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Corfe Castle

Corfe Castle DorsetCorfe Castle is a thousand-year-old castle and an iconic survivor of the English Civil War.

One of Britain's most majestic ruins and once a controlling gateway through the Purbeck Hills, the castle boasts breathtaking views and several waymarked walks. Steeped in history, an interactive exhibition uncovers many stories of treachery and treason. Defended during the Civil War by the prudent and virtuous Lady Bankes, the castle fell, due to betrayal from within, and was subsequently destroyed by the Parliamentarians. Many fine Norman and early English features remain.

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One of the most evocative ruined castles in England

  • Over 1,000 years of turbulent history
  • Castle View visitor centre explores the lives (and deaths) of past residents
  • Extensive country estate to discover and explore
  • The Swanage Railway operates a steam train service to Corfe

Extensive conservation work in progress, access may be restricted to certain areas of the castle. Please tel. or check website for information

Facilities

  • Shopping - In village square
  • Dogs - on leads only
  • Parking - (pay & display) at Castle View, off A351 (800yds walk uphill to castle). NT members free. Norden park & ride (all-day parking, ½ml walk to castle) and West St (in village). Pay & display (neither NT)
  • Families & Children - Baby-changing facilities. Pushchairs and baby back-carriers admitted. Family guide. Children's guide. Children's quiz/trail. School holiday activities inc. family treasure trails. Baby back-carriers for loan (small donation requested). Children must be accompanied by an adult within the castle
  • Refreshments - Traditional tea-room (licensed) by castle entrance in village square. Children's menu

Make an Enquiry

Phone

Phone01929 481294 (Infoline)
01929 480921 (shop)
01929 480609 (Learning)

Don't forget to mention DorsetChoice.co.uk when you call !

Location

The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5EZ

 

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