Graham Rains's Pictures of Dunster

The edge of Exmoor

A walk down Dunster's lanes reveal more traditional cottages.

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The edge of Exmoor

A stone bridge takes a footpath across the river and out into the surrounding countryside.

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The edge of Exmoor

A walk down from the Castle gates gives a view of the tower on the the hill at the opposite end of the town.

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The edge of Exmoor

A part of Dunster that most visiters may never see are the traditional cottages which are tucked away down the back lanes.

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The edge of Exmoor

Dunster is possibly one of the most photographed medieval towns in the southwest. Because it's next to the Exmoor National Park, it is a popular stopping point for tourists. Pictured is the Old Yarn Market, one of Dunster's most well-known historical features.

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The edge of Exmoor

Dunster's other main attraction is it's Castle, which stands high above the town. It was the final Somerset stronghold of the Royalists in in the Civil War (1642-9) the Parliamentarians led by Robert Blake eventually prevailed after 160 Days. It was during this period of turmoil that the market was renovated in 1647. The Castle is open to the public and has extensive gardens, which reach down to the river.

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The edge of Exmoor

Dunster Church, once both Benedictine Priory and Parish Church, is the largest and finest on Exmoor.

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The edge of Exmoor

The ornamental bridge in the Castle grounds, is an unusual feature.

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The edge of Exmoor

The road out of Dunster towards Exmoor and into Devon.

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The edge of Exmoor

The 14th century Nunnery House in Church Street, attractively slate-hung, was never a nunnery but a priory guest-house belonging to the Abbots of Cleeve.

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