Isle of Purbeck - Corfe & Castle Reverend William Joseph de Kilpeck / Kelpeck / Kalpeck / Kalpack / Kilpack / Killpack, b.c.1848 d.1939, m.Katharine / Katherine d.1914 - C o r f e C a s t l e - NB: m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n t o b e a d d e d Corfe, both as a village and a castle, is located on the A351 halfway between Wareham and Swanage, on the Isle of Purbeck, in Dorset. From the east In terms of access locally, visitors, for some part of the year, can also enjoy a steam train ride on The Swanage Railway which presently runs from the Norden Park & Ride just outside Corfe Castle to Swanage without the hassle of finding parking in Swanage itself. There is also a station at Corfe Castle.

For a map location see: MultiMap Details such as opening times, cost of admission, functions and facilities may be obtained from the National Trust Corfe Castle site The medieval castle, commanding a gap in the Purbeck Hills as demonstrated in the picture below, is now an imposing ruin and a popular tourist centre drawing on it's many years of history. To the left of the castle is what is known as West Hill, and to the right, East Hill. In front of the castle the village, and in the distance a small part of Poole Harbour is apparent. We have talked about West Hill and East Hill, with the Castle in between. The Castle surmounts a chalk hill which we call Castle Hill. Each side of Castle Hill has a stream, these streams would thousands of years ago have actually been rivers, and there would not have been West, Castle, or East Hills. Those rivers would, again over thousands of years, have carved the land out to leave us with what you see today. A similar occurrence would have formed Godlingston Gap on the outskirts of Swanage. What might be a sidestep on that, is the possibility that it may have actually been one river that got divided by harder ground above what is now Castle Hill.

There is belief that Corfe may have been a Roman defensive site, but the castle we see the ruins of today was a rebuild in the 11th century of what was a wooden building/hall/castle back into the 9th century. From the east The village and its famous castle are built mainly from the local Purbeck stone which is probably the finest limestone available for building and polishing in England, and is used throughout the world. From the west The adjacent picture centres on St.Edward's Church and the Square, with the castle up and off to the right. In the 13th century King John went to great lengths improving his accommodation and the defences. He built a fine hall and chapel together with domestic buildings. Henry III constructed additional walls, towers and gatehouses. Monarchs had come and gone until 1572 when Queen Elizabeth I sold it to Sir Christopher Hatton, her dancing master and some suppose a suitor. In 1635 the Castle was sold to Sir John Bankes, the then Lord Chief Justice, more as a holiday home rather than as a first home. From the east By 1643 the Parliamentarians occupied most of Dorset, the castle survived a six-week siege.

Sir John Bankes died in 1644 and the castle endured a number of half-baked blockades. Later in 1645 a second siege was started by Colonel Bingham, Governor of Poole, and courtesy of an insider the Roundheads took over in February 1646. The Castle was systematically destroyed by the Parliamentary forces, but the fact that some remains is surely testimony to strength of construction. From the south If you have looked at these pictures, visited the castle itself, or just heard about what went on, perhaps you might wonder what the castle actually looked like in the early 17th century. Could it have been like the picture on the right ? This is just part of the Corfe Model Village which can be found on the Square in Corfe, and well worth a visit. Corfe Castle is widely acknowledged as the inspiration for Kirren Castle in Enid Blytons Famous Five books. See Enid Blyton . For those interested in the royal line of succession encompassing the story of Corfe see Kings & Queens . Ownership remained with the Bankes Family until 1982 when it was bequeathed to the National Trust.

Details such as opening times, cost of admission, functions and facilities may be obtained from the National Trust Corfe Castle site NB: Regarding the information on this site, one must stress that it is a very small part of the history and related interest of Corfe Castle. There is to our knowledge no all encompassing history book on the subject. If anyone is in a position to provide large pieces of history they would be most welcome, particularly in the earlier years when there was a Roman presence. Any such information can be sent as part of an e-mail, but if it is a large piece of text it may be sent as an attachment in txt, doc, or similar format. A rudimentary Street Map of Corfe is available on a separate page. About The Isle of Purbeck The Isle of Purbeck is an unspoilt paradise in south east Dorset. We call it an “Isle” because it is largely surrounded by sea except where it is bounded by the River Frome. The Purbeck Hills (“The Purbecks”) run across the area with Corfe Castle in the largest gap. Entry points are the bridge over the River Frome at Wareham and the chain ferry at Sandbanks.

