Corfe Castle Ruins
14 May 2019
High on a windswept hill, this atmospheric castle is a dark and brooding place indeed.
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14 May 2019
High on a windswept hill, this atmospheric castle is a dark and brooding place indeed.
18 March 2013
Get all Brief Encounter' with a steam train trip on the Swanage Railway.
6 March 2009
Ten acres of beautifully managed gardens including Italian, Roman, water and Japanese areas. Built in the 1920s by a margarine entrepeneur to reflect his worldwide travels and interest in horticulture, Compton Acres is a fine example of an historic garden in the late Victorian Mixed Style design.
A collection of workshops, set in an old milk factory next to Corfe Castle railway station, sees talented artists, potters and sculptors in action. You can wander around and meet the artists, in particular Frances Pollard, a founding member who works with ceramics, and Tony Viner, founder of the Purbeck Film Festival.
Why not teach yourself a new skill? Burngate Stone Carving Centre is located in beautiful surroundings and offers expert tuition for adults and children.
A husband and wife team of ethical artisan chocolatiers. Cocoa Central is the shop along with chocolate test kitchen and workshop space.
A little glimpse into the past. Corfe Castle resurrected to its former glory before Cromwell and his troops stormed it in 1646. The model castle and village are set in an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens; ideal for a few hours' mooching.
There is something for everyone here at this 280 acre countryside nature reserve and castle. Keep an eye on their events calendar because there's lots to do all year round.
An abandoned cliffside quarry now a favourite haunt of climbers who come for the 'Ammonitmare', 'Mindless Optimism' and 'Bad Day'. Take in Dancing Ledge at the same time and get to it via Tom's Field in the village.
Take a tour of the scenic Jurassic Coast area by minibus. Tours pick up from all over the area and visit places such as Old Harry Rocks, Durlston Country Park, Tilly Whim Caves and Corfe Castle. Enjoy the freedom of Discover Dorset for yourself.