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Corfe Castle Guided Tours

Join one of our expert guides to explore a story 1000 years in the making.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

Corfe Castle has stood at the gateway to the Isle of Purbeck for nearly 1000 years. From knights to kings, sieges to surrender, betrayal to bequests these ruins hold a wealth of history to discover. Join one of our knowledgeable and friendly guides to discover the history and stories of these iconic ruins

We recommend pre-booking your free guided tour ticket to reserve a place on this tour. Some tickets may be available on the day from out Ticket Office.

Normal admissions apply, free for National Trust members. This is a guided tour lasting for approximately 1h15m and involves steep slopes and steps.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Meeting point

This guided tour will begin in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle, next to the main castle entrance.

What to bring and wear

Please wear clothing and footwear suitable for exploring a ruined castle.

Accessibility

This tour will involve steep slopes, uneven ground and steps. The tour will last approximately 1h15m. Please contact us for directly for any accessibility queries on 01929 481294 or email corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

Upcoming events

Event

Rooted in the ruins family quest 

Discover the plants that call Corfe Castle home with this new family quest.

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on
9 May to 18 Jul 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 70 other dates or times
Event

Artisan Crafts 

Watch demonstrations of heritage crafts from our friendly artisan volunteers.

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on
10 May to 13 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 12:30
+ 31 other dates or times
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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.

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on
12 May 2024
at
10:00 to 15:00
Event

Medieval Tile Workshop 

Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop.

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on
13 May to 16 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 12:30
+ 31 other dates or times