A particularly mild and agreeable climate makes it one of the sunniest places in the country in summer and autumn. ​ The coastline from Lulworth to Swanage is part of the Jurassic Coast , a World Heritage Site. The Dorset Coastal Path follows the coast. Throughout the area there are many excellent walks suitable for all ages and levels of fitness; or bring or hire bikes. ​ There are safe beaches at Swanage and Studland, and other less sandy seaside spots at Lulworth, Worbarrow, Kimmeridge, Chapmans Pool, and Dancing Ledge. ​ North of the Purbeck Hills clay has been mined for centuries. The Blue Pool (worth a visit) is a former clay pit. South of the hills are villages and hamlets, some mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1085; quarries for Purbeck stone and Purbeck Marble, which adorn medieval cathedrals across England and Normandy; and ancient churches. Saint Aldhem’s is thought to date from the 8th century. Saint Peter’s at Church Knowle dates from about 1230. The village had a priest at the time of the Domesday Book.

There are quarryman s churches at Langton Matravers and Worth Matravers; Saint James at Kingston, built in the 1880s, is a superb mini-cathedral; Steeple has a link with the flag and first President of the USA; and the church at Tyneham in which occasional services are held doubles as a museum. Many pubs serve excellent food, especially the New Inn at Church Knowle , the Scott Arms at Kingston, and the Ship in Langton Matravers. The Square and Compass at Worth Matravers is worth a visit, but don t go at weekends. ​ Places to visit include Durlston Country Park (Swanage), Putlake Farm (Langton Matravers), the Blue Pool (Furzebrook), the Fossil Museum (Kimmeridge), the Purbeck Sports Centre (Wareham), Monkey World (Bovington), The Tank Museum (Bovington), Sandbanks for windsurfing, Brownsea Island to see the red squirrels (boat from Sandbanks); or the deserted village of Tyneham and walk down to Worbarrow. The military range is open most weekends and throughout August.

The Castle – Corfe Castle Posted on March 24, 2013 Corfe Castle | National Trust The dramatic ruins of Corfe Castle stand on a natural hill guarding the principal route through the Purbeck Hills. As you can see it guards the gap between the south of Purbeck, where Purbeck marble was once quarried, and the rest of England. Nothing could pass in or out without going past the Castle. It may have been a defensive site even in Roman times and Corfe Castle certainly has had a colourful history. The first castle buildings would have been built of wood. In 979 King Edward was reputedly murdered by his step-mother so that her own son Ethelred the Unready could become King of England. In the latter half of the 11th Century the Castle was rebuilt in stone by William the Conqueror and for the next six hundred years was a royal fortress used by the monarchs of England and latterly their constables. By 1572 warfare had changed and Corfe Castle was sold by Queen Elizabeth I to Sir Christopher Hatton, her dancing master and favourite.

In 1635 the Castle was bought by Sir John Bankes, who was Lord Chief Justice, as an occasional private residence. As trouble brewed for Charles I, the Bankes family took up permanent residence. By 1643 most of Dorset was occupied by the Parliamentarians, and Lady Bankes and her supporters successfully withstood a six week long siege. Sir John Bankes died in 1644 and the family endured a series of half-hearted blockades by Parliamentary forces. Late in 1645 Colonel Bingham Governor of Poole started a second siege, and treachery by one of the garrison allowed a Parliamentary force into the castle in February 1646. The Roundheads allowed the family to leave the Castle and then it was systematically destroyed by Parliamentary sappers. Sir Ralph Bankes, son of Sir John, built a new home, Kingston Lacy House, to the west of Wimborne and managed to gather together many of the plundered possessions to furnish the new house.

