Muncaster Castle And Gardens

For almost 800 years, the Pennington family has lived in the famous and rumoredly haunted Castle, which dates from the mediaeval period. It’s a treasure trove of magnificent art and antiques that the family who currently lives there has amassed over the years. The Castle is located against the beautiful background of the Lakeland fells, including Scafell Pike, England’s highest peak, amid almost 70 acres of natural, woodland gardens known for collections of rhododendrons and azaleas. The Hawk & Owl Centre is definitely worth a visit, with daily displays at 2pm and a 4pm feeding of the wild herons. The indoor MeadowVole Maze is a fun, eco-friendly attraction for the young and young at heart. The grounds have a playground, a cafe, souvenir stores, and an antique church. Festivals, outdoor theatre, historical re-enactors, and Halloween Week are all part of the regular event schedule.