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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Monty Mouse is returning to Corfe Castle this festive season along with his wife Matilda Mouse!

Monty and Matilda are hosting a Christmas party in the castle and need to find suitable gifts for all their mousey friends. Can you help them find some exciting goodies to make it a party to remember?

Hunt around the castle ruins to discover the festive cabins and see what Monty and Matilda are buying for their friends. Complete the quest to earn your festive siege coin.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

This is a family friendly event

Meeting point

This family quest will begin in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle

What to bring and wear

Clothing suitable for exploring a ruined castle.

Accessibility

Please ask a member of the team for accessible options for this quest. Please email ahead so we are best prepared to meet your needs - corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

Other

This is a free quest but standard admission applies

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