On your visit Delve deeper into 1,000 years of history There are information points around the and a timeline on the approach to the castle entrance. As you explore the Outer Bailey you will find the trebuchet inspired by the one King John brought here in the thirteenth-century as well as the tradesman’s workshops, built using traditional methods by castle volunteers.

Conservation Fun for children In order to conserve the castle for the future, conservation work could be taking Pick up an activity sheet and find the place during your visit and access to shields in the ruins to complete your certain areas may be restricted. Please castle quest. come and talk to a member of the team if

Use wooden blocks to build a you would like to find out more. home in the fabric of the ruins. the of fabric the in home

Norman, early English or Tudor War. Civil English the in destroyed to life and spot the wildlife that has set up up set has that wildlife the spot and life to

arch like the ones was it until might military medieval of feat count the arrow loops. Feel the past come come past the Feel loops. arrow the count

you will see as awe-inspiring an as persisted and I Eliabeth architecture. Spot the ‘murder holes’ and and holes’ ‘murder the Spot architecture.

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As the castle’s role has changed, so its its so changed, has role castle’s the As events throughout the year, see our Purbeck the of part been has Castle website for details.

We hope you have enjoyed your day with us. Tell us what you think by visiting us online at Tea-room www.NTsurvey.org.uk Indulge in a homemade cream tea Get in touch…. in our eigtheenth-century tea-room, with a delicious new special scone changing every q month. Enjoy the summer garden in full The Square Welcome to Shop bloom with unrivalled castle views, or the Corfe Castle Browse a range of National Trust glowing open log fire in winter. BH20 5EZ Corfe products inspired by our beautiful K 01929 481294 places and buy gifts for every Castle day. There are locally produced [email protected] items, supporting local artists and 7 producers from Dorset. See our …and stay in touch children’s collection that reflects outdoor adventures, fascinating www.facebook.com/NTCorfeCastle heritage and wildlife. corfecastle_nt

The Corfe Castle audio trail For alternative formats, including large Discover the Corfe Castle story through the immersive three-point audio trail. print, please call 01929 481294 or email The story and subject will change with our seasonal and annual themes. Ask a [email protected] member of the team about the audio trail or visit nationaltrust.org.uk/corfe- castle for more information. © National Trust 2018 National Trust is an independent registered charity, number 205846. Images: ©National Trust Images/John Millar/David Levenson/Robert Jordan/Martin Franks/Tamlyn Ho Explore one of the most iconic Design by Pure Glow Media - www.pureglowmedia.com Please recycle this leaflet after use. ruined in For your safety and enjoyment Car park There is wheelchair access to the Outer Bailey Y only. U Coach parking Please read the safety signs and be aware that there are some steep slopes and drops in the to Norden E Wildlife Walk castle. Welcome Centre The uneven paths, steps and grassy slopes can i also become slippery when wet. National Trust Tea-room WC Y r Please children under close supervision. iGLw U WC Toilets Dogs are welcome in the castle on a short lead. GLw to Wareham s National Trust Shop E 20 21

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