Outdoor Theatre – The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny
Quantum Theatre are back with an enchanting new adaptation of two of Beatrix Potter’s best-loved Tales, The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny.
- Booking essential
Peter and his naughty cousin Benjamin know very well that they are not to go into Mr McGregor’s garden, but they cannot resist and soon they find themselves in all sorts of scrapes, caught In a net, trapped by a snarling cat and face to face with Mr McGregor himself!
How will they ever escape? Can Old Mr Bunny come to the rescue in time? And whatever will Mr McGregor make of all those footprints in the flower beds?
Michael Whitmore’s charming adaptation will have you spellbound so why not grab the kids, a blanket and a picnic and join Peter and Benjamin on their hair-raising adventures - a magical evening of fun for all the family.
Running time: 90-minutes (approx.), including a 20-minute interval.
Recommended for ages 5+ (younger children also welcome).
Bring your own blankets, cushions, and camping-chairs, come prepared for the weather - the performance will continue come rain come shine!
Gates open at 6pm, the performance will start at 7pm
Ticket Prices: Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) - £50 Family (1 adult & up to 3 children) - £30 Adult - £20 Child (5-17) - £10 Under 5 – Free
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £20.00 |
| Child | £10.00 |
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Family (1 A + 3 C) | £30.00 |
| Family (2 A + 3 C) | £50.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 03442491895
- Suitability
This is a family friendly event.
- Meeting point
This event will take place in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle. Ticket will be checked at the main castle gates. Gates open at 6pm, performance begins at 7pm.
- What to bring and wear
Bring your own blankets, cushions, and camping-chairs and bring lots of layers as the summer evenings can become chilly.
- Accessibility
This event takes place in the Outer Bailey with step free access. For any further accessibility information please email corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01929 481294
- Other
Gates open 6pm, performance begins at 7pm. Please allow 10-15 minutes to walk from our car park to the castle entrance. Performance will go ahead come rain or shine, it will only be cancelled if it is unsafe to go ahead. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
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.
Early May Bank Holiday Weekend
Live music, maypole dancing, LEGO® castle building, blacksmithing workshops, medieval dress-up. A packed bank holiday weekend for all the family.
Blacksmithing Workshops - Medieval Keymaking
Would you like to have a go at forging your very own medieval key?
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.