Property
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Dunimarle Castle is a privately owned estate. Access is permitted only during open hours and guided tours.
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Please do not enter areas marked as private or staff only.
Supervise Children
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Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Please ensure children do not run, shout, or play on features not intended for play.
Pets
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Dogs are welcome in the gardens on a lead.
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Please clean up after your pet and dispose of waste in the bins provided.
No Smoking or Vaping
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Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaping, is not permitted anywhere on the estate.
Photography
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Personal photography is welcome.
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Commercial or professional photography requires prior permission.
Opening Hours & Tours
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The castle is only accessible during guided tours.
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Please refer to our Tour Page for booking information and availability.
Accessibility
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Please note that access to the castle is limited and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
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For detailed accessibility info, see our Access Statement.
Keep It Tidy
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Please take all litter with you or use the bins provided.
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Help us maintain the serenity of this special place for all to enjoy.