What's on at Corfe Castle
Walk: Smugglers of Purbeck
Follow in the footsteps of Gulliver an infamous smuggler of the Dorset coast.
Tue 04 Oct 2016
10:30-12:30
Walk: Miller's Bay and West Mill
A fascinating walk through Corfe Castle village to the historic ruin of West Mill and the leet.
Tue 18 Oct 2016
14:00-16:00
Hallowe'en at Corfe Castle
Come along and explore the castle this Hallowe'en say boo to our pumpkins as they welcome you. Take part in our horrid spooky trail and enjoy other Hallowe'en activities on offer.
Sat 22 Oct 2016
+ 8 other dates
10:00-16:00
Contemporary Lantern Display
Join us during the month of November and see how contemporary lanterns subtly illuminate key castle architectural features along with vistas and voids.
Tue 01 Nov 2016
+ 29 other dates
10:00-16:00
Walk: King's Farm to Castle
Hear how farming through the centuries has changed the landscape of Purbeck.
Tue 08 Nov 2016
10:30-15:00
Walk: Carts to the Castle
Discover the ancient track ways used to bring Purbeck marble and limestone to the castle.
Tue 29 Nov 2016
10:30-12:30
Tudor Christmas
Join our lord of misrule and walk through the romantic ruins of Corfe Castle, find out about the rich history of Tudor traditions and maybe participate in a play or a game or two.
Sat 10 Dec 2016
+ 17 other dates
10:00-19:00
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.
Sat 10 Dec 2016
+ 11 other dates
10:00-19:00
Winter Solstice
Experience the rare opportunity to watch the sun rise on the shortest day of the year from the castle ruins. Castle opens 7.15am - 9am. Tickets £10, including a voucher for a hot drink and breakfast bap (vegetarian sausage, sausage or bacon)...
Wed 21 Dec 2016
07:15-09:00
Half-Term at Corfe Castle
Bring along your own brave teddy to have a go at the fearsome Zip Wire Challenge. Enjoy our themed quest around the castle 'Romance and Courtship'. New for 2017, watch and enjoy the launching of the castles Trebuchet .
Sat 11 Feb 2017
+ 8 other dates
10:00-16:00
Wolfshead Bowmen - Medieval Archery
The Wolfshead Bowmen come to Corfe Castle and bring the past to life. A medieval encampment, demonstrations of combat, skilled archery displays, talks on the longbow and have-a-go sessions.
Sat 08 Apr 2017
+ 5 other dates
10:00-17:00
Pike and Shot - Medieval Archery
Back by popular demand Pike and Shot will be taking part in the The Grand Muster with a new story to tell for 2017.
Fri 14 Apr 2017
+ 9 other dates
10:00-17:00
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt
Cadbury Easter egg hunt at Corfe Castle, fun for the whole family.
Fri 14 Apr 2017
+ 2 other dates
10:30-16:30
Feudals - Medieval Archery
Medieval living history and archery displays portraying life in Britain from the Feudal period of 1135 to 1216, spanning the reigns of four kings - Stephen, Henry II, Richard I and John.
Sat 06 May 2017
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:00