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.
Before You Go
Access: The Yarn Market is on the High Street in the centre of Dunster.
Exmoor National Park Authority offer guided walks of Dunster, which includes the history of our beautiful Dunster sites. It is possible to book tours via their website here
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.
Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
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.