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Corporal of the Castle - Storytelling Tours

To mark the 80th anniversary of VE day, join the Corporal of the Castle for a interactive storytelling tour. Suitable for children and those young at heart!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Step back in time and experience Corfe Castle like never before!

Sign up to serve your country as our storyteller takes you on a light hearted, World War II themed tour. Not only will you discover how Corfe Castle played it's last defensive role, but also about secret agents , cunning weapons, battles for the sky and much more in the wider landscape of Purbeck.

Don't think that this will be an easy ride as your military skills will be put to the test completing your military training along the way.

Tours begin at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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 event will start in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle.

What to bring and wear

Clothing suitable for exploring a ruined castle.

Accessibility

This storytelling tour involves steep slopes and steps. Please contact corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk or 01929 481294

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