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Summer of Play at Corfe Castle

Hop into a summer of fun at Corfe Castle and discover a variety of games and activities throughout the ruins.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Explore play zones at Corfe Castle to get your legs and minds racing. See if you can hit the bullseye in the archery zone, or use the mini slingshots to fire beanbags onto the target boards. Visit the obstacle zone for stepping stones and balance beams, or if you’re after something a bit calmer, visit our garden games area to get your thinking caps on.

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.

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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

Suitability

This is a family friendly activity

Meeting point

These activities will be all around the castle, with a majority in the Outer Bailey.

What to bring and wear

Footwear and clothing appropriate for exploring a ruined castle.

Accessibility

The majority of the games take place in the Outer Bailey where there is step-free access. For more accessibility information please email corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk where one of the team will be able to help.

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