
Corfe Castle is an iconic location in the Isle of Purbeck. The Castle of Corfe Castle is one of the most recognisable images of Purbeck and now draws visitors from around the world to admire the historic ruins. The village at the foot of Corfe Castle has its own appeal and many flock to enjoy the rows of thatched cottages and old stone houses.
The heart of the village has a beautiful church, a traditional bakery, a continence grocery shop and a traditional sweat shop, as well as post office and several public houses.
A number of holiday cottages are available for self catering holidays in Corfe Castle. Here are a few to choose from.
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Penny Cottage |
Afflington Manor Cottage |
Plum Tree Cottage |
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Thatched cottage at the heart of Corfe Castle and a 1min walk from the entrance of the Castle and Corfe central square. |
Beautiful, newly renovated cottage in the ground of a rural manor house. Rural views across the Isle of Purbeck |
Traditional stone built cottage in Corfe Castle. Short walk from the village centre and views of Corfe Castle from the garden. |
Corfe Castle has a railway station which is part of Swanage Steam Railway. The trains carry passengers in a nostalgic atmosphere to Swanage where one can enjoy the sandy beach.
Studland with its nature reserve and golden sandy beach is only a 10minute drive from Corfe Castle. Here one can enjoy walks in the nature reserve before sunbathing or swimming in the sea.
You can find out more about what is happening in Purbeck at www.thepurbecks.co.uk or find more more accommodation in Purbeck at www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck
Penny Cottage - Island Cottage Holidays