Online Video Muncaster Castle

Visitor Attraction, Ravenglass The Lake District.

Muncaster Castle, is a genuine treasure trove of art and antiques. Its Great Hall, Octagonal Library and elegant Dining Room are all windows on a grand past. But Muncaster's wild history reveals a flipside to life in a stately home. The castle evolved from the Pele Tower, built to repel marauding Scots. Those who stay here say it is haunted by ghosts, including the legendary Tom Fool.

Facilities at Muncaster

Creeping Kate's Kitchen - From full meals to light snacks or afternoon teas. Delicious home-baked cakes and local Cumbrian produce.

Owl Shop, Carriage House Gift Shop and Information Centre - Gifts galore!

The Nosebag - fodder for the picnic hamper here

Playgrounds - let the young run wild!

Wildfowl Pond - Home to native and exotic waterbirds

Steam Traction Engine - "Western Star" is a superb 1912 traction engine available for driving courses based at Muncaster. Phone for details.

12th Century Church - with superb stained glass

Open daily for sanctuary from the stresses of modern life. Open to all, of all religions for quiet reflection and prayer.

Large and small, fierce and friendly, beautiful and strange, owls are wonders of wildlife. At Muncaster, headquarters of the World Owl Trust, you will find one of the largest collections of these thrilling birds in existence. The centre is home to a diverse range - from bizarre fish owls to diminutive pygmy owls which are not much bigger than a sparrow. There are also buzzards, kestrels and red kites and a daily flying display on the Castle lawns.

The Festival of Fools

The Festival of Fools is 5 days of madness and mayhem, where jesters run a mock in the castle grounds, known as the Kingdom of Fools. Enjoy daily performances by various jesters, street entertainers and walkabout artists. Muncaster Castle was home to the original Tom Fool and the Festival, it is the Castle's annual celebration of all things foolish.