Early May Bank Holiday Weekend
Experience a weekend of family fun packed with engaging activities.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Celebrate the Early May Bank Holiday weekend at Corfe Castle with a variety of activities to keep all the family entertained and amused. Try your hand at games such as fun archery, dress as a medieval knight or princess, and explore the ruins to discover 900 years of the castle's fascinating history.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Meeting point
This event will take place in the Outer Bailey of the castle
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothing and footwear suitable for exploring a ruined castle.
- Accessibility
The main activities will take place in the Outer Bailey where there is step free access.
Upcoming events
Easter adventures at Corfe Castle
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Corfe Castle over the Easter holiday period.
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.
The New Famous Five and the Forgotten Treasure
Get ready for a fun adventure at Corfe Castle based on The New Famous Five by Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton. Our interactive quest invites families to explore the castle like true detectives.
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.