The Great Medieval Feast Quest
Join us on a family quest to discover the food, traditions and festive customs that filled medieval castles with Christmas cheer. Keep your eyes peeled for some familiar furry friends hiding along the way!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Discover how Christmas was celebrated in medieval times at Corfe Castle. Follow our family-friendly quest through the castle and uncover six festive clues inspired by the food, feasting and traditions enjoyed hundreds of years ago. Learn about grand banquets, precious spices and medieval entertainment as you explore.
Along the way, keep an eye out for Monty and Mathilda Mouse, who seem to have wandered into the castle's Christmas preparations once again! Can you spot them as you go?
Complete the quest and collect a siege coin at the end.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
A portion of the quest is located in the Outer Bailey which has step free access.
- Meeting point
Collect your quest sheet in the Outer Bailey on arrival.
- Suitability for children
This is a family friendly event
- What to bring and wear
Clothing suitable for exploring a ruined castle
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.
Folklore and Fairies Family Quest
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Heritage Fridays
Discover what it was like to live in a medieval castle with our handling collection and meet our stonemason volunteers on Fridays throughout the year.
October Half Term
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