Keeper of the Castle: Storytelling tours
At the gateway to Purbeck, Corfe Castle has stood watch for a thousand years. It has been a fortress, prison, family home and has even drawn the attention of German spies.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join the Keeper of the Castle as you discover how clever design and strategic location made it fulfil its role throughout a turbulent history. During this fun and fact filled 45-minute tour you will discover some of the castle's secrets and participate in interactive challenges as you time travel through the ages from the Normans to the 1940's.
Tours begin at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
This is a family friendly event
- Meeting point
This event will begin in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle and will involve steep slopes and steps.
- What to bring and wear
Clothes and footwear suitable for exploring a ruined castle with uneven surfaces and lots of steps.
- Accessibility
Please contact us directly to arrange a step-free version of this event.
Upcoming events
Rooted in the ruins family quest
Discover the plants that call Corfe Castle home with this new family quest.
Corfe Castle Wedding Fair
Corfe Castle's wedding fair held in the Outer Bailey will be showcasing specially selected, local suppliers. In the case of bad weather, the event will be held in Castle View welcome centre.
Medieval Tile Workshop
Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop.