Muncaster Castle Tours and Activities

A Cumbrian castle built on original Roman foundations in Ravenglass overlooking the River Esk. Privately owned by the Pennington family for over 800 years it has a beautiful interior with a magnificent library, and most notably Himalayan Gardens. The gardens thrive because apparently the microclimate here from the hillside and coastal atmosphere make it the equivalent of being at 11,000ft altitude in the Himalaya. #cumbria #muncaster #ravenglass
A Cumbrian castle built on original Roman foundations in Ravenglass overlooking the River Esk. Privately owned by the Pennington family for over 800 years it has a beautiful interior with a magnificent library, and most notably Himalayan Gardens. The gardens thrive because apparently the microclimate here from the hillside and coastal atmosphere make it the equivalent of being at 11,000ft altitude in the Himalaya. #cumbria #muncaster #ravenglass
Must go back to this amazing place this summer!!
A fab place to visit on the Cumbrian coast. The grounds are dog friendly and you can watch the outdoor bird of prey display with your dog.
Hawk & Owl Centre, Muncaster Castle, Cumbria, UK The 14th century castle in the Lake District with beautiful grounds and amazing views also includes a conservation centre for birds of prey. #LifeAtExpedia #Wildlife

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Novotel Manchester West

Novotel Manchester West

3 out of 5
Price was CA $1,632, price is now CA $1,411 per person
CA $1,411
per person
Apr 27 - May 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Ottawa (YOW) to Manchester (MAN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Room was excellent. Overall the hotel was as described and a pleasure to stay at. Breakfast was included and was really tasty. Hot and fresh.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Charles Hope Manchester Centre

Charles Hope Manchester Centre

4 out of 5
NOMA
Price was CA $1,994, price is now CA $1,561 per person
CA $1,561
per person
Apr 16 - Apr 19
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Manchester (MAN)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Charles Hope was such a great stay! If any problem did arise they sorted it with in seconds. I highly recommend!

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2024

Pymgate Lodge Hotel

Pymgate Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
Price was CA $1,807, price is now CA $1,578 per person
CA $1,578
per person
May 16 - May 22
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Manchester (MAN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (407 reviews)
Could make an effort to improve beds and mattresses.

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Popular places to visit

The miniature railway takes tourists on a great ride into the Cumbrian fells. Known locally as Laal Ratty in Cumbrian dialect. #cumbria #ravenglass

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway during your stay in Muncaster. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
Eskdale walks from Eskdale campsite. A great place to pitch your tent. We took a 3km walk from the campsite, 1 1/2 hr moderate difficulty with a 20 Minute uphill ascent, through mine ruins and taking in a beautiful Tarn at the top.

Eskdale Mill

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Eskdale Mill during your travels in Boot. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Eskdale Mill
Wastwater looking to Scarfell Pike

Wast Water

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wast Water, a lovely green space in Wasdale. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Wast Water
A horrible drive up to the fort but well worth it!

Hardknott Roman Fort

Find out about the history of Eskdale with a stop at Hardknott Roman Fort. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Hardknott Roman Fort
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Scafell Pike

4/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Scafell Pike during your travels in Eskdale. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Scafell Pike

Ravenglass Railway Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ravenglass Railway Museum in Muncaster.

Ravenglass Railway Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Muncaster Castle

The Coachman's Quarters at Muncaster Castle

The Coachman's Quarters at Muncaster Castle

4 out of 5
Muncaster Castle Ravenglass England
The Coachman's Quarters at Muncaster Castle
Old School Muncaster House

Old School Muncaster House

3 out of 5
St. Michaels Nook Muncaster Ravenglass England
Old School Muncaster House
Irton Hall

Irton Hall

4 out of 5
Eskdale Holmrook England
Irton Hall
The Pennington Hotel

The Pennington Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Street Ravenglass England
The Pennington Hotel
The Bridge Inn

The Bridge Inn

3 out of 5
Santon Bridge Holmrook England
The Bridge Inn
The Inn at Ravenglass

The Inn at Ravenglass

4 out of 5
Main Street Ravenglass England
The Inn at Ravenglass
Ravenglass Retreat

Ravenglass Retreat

3 out of 5
9 Croftlands Drive Ravenglass England
Ravenglass Retreat
Waterside

Waterside

3.5 out of 5
Ravenglass England
Waterside
Muncaster View

Muncaster View

2 out of 5
Holmrook England
Muncaster View
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