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The Conqueror's Castle family quest

Can you help a King build a castle on our new family quest?

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Travel back to 1086 on 'The Conqueror's Castle' family quest, help William the Conqueror discover how a team of builders go about building a castle. Hunt the castle ruins for the quest boards, note down your answers as you go to earn your prize.

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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

Footwear and clothing appropriate for exploring a ruined castle.

Accessibility

This event will take you up steep slopes and steps. For an alternative version of quest please email corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

Upcoming events

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Kings' view experience 

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty.

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on
22 Feb to 27 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
+ 20 other dates or times
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February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle 

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on
22 Feb to 23 Feb 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Guided tour and Kings’ view experience 

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.

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on
24 Feb to 18 Jul 2025
at
10:30 to 12:00
+ 222 other dates or times
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Story Tots 

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on
26 Feb to 2 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 11:30
+ 5 other dates or times