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Kings' View Platform Tours

Travel through time with a guided journey through Corfe Castle, ending with an exclusive ascent to the new Kings’ View platform. A breath taking view not experienced since the castle’s destruction in 1646.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Discover the rich history of Corfe Castle on a guided tour that reveals its secrets, stories, and hidden details. As you explore the ancient ruin, uncover how the castle evolved from a royal stronghold to a luxurious home.

Your experience culminates with exclusive access to the Kings’ View platform, an extraordinary new feature set high in the Keep's south annex.

Designed to support our ongoing extensive conservation project, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity offers unparalleled views from the top of the Keep. Views that has been locked away for over 350 years.

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Prices

Event prices

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Per person£15.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult

Meeting point

The event will start in the Outer Bailey but you'll need to pick up your tour pass from the Ticket Office beforehand. The Ticket Office is located near the entrance to the castle.

What to bring and wear

Footwear and clothing appropriate for exploring a ruined castle. No open toe footwear allowed.

Accessibility

The viewing platform is located on the top of the castle via 8 short flights of steps. This event will take you up steep slopes, steps and stairs, please see our access statement for full details.

Other

Please allow yourself plenty of time to make your way to the castle and ensure you have received your tour pass from the Ticket Office. The tour will start promptly at the designated time, we will not be able to wait if you are running late, sorry. No items larger than a mobile phone or camera are permitted on the viewing platform. A secure lockable unit will be provided to store bags and personal belongings. Standard entry fees apply.

Upcoming events

Event

Artisan Crafts 

Watch demonstrations of heritage crafts from our friendly artisan volunteers.

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on
29 Nov to 13 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 12:30
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Monty and Matilda's Castle Christmas - family quest 

Explore the castle this festive season, following the family quest as it winds up through the ruins.

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on
7 Dec 2024 to 12 Jan 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
+ 33 other dates or times
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Story Tots 

Come along and join the fun - stories and Christmas crafts

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on
11 Dec 2024
at
09:30 to 11:00
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Winter Lights 

Experience the magic of exploring Corfe Castle at night under the stars

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on
13 Dec to 14 Dec 2024
at
16:00 to 19:15
+ 1 other date or time