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Description |
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Corfe Castle was originally
built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century. Positioned
strategically in the gap between the Purbeck hills; it defended
Dorset against attack from the sea.
During the early 13th century it became a comfortable royal residence
and one of King John’s favourite castles.
In the 17th century and no longer a royal castle it was in the
ownership of Lady Mary Bankes. In an act of betrayal by a member
of her garrison, the castle was captured and deliberately demolished,
resulting in the dramatic ruin seen today.
Much of the missing stone was used to build the
houses of Corfe Castle Village.
Excellent walks in the surrounding countryside. |
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Open |
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All year 2010 (except
for the Christmas period)
Daily
01-Jan - 28-Feb, 10 - 4
01-Mar - 31-Mar, 10 - 5
01-Apr - 30-Sep, 10 - 6
01-Oct - 31-Oct, 10 - 5
01-Nov - 31-Dec, 10 - 4 |
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Prices |
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Contact |
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The Square, Corfe
Castle, Wareham, Dorset BH20 5EZ
Tel:01929 481294 Email Website |
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Directions |
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Wilts & Dorset
142/3 from Wareham railway station
On the A351 Wareham–Swanage road
Streetmap |
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Parking |
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Refreshments |
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| Tea-room garden
accessible via side gate. |
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Accessibility |
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| Wheelchair, partly
accessible, steep slopes, some steps and uneven paths. |
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More
info |
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 Shop
Dogs
(must be kept on a lead)
Extensive conservation work in progress,
access may be restricted to certain areas of the castle. Wcs
at castle entrance and in NT car park |
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Events
2009 |
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CorFest 09 (12,
13 & 14 June
10am - 5.15pm)
The village is holding its second CorFest with events and music
throughout the village at different venues. Parade on the Sunday
and extra events in the castle grounds. More details to follow.
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