What's on at Corfe Castle
Civil War encampment
Take a step back in time this summer holidays to the English Civil War (1642 - 1651), where a journey of discovery and intrigue awaits.
Fri 17 Aug 2018
+ 16 other dates
10:00-17:30
Cinema under the stars: Paddington 2, Bedknobs & Broomsticks & Dunkirk
This August bank holiday, Purbeck Film Festival present open air cinema at Corfe Castle. Friday 24 August: Paddington 2 (PG) Saturday 25 August: Bedknobs and Broomsticks (PG) Sunday 26 August: Dunkirk (12A)
Fri 24 Aug 2018
+ 2 other dates
20:45-22:30
Heathland heritage walk
Explore the historical past of Slepe Heath on a 2 hour guided heritage walk.
Wed 29 Aug 2018
10:30-13:00
Open Air Theatre: Hound of the Baskervilles
Illyria (equity) presents: The Hounds of the Baskervilles
Wed 05 Sep 2018
19:00-21:30
Civil War: Betrayed
A must-see dramatic re-enactment of 'The Betrayal', which portrays the events of 1646 when the castle was finally taken.
Sat 08 Sep 2018
+ 1 other date
10:30-17:00
Wildlife weekend
Step inside the castle walls and meet some of the diverse wildlife of the surrounding Purbeck landscape.
Sat 15 Sep 2018
+ 3 other dates
10:30-17:00
'Land':nature tales from the Mother of the Mound
Thora, a 3,000 year old spirit, waits to be woken. What pearls of wisdom will she reveal?
Sat 29 Sep 2018
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:00
October half-term
All Hallows family quest, the Great Escape and trebuchet missile launch.
Sat 20 Oct 2018
+ 8 other dates
10:00-17:00
Twelve days of Christmas family quest
Search for the shields hidden in the castle ruins, complete the activities and solve the clues to successfully complete your Christmas castle quest.
Sat 01 Dec 2018
+ 36 other dates
10:00-16:00
Get crafty at Christmas
Make your own natural Christmas decoration when you visit Corfe Castle this December.
Sat 01 Dec 2018
+ 7 other dates
11:00-16:00
Christmas carols in the castle
Create a new family tradition with carols in the castle. Step inside the ruins and join in with songs old and new. A selection of delicious winter warmers will also be available from the tea-room.
Sun 09 Dec 2018
17:00-18:30
The Lord of Misrule
Join Corfe Castle's very own 17th-century mischief-maker for stories and games as you journey through the castle ruins.
Fri 14 Dec 2018
+ 11 other dates
17:00-19:00
Winter Lights
Christmas is a magical time at Corfe Castle. Take in the festive atmosphere with our contemporary lanterns, braziers, beacons and lighting as you explore the castle grounds. The castle will be open until 7pm, weather permitting.
Fri 14 Dec 2018
+ 8 other dates
17:00-19:00
Winter Solstice
Experience the peace and tranquility of watching the sun rise on the shortest day of the year from the castle ruins.
Fri 21 Dec 2018
07:15-09:00