Winter Solstice at Corfe Castle
Experience the rare opportunity of watching the sun rise over East Hill on the shortest day of the year from the castle ruins.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Corfe Castle will be opening its gates from 7am to experience the rare opportunity of watching the sun rise over East Hill on the shortest day of the year from the castle ruins.
Explore the ruins and keep cosy around a fire pit roasting marshmallows in the Outer Bailey. Enjoy a hot drink or pastry.
Castle gates open at 7am in time for you to walk up and find the perfect spot to watch the sunrise. Bring a camping chair for added comfort.
Standard admission applies, National Trust members free.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Dress warmly and appropriately for weather conditions. Wear sturdy footwear. Bring a camping chair for added comfort. You may need to bring a torch for the walk up.
- Meeting point
Castle entrance
- Suitability for children
No unaccompanied children
- Other
Please be aware that there are steps, steep slopes, and uneven paths in the castle. There is wheelchair access to the Outer Bailey only.
Upcoming events
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.
Folklore and Fairies Family Quest
Can you solve each clue and earn your mark of magic at the end?
Heritage Fridays
Discover what it was like to live in a medieval castle with our handling collection and meet our stonemason volunteers on Fridays throughout the year.
October Half Term
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