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Outdoor Theatre - The Merry Wives of Windsor

Join Illyria as they return to Corfe Castle this summer with their adaptation of William Shakespeare's classic The Merry Wives of Windsor.

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Falstaff is skint. He attempts to seduce two merchants’ wives hoping to relieve them of money. But when Mistress Page and Mistress Ford receive identical love letters, they vow to teach him a lesson he’ll never forget! Sensational international-award-winning Illyria guarantee a night of laughter and hijinks under the stars.

Running time: 140-minutes (approximately), including a 20-minute interval.

Suitable for all ages.

Bring your own blankets, cushions, and camping-chairs, come prepared for the weather - the performance will continue come rain come shine!

Performance will begin at 7pm Gates open at 6pm

Ticket Prices: Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) - £50 Family (1 adult & up to 3 children) - £30 Adult - £20 Child (5-17) - £10 Under 5 - Free

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £20.00
Child £10.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Family (1A+3C)£30.00
Family (2A+3C)£50.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 03442491895

Suitability

This is a family friendly event

Meeting point

This event will take place in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle. Ticket will be checked at the main castle gates. Gates open at 6pm, performance begins at 7pm.

What to bring and wear

Bring your own blankets, cushions, and camping-chairs and bring lots of layers as the summer evenings can become chilly.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Outer Bailey with step free access. For any further accessibility information please email corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01929 481294

Other

Gates open 6pm, performance begins at 7pm. Performance will go ahead come rain or shine, it will only be cancelled if it is unsafe to go ahead.

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