Corfe Castle Village Travel Guide

Wareham

Corfe Castle is a fortification standing above the village of the same name in the English county of Dorset. Built by William the Conqueror, the castle dates back to the 11th century and commands a gap in the Purbeck Hills on the route between Wareham and Swanage.
Corfe Castle is a fortification standing above the village of the same name in the English county of Dorset. Built by William the Conqueror, the castle dates back to the 11th century and commands a gap in the Purbeck Hills on the route between Wareham and Swanage.
Corfe Castle, Dorset Possibly the best viewpoint to show the battlements, as well as the keep, on this outcrop overlooking the gap in the Purbeck Hills. Corfe Castle is now owned by the National Trust. Photograph taken from in front of the one tree in the field, about 10 feet inside this grid square! http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-corfecastle/w-corfecastle-brief_history.htm
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Corfe Castle, Dorset, England
Photo by Robert Linsdell (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Corfe Castle, Dorset, England
Photo by Robert Linsdell (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)

Popular places to visit

Corfe Castle which includes heritage elements, building ruins and tranquil scenes

Corfe Castle

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Corfe Castle
Durdle Door showing a bay or harbour, rugged coastline and a sunset

Durdle Door

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Durdle Door
Peaceful Sunrise at Lulworth Cove

Lulworth Cove

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lulworth Cove during your travels in Wareham. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Lulworth Cove
The lovely chimpanzees called Freddy taking it easy.

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Monkey World Ape Rescue Center during your trip to East Stoke. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in the area.

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
#EndlessSummer , tank museum is a great place to spend a day looking at all the vehicle's . you even get to see the stars of the film "Fury"

The Tank Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Tank Museum during your trip to Bovington. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its cosy cafes.

The Tank Museum
One of the most beautiful spots along the Jurassic Coast.

Durdle Door Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Durdle Door Beach during your trip to Wareham? Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Durdle Door Beach

Things to do

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

฿1,652
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

฿508
per adult
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton

฿27,963
per traveller
Jurassic Coast Private Tour from Southampton
Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour

Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour

฿49,485
per adult
Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door in Executive Vehicle Private Tour
Pauls Walking Tour - Sat & Sundays at 10:00am - or Group book on 07851934735

Pauls Walking Tour - Sundays at 10:00am - or Group

฿424
per adult
Pauls Walking Tour - Sundays at 10:00am - or Group
Half-Day Guided E-Bike Tour Portland with Brunch

Half-Day Guided E-Bike Tour Portland with Brunch

฿5,465
per adult
Half-Day Guided E-Bike Tour Portland with Brunch
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Top hotels in Corfe Castle Village

Laguna Hotel

Laguna Hotel

3 out of 5
6 Suffolk Road South Bournemouth England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,374 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
฿1,374
฿1,649 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Great as always

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Laguna Hotel
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
7 Durley Chine Road Bournemouth England
The price is ฿1,821 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿1,821
฿2,185 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Nice room Good amenities Quiet - couldn’t hear and noise or much road noise

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
105 St. Michael's Road Bournemouth England
The price is ฿2,580 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿2,580
฿3,096 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (491 reviews)
Reception staff exceptional, room very spacious, great bathroom, felt very new and lovely toiletries. Would definitely go back.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Bournemouth

Village Hotel Bournemouth

3.5 out of 5
Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road Bournemouth England
The price is ฿2,167 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,167
฿2,601 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Overall great experience checking in and staff lovely helpful. Good spa facilities. However we stayed in room 405 and there was a horrible draft coming through the window. We noticed it at around 10.30pm after we came up from the pool and it made the room cold all night. We tried putting towels around ...

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Bournemouth
Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

3 out of 5
12-18 Dorchester Road Weymouth England
The price is ฿2,853 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿2,853
฿3,423 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Weymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
A very comfortable room and excellent staff. The buffet breakfast was first class apart from the scrambled egg. It was extremely sweet, probably a powder mix?

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

3.5 out of 5
Upper Terrace Road Bournemouth England
The price is ฿2,615 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿2,615
฿3,138 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bournemouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Parking excellent. Hotel room really nice with great view. Bed a little hard but ok. Shower good

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
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Corfe Castle Village Travel Guide