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 and take a whistle-stop trip through time on a tour that will take you through nearly a thousand years of history. Joining our experienced storyteller, you will be immersed in key events in the castle's history. Discover if you could have survived sieges, danced like a Elizabethan or battled the German invaders in this fast paced, humorous adventure.
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
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Guided tour and Kings’ view experience
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