The Castle remained in the ownership of the Bankes family until 1982 when it was bequeathed as part of the Kingston Lacy and Corfe Castle Estate to the National Trust by Mr.H J R Bankes. Corfe Castle Gallery Purbeck House - Corfe Castle Dorset @ Island Cottage Holidays - Self Catering ↓ More Guest Comments Purbeck House is a beautiful, Grade II listed, stone property, dating back to the 1700s with a large garden and views of the lovely Purbeck hills. It stands close to the centre of the picturesque village of Corfe Castle - almost at the very heart of the wonderful Isle of Purbeck with its rolling hills and sandy beaches. The village square and the majestic ruins of the castle are within an 8 minute walk. The village has a variety of good public houses, restaurants and tea shops plus an exceptional bakery, a village shop with lots of local produce, gift shops and a National Trust shop. This is a wonderful walking area and visitors can stroll directly from the house to join extensive trails leading to the coastal villages of Studland and Lulworth. Very pleasant walks also extend to the hilltop villages of Kingston and Worth Matravers.

This is a spectacular area which is part of the Jurassic coast and the nearby coastal walks offer panoramic views with a wide range of marine and bird life. Dolphins and seals can often be seen off the coast at Durlston and there are good facilities for bird watchers at Studland and also at Arne which is protected by the RSPB. The beautiful sandy beaches of Studland and Swanage are both within a 10/15 minute drive. Studland is an unspoilt area protected by the National Trust with 4 miles of beach. At Swanage you have all the traditional amusements of a small seaside resort including Punch & Judy, crazy golf, pedalos and fishing plus facilities for various boating activities and diving. A well preserved steam railway links Corfe Castle with Swanage and provides a very enjoyable way of stepping back in time. Purbeck House is a detached property which has recently been renovated to a high standard. Care has been taken to retain the traditional features on the property including ancient beams and a wonderful inglenook fireplace. The house was extended in the last century and now provides very spacious, light and airy accommodation with views from many rooms over the garden to the downs.

The house has been equipped and furnished with great sensitivity to provide very attractive accommodation for 8 people in 4 lovely bedrooms with two en-suite shower rooms, a family bathroom and separate cloakroom with WC on the ground floor. The bedrooms are all upstairs and are exceptionally charming rooms. At one end of the house there is a spacious twin room with lovely antique French beds and a beautiful double bedroom with views across the garden. This is a zip and link king size bed which can on request be made up as two 2 ft 6 in singles suitable for children. These two rooms have shared use of a family shower room with a WC and basin. At the other end of the house there are two double bedrooms both with king size beds and views across the garden. One has a large en-suite shower room with built in shower, basin and WC, and the other bedroom is adjacent to the family bathroom incorporating a bath with overhead shower, basin and WC. On the ground floor there is a splendid, large sitting room with four windows, comfortable sofas, a wide screen television with DVD player and Freeview. Visitors can relax here, in front of a beautiful inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove which provides a very pleasant central focus for the room.

Snooker table available for guests' enjoyment. WiFi internet also available without extra charge. There is a separate dining room with a large table and chairs, which comfortably seats eight, a pretty dresser and feature fireplace. French doors open from here into a large conservatory overlooking the garden with another table and chairs and comfortable seating. A further door opens from the conservatory directly into the garden. There is a spacious fitted kitchen, with windows overlooking the garden, equipped with wooden units; a range style gas hob and electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher and two under counter fridge freezers. The washing machine is housed in the adjoining utility room with a second sink and the cloakroom with WC. A second staircase leads upstairs from here. Central heating and electricity at no extra charge. A travel cot/high chair can be provided. The garden is a particularly wonderful feature of Purbeck House, as it is exceptionally large and is fully enclosed. Just to the rear of the house is a patio area which extends to a large lawn with shrubberies. It is a marvellous place for visitors to relax and for children to play games. It has a very pleasant open feel with views to the downs in the distance. Garden furniture is provided.

At the front of the house there is a parking space for one small car and double garage doors open to provide access for two additional small cars to be parked at the rear of the property. Further parking is available in the side roads nearby within a two minute walk. Bus service within a few minutes walk and steam train service to Swanage within an eight minutes walk. Nearby places to visit include the tank museum at Bovington, Monkey World, and various National Trust properties including Corfe Castle, the wonderful house of Kingston Lacey and the homes of Lawrence of Arabia and Thomas Hardy. Share Purbeck House | Purbeck House is a non smoking cottage. WiFi Internet is provided free of charge at Purbeck House. Purbeck House is available for weekly self catering holiday bookings from Saturday to Saturday. The normal arrival time at this holiday cottage is 16:00 and the normal departure time is 10:00.

