What's on at Corfe Castle
History walk and talk tours
Pam White, Corfe Castle historian revisits the castles rich history on walk and talk tours.
Sat 08 Feb 2020
+ 1 other date
10:00-15:30
February half term
Join us this February half term as we begin to celebrate 125 years of the National Trust through 1000 years of History. Bring your teddy bear to become a brave Knight who escapes the wrath of King John.
Sat 15 Feb 2020
+ 8 other dates
10:00-17:00
Keeper of the Castle
Meet the 'Keeper of the Castle' who will take you on a journey of discovery through 1000 years.
Sat 29 Feb 2020
+ 7 other dates
10:00-17:00
50 things to do before you're 11 ¾- Wild weekend - no.16 wear a wild crown
Come along and join in to make a wild crown and complete no. 16 on your 50 things to do before your 11 3/4 check list.
Sat 07 Mar 2020
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:30
Corfe Castle Artisan's weekend
Come along and join in with Corfe Castle artisan volunteers who will be demonstrating medieval techniques in stone masonry, carpentry and crafts including wattle and daub and cow horn.
Sat 07 Mar 2020
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:30
Walk and talk bat ecology
Learn about bats and their ecology from Purbecks Bat ecologist Michelle Brown, followed by the rare chance to access the castle grounds at dusk in pursuit of these fascinating night-time aerobatic artists. Bookable event; Adults only
Thu 19 Mar 2020
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18:00-19:00
Family Friendly Bat Adventures
As the sun goes down, join Tom to go adventuring around the castle ruins looking for bats and other night time creatures that make the castle and its surrounding landscape home.
Fri 03 Apr 2020
+ 2 other dates
17:30-19:30
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt at Corfe Castle, fun for the whole family.
Sat 04 Apr 2020
+ 15 other dates
10:00-18:00
Wolfshead Bowmen - Medieval Archery at Easter
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 archery sessions (£2 per 5 arrows).
Thu 09 Apr 2020
+ 4 other dates
10:00-18:00
Saxon and Viking Survival
Come along and join our Saxon storyteller for tales of treachery and bravery.
Sat 25 Apr 2020
+ 3 other dates
10:00-17:30
50 things to do before you're 11 ¾ -Wild weekend -no. 31 make friends with a bug
Come along and join in to make friends with a bug and complete no. 31 on your 50 things to do before your 11 3/4 check list.
Sat 25 Apr 2020
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10:00-17:30
Early Rise Yoga
Enjoy morning yoga, a relaxing way to start the day. Learn and practise yoga postures and breathing techniques to help lower stress levels and encourage calmness and mindfulness.
Sun 26 Apr 2020
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08:30-09:30
Saxon & Viking Falconry
Immerse yourself in the origins of falconry and discover why Vikings were buried with their Hawks.
Sat 02 May 2020
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10:00-17:30
Saxons & Vikings: The Siege of Wareham
This May bank holiday, witness the sound and fury of Saxon and Viking warriors in pitched battle as they recreate the siege of Wareham.
Fri 08 May 2020
+ 2 other dates
10:00-17:00
Norman Knight School
Travel back in time at Corfe castle and learn some of the skills you'd need to become a noble knight.
Sat 23 May 2020
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10:00-17:30
Corfe Castle village May Fair
Enjoy wondering around a selection of different stalls organized by Corfe Castle village this May bank holiday.
Mon 25 May 2020
10:00-17:30
Historia Normannis
The walls of the castle will echo to the sound of swords and shields as Historia Normannis bring the history of 900 years ago to life.
Tue 26 May 2020
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10:00-17:30
Norman time traveller's kitchen
Time traveller's Kitchen will be showcasing recipes from the Norman period, and incorporating the tastes of the Holy Land and the Crusades.
Sat 13 Jun 2020
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:30
Norman Falconry
Step into the world of Norman falconry at Corfe Castle.
Sat 20 Jun 2020
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:30
Medieval falconry
Explore an exciting period when falconry developed into a stylish, sophisticated and noble sport, with flight displays and educational talks.
Sat 27 Jun 2020
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:30
Medieval Barber Surgeon
Delve into the murky world of medieval medicine with a travelling apothecary.
Sat 04 Jul 2020
+ 1 other date
10:00-17:30
Festival of Archaeology at Corfe Castle
Join Corfe Castle as we take part in The National Festival of Archaeology 2020.
Sat 11 Jul 2020
+ 8 other dates
10:00-17:00
Tudor Village
Step into the Elizabethan age when Sir Christopher Hatton owned Corfe Castle and learn the skills and secrets of this period.
Tue 21 Jul 2020
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10:00-17:30
English Civil War Village
Visit a castle under siege and discover how the valiant royalists defended Corfe Castle during its last days.
Thu 13 Aug 2020
+ 16 other dates
10:00-17:30
Civil War Falconry
Learn how the noble class and the great practitioners of falconry were affected by the war and when the glory days of falconry became less popular.
Sat 05 Sep 2020
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10:00-17:30
Second World War: Home Guard
Purbeck was on the front line in the Second World War when ordinary people joined up to face the threat of invasion. Dare you train to be a member of the Home Guard?
Sat 12 Sep 2020
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10:00-17:30
50 things to do before you're 11 ¾- Wild weekend no. 36
Come along and make a home for wild life and tick of no.36 on your 50 things wall chart or booklet.
Sat 26 Sep 2020
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10:00-17:30
50 things to do before you're 11 ¾- Wild weekend - no. 48 keep a nature diary
Come along and join in to make a nature diary at Corfe Castle.
Sat 24 Oct 2020
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10:00-15:00
October half-term
Autumnal fun for the whole family is on offer throughout this half-term. Take part in art and craft and the Home Guard-themed Corfe Castle Quest. Tick off one of your 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾, make and keep a nature diary.
Sat 24 Oct 2020
+ 8 other dates
10:00-16:30
Guided Walk: Deer at dawn
Meet before dawn, and go on an expedition into the Purbeck Heaths to find the wonderful sika deer browsing in the autumn mist.
Sat 31 Oct 2020
07:00-09:00