Corfe Castle, Medieval castle and museum in Dorset, England
The castle ruins stand on a limestone hill between Wareham and Swanage, featuring stone walls, towers, and defense structures from different periods.
The fortress, constructed by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, served as a strategic control point over the natural gap in the Purbeck Hills.
Lady Mary Bankes led the castle defense during two sieges in the English Civil War, becoming a symbol of female leadership in British military history.
The National Trust manages the site, offering guided tours, educational programs, and special events throughout the year for visitors of all ages.
The castle features one of England's earliest stone-built structures from the Norman period, when most fortifications used earth and timber construction.
Location: Dorset
Address: The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham BH20 5EZ BH20 5EZ
Phone: 01929481294
Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/corfe-castle
GPS coordinates: 50.63986,-2.05867
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:59
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