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Outdoor Theatre: The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny

Quantum Theatre returns to Corfe Castle this summer with an enchanting new adaptation of Beatrix Potter's The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny.

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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 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. Grab the kids, a blanket and a picnic and join Peter and Benjamin on their hair-raising adventures, a wonderful evening for all the family.

Running time: approximately 90 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.Recommended for ages 5 and over, though younger children are also welcome. Bring your own blankets, cushions and camping chairs, and come prepared for the weather. The performance will continue come rain or shine. Gates open at 6pm. The performance begins at 7pm.

Ticket prices: Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £50 Family (1 adult and up to 3 children): £30 Adult: £20 Child (ages 5 to 17): £10 Under 5s: free

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £20.00
Child £10.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Family (1 A + 3 C)£30.00
Family (2 A + 3 C)£50.00

The basics

Booking number

Call 03442491895

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

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.

Suitability for children

This is a family friendly event.

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.

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.

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