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Guided Walk - West Hill and Corfe Common

Join our friendly guide on a walk up West Hill with its stunning views of Corfe Castle and the Isle of Purbeck. The route then passes through The Rings and Corfe Common.

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Join our friendly guide on a guided walk exploring West Hill, part of the Purbeck Ridgeway. Discover The Rings, a 12th century siege castle close to Corfe Castle, and Bronze Age barrows on Corfe Common. Enjoy magnificent views of the castle and the Purbeck Hills.

This walk will be around 3 miles in length taking approximately 2.5 hours.

Please note there will be some moderately steep slopes and it may be muddy underfoot.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £5.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 03442491895

Meeting point

Please meet at National Trust Corfe Castle Ticket Office in the village square (BH20 5EZ)

What to bring and wear

Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather conditions. It may be muddy underfoot. A bottle of water is also advisable

Accessibility

Please note there will be some moderately steep slopes and it may be muddy underfoot

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