The Top 14 Castles in Somerset
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 14
beautiful castles to choose from in Somerset. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Somerset. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: December 2, 2025
Dunster Village
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Dunster is almost indecently pretty and exactly how you would imagine an English village to be... If only the traffic didn't meander through.
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Castle Neroche Iron Age Hill Fort
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Castle Neroche was a motte-and-bailey castle on the site of an earlier hill fort. Evidence suggests that it was an Iron Age hill fort before the Norman castle was built …
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Farleigh Hungerford Castle
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A medieval 14th-century castle. Farleigh Hungerford Castle belonged to the Hungerford family for two turbulent centuries. During the War of the Roses, the castle was held by the crown and …
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Birnbeck Fort Ruins
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The ruined fort here was built to defend Britain against a possible Napoleonic invasion. It has been adapted since then to provide sighting and coastal defence until the end of …
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The Bishop's Palace, Wells
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The stunning Bishop's Palace has been the home of the Bishops of the Diocese of Bath and Wells for more than 800 years. Construction began around 1210 and continued into …
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Bat's Castle Iron Age Hillfort
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Bat's Castle is an Iron Age hillfort on the hill above Dunster. The old earth works are clearly visible and it's obvious why the position was chosen, the views in …
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Nunney Castle
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In summer, there are often fairs or music events. In winter you can sneak into the castle and put a brew on for those cooler days 😉
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Lullington Castle Entrance
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Lullington is an old pretty town with lots of thatched houses and this old castle.
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Castle Neroche
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Castle Neroche was a motte-and-bailey castle on the site of an earlier hill fort. Evidence suggests that it was an Iron Age hill fort before the Norman castle was built …
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Stowey Castle Ruins
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Stowey Castle was a Norman motte-and-bailey castle built in the 11th century. The castle was destroyed in the 15th century and only the foundations survive.
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