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Home and Hearth: Archaeological finds exhibition

Delve into the past and discover more about everyday life at Corfe Castle. This exhibition, hosted in Castle View Welcome Centre, showcases fascinating small finds from archaeological excavations.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

The castle was a busy hub of activity during the medieval period with houses, workshops and stables all within the castle walls. Focusing on this era, the artefacts reveal intricate details of everyday life at the castle 800 years ago. Look out for the cheater’s dice, tweezers, a bone flute, personal adornments and other intriguing everyday items.

This is your chance to see these tiny ancient objects up close, sparking your imagination about the people who once made and used them.

This exhibition is located in Castle View, our Welcome Centre.

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The basics

Meeting point

The exhibition is located in the Visitor Centre. Postcode: BH20 5DR

What to bring and wear

The exhibition is indoors at the Welcome Centre and is sheltered. If you plan to visit the castle, wear clothing appropriate for exploring outdoor castle ruins.

Accessibility

The exhibition is situated on the ground floor Welcome Centre with level access. There is a Changing Places unit and accessible toilet available at the Welcome Centre.

Upcoming events

Easter adventures at Corfe Castle 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Corfe Castle over the Easter holiday period.

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on
28 Mar to 12 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 15 other dates or times

Early May Bank Holiday Weekend 

Experience a weekend of family fun packed with engaging activities.

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on
2 May to 4 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 2 other dates or times

The New Famous Five and the Forgotten Treasure 

Get ready for a fun adventure at Corfe Castle based on The New Famous Five by Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton. Our interactive quest invites families to explore the castle like true detectives.

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on
23 May to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 96 other dates or times

May Half Term - Stories and Seedlings at Corfe Castle 

Grow, explore and time travel this May half term. Join us at Corfe Castle for a fun mix of hands‑on planting and interactive storytelling with the Keeper of the Castle, where families are welcomed as guests from the past.

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on
23 May to 31 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 8 other dates or times