Muncaster Castle
Muncaster has something for everyone! Beautiful, historic, and reputedly haunted Castle home to the Pennington family for 800 years. 70 acres of gardens famous for its collection of rhododendrons and azaleas set against the stunning backdrop of the Lakeland fells. The World Owl Centre is home to over 45 species of Owl in landscaped aviaries from all over the world. Wonder at the tiny Pygmy Owls and the majesty of the giant Eagle Owls. Learn more at the ‘Meet the Birds’ display. The indoor children’s MeadowVole Maze offers a chance to learn about the life of Max MeadowVole, answer the questions and win a prize. Finish the day watching the wild herons come into feed during our Heron Happy Hour. Playgrounds, café and gift shops, with something for all. Plus our yearly events programme, which aims to entertain all year round! The Gardens and Owl Centre are open daily from early Feb until end of December – please visit our website for Castle opening times.