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Sherborne Castle & Gardens is a lovely day out for the whole family. Watch the abundant wildlife on the lake, feed the ducks, have a picnic and walk the dogs.

Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and the stately home of the Digby family since 1617, Sherborne Castle is a Historic House which reflects a glorious variety of decorative styles from over 400 years of English history. 'Capability' Brown created the 50-acre lake in 1753 and gave Sherborne the very latest in landscape gardening, with magnificent specimen trees, borders and sweeping lawns in one of his finest Lakeland landscapes. Enjoy 42 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, and experience the beauty, peace and tranquillity of this perfect natural setting. Our Tea Room serves morning coffees, light lunches and delicious afternoon teas. The Gift Shop has a selection of gifts, souvenirs and our very own Sherborne Castle wines. SHERBORNE CASTLE OPENING TIMES

Please see website www.sherbornecastle.com

30/10/2026

🎃🍂 Autumn Colours Spectacular: New Date! TOMORROW- Half Price Admission🍂🎃

Last Saturday's event was rained off, so we're running it again on Saturday 31st October, and it's Halloween! 👻

🌞 Weather forecast is good! 🌞

🎃 Pumpkin Trail 🎃
Cheeky pumpkins have escaped and are hiding throughout the gardens – can you follow the clues, track them down and find them all? Put your best detective skills to the test and don’t forget… fancy dress is very much welcome!

Every young adventurer who completes the trail will receive a special prize! 🎁
Come along, explore and enjoy a fang-tastic family day out!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A perfect day out for the whole family
🐶 Well-behaved dogs welcome too!
💰 Half-price admission!
Come and enjoy the autumn colours at their best. We can't wait to see you! 🧡
📅 Saturday 31st October

29/10/2026

🍁Another gorgeous day at Sherborne Castle. Grab your wellies, children and dogs and take time to reflect on the magic of autumn.🍂

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27/10/2026

🎃🍂 The sun is out at Sherborne Castle! ☀️

The weather has cheered up and the autumn colours are glorious! 🍁🧡 Come and enjoy our Pumpkin Trail while the colour displays are at their best.

Here's what one of our recent visitors had to say:

💬 "Thank you Sherborne Castle, my grandchildren and I followed your pumpkin trail yesterday... the sun shone (most of the time) and we really enjoyed the walk and the beautiful scenery! Clever little clues set in rhyme... the kids loved it!" ⭐

Grab the family, wrap up warm and come and explore! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏰

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25/10/2026

18/10/2026

🎃 HALF TERM PLANS SORTED! 🍂

Cheeky pumpkins have escaped and are hiding all around Sherborne Castle & Gardens! 👀 Can your little ones follow the clues, track them down and find them all? 🔍

Our new and extended Family Fun Pumpkin Trail runs from 24 October to 1 November, and there's a prize to be won for every pumpkin-hunting champion! 🏆

Fancy dress is very welcome, so bring out the witches, wizards and pumpkins of your own! 🧙‍♀️🦇

Four-legged family members are welcome too, and every dog that completes the pumpkin challenge gets a prize of their own! 🐶🦴 Good boys and girls deserve a treat!

Address

Sherborne

Telephone

01935 812072

Website

http://www.sherbornecastle.com/

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