National Trust Corfe Castle

National Trust Corfe Castle A thousand-year-old royal castle shaped by warfare, located in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck. Spot the ‘murder holes’ and count the arrow loops.
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A perfect day out for family fun, or somewhere to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of its history.
Explore one of Britain’s most iconic survivors of the English Civil War, partially demolished in 1646 by the Parliamentarians. A favourite haunt for adults and children alike, you can’t fail to be captivated by these romantic castle ruins with breathtaking views across Purbeck. D

iscover 1000 years of the castle’s history as a royal palace and fortress. With fallen walls and secret places, there are tales of treachery and treason around every corner. Feel history come to life and see the wildlife that has set up home here. See both traditional and modern conservation techniques come together ensuring the castle lives on for future generations. Our Facebook house rules

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The keep at Corfe Castle in the morning sunshine 🏰
05/09/2026

The keep at Corfe Castle in the morning sunshine 🏰

This weekend (Sat 5 & Sun 6 September) adults and kids can train like a medieval knight with Get Medieval's thrilling Co...
31/08/2026

This weekend (Sat 5 & Sun 6 September) adults and kids can train like a medieval knight with Get Medieval's thrilling Combat Trials.

Learn sword-fighting skills and take part in exciting duels and epic team battles.

Get Medieval Knight School and Combat Displays | Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September | 10am - 4.30pm | Free Activity | Usual admission applies | Free entry for National Trust members |

More details here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/corfe-castle/events/a7208627-a26b-4a85-8f5d-af9c9b692581

We think this young visitor's watercolour painting of Corfe Castle is brilliant. Painted 'en plein air' during a visit t...
29/08/2026

We think this young visitor's watercolour painting of Corfe Castle is brilliant. Painted 'en plein air' during a visit to the castle🏰🤩

27/08/2026

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra performing Vaughan William's 'The Lark Ascending' at Corfe Castle earlier this summer.

It was a beautiful evening and wonderful for the castle to be filled with music 🏰🎵😍

26/08/2026

Introducing John Sorapure, second unit director and cinematographer for the Paddington movies.

🧸Paddington 2 screens this Friday (28 August) @ Corfe Castle.

✨It's part of Purbeck Film Festival's Cinema Under the Stars season.. and it's going to be a magical evening.

Did we mention the castle will be lit up marmalade orange...? 🍊🏰

Plus, hop aboard the Swanage Railway sunset shuttle with a special later return service after the films.

Paddington 2 info and tickets here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/corfe-castle/events/a8e849ae-0e47-4e60-a1b4-f5b21085f77b

Swanage Railway tickets here: https://www.swanagerailway.co.uk/events/view/sunset-shuttle

Paddington 2 | Friday 28 August | Gates open 7.30pm | Film programme 8.30 pm - 11pm | Bring your own chairs/blankets and marmalade sandwiches | Refreshments available |

We love this photo of Corfe Castle 🏰☀️Visit us this summer: 🎯Have a go at fun archery and other outdoor games for all th...
24/08/2026

We love this photo of Corfe Castle 🏰☀️

Visit us this summer:
🎯Have a go at fun archery and other outdoor games for all the family
🔎Look for clues on our Famous Five family trail
🏰Explore the 900 year old castle ruins

Have you heard about our summer special offer?

Visit Corfe Castle after 2.30pm to receive twenty percent off usual entry price until 31 August 2026.

Corfe Castle summer special offer | 20 % off usual entry price after 2.30pm | Until 31 August 2026 | Free entry for National Trust members | Opening times 10am - 5.30pm |

More details here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/corfe-castle/events/dce69d6d-8a4c-44ec-a51a-8d15e97f443e

Photo credit: Photos by Cenk

22/08/2026

Corfe Castle in the morning sunshine 🏰😀☀️

Hebridean sheep in the castle today for Meet the Grazier event. This lovely ram is enjoying the shade of the medieval Ho...
21/08/2026

Hebridean sheep in the castle today for Meet the Grazier event. This lovely ram is enjoying the shade of the medieval Horseshoe Tower 🏰 🐏

We love this photo of Corfe Castle, Dorset 🏰😃Photo credit: National Trust
19/08/2026

We love this photo of Corfe Castle, Dorset 🏰😃

Photo credit: National Trust

Corfe Castle this Friday (21 August): meet local grazier Emily Smith and find out about her Hebridean sheep, who graze t...
18/08/2026

Corfe Castle this Friday (21 August): meet local grazier Emily Smith and find out about her Hebridean sheep, who graze the castle mound in the summer months.

Hebrideans are very hardy sheep and love to browse. This makes them the perfect sheep for managing vegetation on the slopes at Corfe Castle, keeping it in tip top condition for the rare plants, butterflies and insects that call these slopes their home.

Come along and find out more about these wonderful woolly lawnmowers!

Meet the Grazier | Friday 21 August | 11am - 2.30pm | Free event | Usual admission applies | Free entry for National Trust members |

Photo Credit: Sam Nourse

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