Why should guests visit Sunset Sessions at Watermouth?

Sunset Sessions at Watermouth is a relaxed weekly summer evening event focused on food, drink, atmosphere and socialising in the Castle Courtyard and surrounding lawn areas.

The event is designed to create a welcoming, laid-back environment where guests can enjoy Watermouth as the sun sets, this does bot include park access.

• Event time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm
• Frequency: Weekly during the summer season

Exact dates and any changes will be communicated in advance.

No. Sunset Sessions is free to attend.

No need to book - just turn up. 

There is no admission charge for this event.

Guests have access to:

• The Courtyard
• Toilets
• Bar
• Courtyard arcades
• Surrounding lawn areas
• Fountain show

The following areas are not open during Sunset Sessions:

• Rides
• Play areas
• Castle interiors
• Wider Park areas

Yes. Sunset Sessions is family-friendly, but it is designed primarily as a social, food-and-drink-led experience rather than an attraction-based visit.

Children are welcome, but there are no rides or play areas operating during the event.

Guests can enjoy a variety of food and drink options, including:

• Courtyard bar serving alcoholic and soft drinks
• External street food vendors
• Ice cream and doughnuts

Food vendors operate independently, offering a range of options throughout the evening.

Yes. Alcoholic drinks are available from the Courtyard bar, alongside a range of soft drinks.

Standard licensing and ID checks apply.

Yes.
Sunset Sessions includes bubble entertainment, providing gentle, visual interest and atmosphere throughout the Courtyard and lawn areas.

On selected peak dates, live acoustic music may be added to enhance the atmosphere. Live music is optional and not guaranteed every week.

No. Live music is an optional enhancement and may be included on busier or peak summer weeks.

Sunset Sessions can run with or without live music depending on demand and weather conditions.

Yes. Sunset Sessions is an outdoor-focused event.

In the event of poor weather, the event may be:

• Adapted
• Shortened
• Cancelled

Decisions will be made with guest safety in mind and communicated as early as possible.

Yes. Guests visiting earlier in the day are welcome to remain on site and attend Sunset Sessions.

Seating is available within the Courtyard and lawn areas, subject to availability.

Yes. The Courtyard and lawn areas used for Sunset Sessions are accessible.

Yes. Sunset Sessions is designed to be flexible.

Dates may be moved, adapted or cancelled due to weather or operational considerations. Any changes will be clearly communicated.