Short break weekend and midweek self catering holidays are available from 7th January 2017 to 9th February 2017, 18th February 2017 to 30th March 2017 and 28th October 2017 to 21st December 2017. Purbeck House - Corfe Castle Dorset Beautiful castle ruins - Review of Corfe Castle, Corfe Castle, England - TripAdvisor Review of Corfe Castle The Square | The Square, Corfe Castle BH20 5EZ, England +44 1929 481294 Portland and Jurassic Coast Day Trip from Dorset including Lulworth Cove and... See more tours on Viator More attraction details Attraction details Owner description: Uncover the secrets of Dorset's iconic medieval castle. A favourite haunt for adults and children alike, you can't fail to be captivated by these romantic castle ruins with breathtaking views.Castle - Discover 1000 years of the castle's history as a royal palace and fortress. With fallen walls and secret places, there are tales of treachery and treason around every corner.

Spot the 'murder holes' and count the arrow loops. Feel history come to life and see the wildlife which has set up home in these facinating castle ruins.Shop - In the village square, our shop offers a range of products from pocket money treats to luxury locally made gifts.Tea Rooms - Indulge in a homemade Dorset cream tea in our delightful 18th centry tea rooms. Enjoy the summer garden with unrivalled castle views or the glowing open log fire in winter.Castle, shop and tea rooms open daily from 10am except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Events and activities every weekend and all school holidays from April until September. There are newer reviews for this attraction Norden Farm Campsite (Corfe Castle, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset) - Campground Reviews - TripAdvisor Norden Farm Campsite 5-star Hotels in Corfe Castle 4-star Hotels in Corfe Castle Norden Farm | Corfe Castle, Wareham, Corfe Castle BH20 5DS, England Hotel amenities Trusted partner. We work with to make your booking as easy as possible. Secure payments. We use industry-leading practices to keep your information secure.

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Reviewed 5 August 2016 via mobile This is our third visit to this relaxed friendly site. Well stocked shop which obviously doesnt compete with tesco on prices but you can get camping gear pet food local meat shampoos and most stuff you will need. Phones recharged for a pound and ice block rental for 35p per day. Lovely shower blocks and toilettes and a dog shower... More Thank Kevin B NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello Kevin B Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate your feedback. We look forward to seeing you again next year. Many thanks, The Norden Farm Team More “Great site” Reviewed 5 August 2016 We were a large group of divers, I was a bit concerned when I first pulled up as its a very large site, with loads of kids running around. As we normally stay at smaller sites. On arrival the staff checking us in were very helpful and gave us loads of tips on the local area. The pitch was large...

More Thank Jane S NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello Brummygal0510, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay here and we look forward to seeing you again in 2017. Many thanks, The Norden Farm Team More “Family site” Reviewed 1 August 2016 We TBH it's 100% a family site, not the site for you if you like a quiet site, facilities where great shop had everything and toilets and showers clean and very upto date , the site is a working farm and the children can get to see the animals, access to site is a little tight but overall well kept... More Thank Readingfc2105 NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello Readingfc2105 Thank you for taking the time to write your review. I am slightly puzzled by your 3 of 5 rating when overall it would appear you really liked the site and enjoyed your stay with us. RE speed of the cars - we will not tolerate anyone disregarding our site rules however we take speeding very seriously onsite....

More “Another great camping trip” Reviewed 1 August 2016 We first visited this campsite two years ago and had a fantastic holiday. We stayed again a week ago and once again had a great experience. Plenty of toilets and showers, always very clean. Lovely washing up area. The kids love the play area and the animals. I find this a very family friendly campsite. Lots to do in the... More Thank AuroraBrighton NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello AuroraBrighton, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us despite your arrival on the Friday night. Unfortunately on that evening we think your husband was one of dozen or so who had come through the door at a time of cashing up, after a first very... More Reviewed 31 July 2016 via mobile Found this gem of a campsite through an Internet search and so glad we did! Refreshing to put up a tent in a field with no designated pitches! The campsite is quiet and family friendly!

