Rooted in the ruins family quest
Discover the plants that call Corfe Castle home with this new family quest.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Corfe Castle is not only a historic ruin but also a haven for wildlife and wildflowers. On this family quest discover the positive and negative impacts these plants can have on a 1000 year old castle ruin.
Hunt the ruins for the quest boards around the castle, note down your answer as you go to earn your conservation coin.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
This is a family friendly event
- Meeting point
This event will begin the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle
- What to bring and wear
Footwear appropriate for exploring a ruined castle.
- Accessibility
This event will take you up steep slopes and steps. For an alternative version of quest please email corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
Upcoming events
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