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The History and Modernization of Dunster Castle
18:33 - 24:37 (06:03)
Learn about the battles and sieges that took place at Dunster Castle during the Civil War of 1640 and how it was later returned to the Luttrell family who decided to modernize it. The castle served as a hospital for injured American soldiers and naval officers during World War II and is currently equipped with eco-friendly solar panels.
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Dunster Castle, a former military stronghold, was the center of a number of battles during the English Civil War before being returned to the Luttrell family who modernized it into a large mansion.
18:33 - 21:34 (03:01)
Summary
Dunster Castle, a former military stronghold, was the center of a number of battles during the English Civil War before being returned to the Luttrell family who modernized it into a large mansion.
ChapterThe History and Modernization of Dunster Castle
Episode103: A Haunted Castle and Afternoon Tea. Exmoor National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Discover the history behind Dunster Castle, which once acted as a hospital for injured American soldiers and naval officers, before being transferred to the National Trust in 1976.
21:34 - 23:03 (01:28)
Summary
Discover the history behind Dunster Castle, which once acted as a hospital for injured American soldiers and naval officers, before being transferred to the National Trust in 1976.
ChapterThe History and Modernization of Dunster Castle
Episode103: A Haunted Castle and Afternoon Tea. Exmoor National Park.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The National Trust installed solar panels to the entire castle to create an eco-friendly power supply.
23:03 - 24:37 (01:34)
Summary
The National Trust installed solar panels to the entire castle to create an eco-friendly power supply. The castle which has been around for over 1000 years, is now also known for its spooky and mysterious ghost sightings, with staff members having reported seeing a man in all green and strange occurrences happening in the gift shop.