Facilities are very good though from the Top Field, it is well worth the longer walk to the main shower block, where the showers are... More Thank DWB25LJB26 NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I am really pleased to see you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to see you again. We are glad you found the shop so great - we have spent a lot of time thinking of all the things campers might need! Many thanks, The Norden Farm... More “The best campsite” Reviewed 29 July 2016 Spent a few nights here with our 7 year old grand daughter and had a wonderful time. The site is very well located for walking and exploring the area.Showers and toilets spotlessly clean. Would love to return and will certainly recommend to friends. Report Thank hannahbee2016 NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello Hannahbee2016, "The Best Campsite" - Wow thank you so much. Thank you for taking the time to post a review.

We hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards, The Norden Farm Team Suerobluke “Great 2nd time visit” Reviewed 27 July 2016 Lovely, clean, relaxing campsite. Had a great 3 night stay. Shop is well stocked. The cleanliness of the main block is a credit to the cleaners. They take pride in their cleaning. Lovely location to explore. We will be back again. Report Thank Suerobluke NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello Suerobluke, Thank you very much for your kind review. I have passed on the lovely comments to our onsite cleaners. They are all a real credit to our team and work extremely hard to keep our facilities ship shape. We look forward to seeing you again, Kind Regards, The Norden Farm Team. Nicola Q “Large dog friendly site” Reviewed 25 July 2016 We recently stayed here for a last minute 2 night break in our motorhome. We usually stay in a different site but decided to give this a go. It is a very large and busy site and can be noisy but the facilities are good and the shop is excellent.

Personally I found it to big and busy but my... More Thank Nicola Q NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello Nicola Q, Thank you for your positive comments, and taking the time to write a review. I can understand that you might feel this site is big, because we are and understand it won't be for everyone. Although outside the peak season the site will feel much more relaxed and quiet. We are really glad the children enjoyed it... More “Well done Norden” Reviewed 18 July 2016 I am writing this this in response to a couple of recent reviews. I have visited Norden farm many times over the last 20 years both with young children and now without. My children now go there themselves. It is a nice peaceful, and relaxed campsite catering for all types and is great for kids. The location is great and... More 3Thank a4peter NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello A4Peter, Wow, thank you very much for your fantastic review! I couldn't agree more with your comments and really glad that people can take another view on some of the reviews.

We are really glad that you have enjoyed this site for so many years and notice the improvements we make year on year. We hope you are enjoy... More “Second year running” Reviewed 16 July 2016 we have just returned from a 5 day break at Norden farm meeting with my brother and his family. The site is within walking distance of Corfe which is a beautiful village and castle with pubs serving excellent food. The Campsite is large and pitches are a good size, although edge of field appears better than the centre as the... More Thank Billyhatescustard NordenFarm1, Manager at Norden Farm Campsite, responded to this review Hello Billyhatescustard, Thank you for taking the time to write and review. Overall I can see you enjoyed your stay with us, but I would like to answer a couple of your comments in the review. I am sorry that you had an issue with the showers. In the Pond block where we have the Eco friendly showers you are... More Map updates are paused. Zoom in to see updated info. Reset zoom There are no pins in your viewport. Try moving the map or changing your filters.

Only show hotels with confirmed availability {providername} {price} We can't find prices for this accommodation From {rate_price} {rate_periodicity} 60 photos of this hotel Traveller photos: See what travellers like you saw Viewed Management photos: Courtesy of the property manager Viewed Hotels you might also like... Also consider these accommodations in or near Corfe Castle 0.8 mi away Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly ) Services Self-Serve Laundry Official Description (provided by the hotel) We are a family run Touring-Caravan and Campsite, on a working farm just outside Corfe Castle, on the southern coast of the beautiful county of Dorset - England, and in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck. We have 3 adjacent level grass fields, with electric hook up, and use an additional large grass field for tents in peak season. We are a family site and welcome dogs, but ask that they be kept under strict control at all times. This site is strictly rural and may not be suitable for those who look for ready-made entertainment. The site is open from 1st March to 31st October (weather permitting) We are set back from the main road, but with easy access.

