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Corfe Castle Village May Fair

Visit the castle and enjoy a traditional May Fair celebration organised by Corfe Castle Village.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Corfe Castle will be hosting its annual village fete, organised by the village for the village. It will be a fun packed day out for all. There will be games, crafts, a raffle and face painting.

Taking center stage will be the arena, with events running all day.

Whilst participating stalls accept cash and card, we recommend taking cash as signal can often be unreliable in the castle ruins.

The Village May Fair is organised for the village by the village. To support our local community, free entry to the castle will be available on the day to residents of BH19 and BH20 postcodes. Proof of residence will be required on arrival.

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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 event

Meeting point

This event takes place in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle

What to bring and wear

Clothing and footwear suitable for exploring a ruined castle.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle which has step free access.

Other

Cash and card payment welcome at participating vendor stalls. This event is free, but normal admission applies. To support our local community, free entry to the castle will be available on the day to residents of BH19 and BH20 postcodes. Proof of residence will be required on arrival. National Trust members free.

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