Free Entry
Open any reasonable time during daylight hours
Address:
High Street, Dunster, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6SG
This fine 17th century timber-framed octagonal market hall is a monument to Dunster's once-flourishing cloth trade.
Managed by The National Trust.
Read more about the history of the Yarn Market.
Don't Miss
Exmoor Horn Wool Display & Demonstrations
Sundays 4th July, 1st August & 5th September 2021 10am - 4pm
See the Yarn Market brought to life with displays of wool products of the Exmoor Horn Breed. There will be information about the breed and process as well as a chance to see traditional sheep shearing demonstrations.
Before You Go
Access: The Yarn Market is on the High Street in the centre of Dunster.
Parking: Charged parking is available within the village (car park postcode TA24 6SE), not managed by English Heritage.
Facilities: Public toilets can be found next to the car park. Dunster has plenty of shops and restaurants.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome.
Please be aware: English Heritage does not permit drone flying from or over sites in our care, except by contractors or partners undertaking flights for a specific purpose, who satisfy stringent CAA criteria, have the correct insurances and permissions, and are operating under controlled conditions.
Plan a Great Day Out
Dunster Butter Cross and Gallox Bridge are both a short walk away from the market.
The medieval village of Dunster is one of Exmoor's most popular attractions, with plenty of shops and places to eat. It's also a convenient base for walking in the stunning Exmoor National Park.
Just a few miles away is Cleeve Abbey, one of Somerset's hidden jewels. It's a haven of peace and tranquillity, and contains one of the finest cloister buildings in England.