The site is within 3/4 mile of the world famous village of Corfe Castle ... The ancient town of Wareham is only 3 1/2 miles from us and we are only 20 mins drive from Studland Bay and the seaside town of Swanage. Norden House which is adjacent to the campsite, offers Bed & Breakfast accommodation serving breakfasts, lunches, evening meals & cream teas: opening hours vary with the season. ... more less Additional Information about Norden Farm Campsite Address: Norden Farm | Corfe Castle, Wareham, Corfe Castle BH20 5DS, England Region: United Kingdom > England > Dorset > Isle of Purbeck > Corfe Castle Amenities: Mortons House Hotel (Corfe Castle) - Reviews - TripAdvisor Mortons House Hotel 5-star Hotels in Corfe Castle 4-star Hotels in Corfe Castle 49 East Street, Corfe Castle BH20 5EE, England Hotel amenities Trusted partner. We work with to make your booking as easy as possible. Secure payments. We use industry-leading practices to keep your information secure.

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“A perfect holiday” Reviewed 17 August 2012 My mother(aged 92) my sister and I stayed for four nights. We had excellent rooms with my mother and I staying in a large twin bedded room which was adapted for the disabled. It was large enough for the wheelchair and the 'wet room' also had a sink which could be lowered to suit the height of the wheel chair.... More “Relaxing short break” Reviewed 9 August 2012 Grabbing a quick break during the week, we were able to have an Escape package, which was good value as it included an afternoon tea, one dinner and a bottle of wine. The room was in the rear extension rather than the main old house and was small but comfortable. The quality of bed lined and towels was superb. My... More “Thankyou! A Brilliant hotel!!” Reviewed 9 August 2012 We booked a 3 night stay in this hotel, basically from previous reviews, and it did not disappoint. If you ever wondered how you would like to run a hotel, this is it. Nothing was too much trouble, the staff friendly and approachable. Rooms spacious and clean, food excellent.

If I wanted to complain, the weather was'nt that great, but... More 2Thank Simon P mortons1, Owner at Mortons House Hotel, responded to this review Wow, what lovely kind words! These have been passed on to our staff. We are delighted that you had such a good time and enjoyed what we have to offer. The weather certainly has been changeable this summer which was unfortunate during your stay. We do look forward to seeing you again some day. With best regards. More “Wonderful experience!” Reviewed 31 July 2012 Thank you so much for making our brief stay in Corfe Castle such a memorable one. From the moment we arrived until we departed the staff couldn't do too much for us. The accomodation was excellent, and the view of the castle from the bathroom window was marvellous. Dining was an experience which we hope to repeat. Thank you also... More 1Thank David G mortons1, Owner at Mortons House Hotel, responded to this review Thank you so much for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure having you to stay and will pass on your kind comments to our staff. We look forward to a busy season and some good weather!

We hope to see you back soon. Best wishes from all of us. More “Wonderful short break.” Reviewed 29 July 2012 Booked three nights got one night free. Room clean and comfortable. We had meals in the restaurant and outside on the lovely terrace. Food was beautiful. Every meal was first class, the cream tea is wonderful. The staff were attentive and polite and nothing was too much trouble. We had a great time at Mortons House and would recommend to... More Thank Veronica W mortons1, Owner at Mortons House Hotel, responded to this review Thank you very much for taking the time to review our hotel. We are delighted that you enjoyed your short break with us and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. With best regards from our lovely day down here in Dorset! More “Beautiful hotel, wonderful staff” Reviewed 26 July 2012 We had our wedding at mortons house and it was perfect from beginning to end. We stayed 2 nights in room 16 which is a suite room. Lovely bath room, room for two in the bath! Wonderful to have a sitting room ( so handy for bridesmaids to get changed!).

Our room over looked the terrace which is as pretty... More Thank MrsSpriggs mortons1, Owner at Mortons House Hotel, responded to this review So pleased you enjoyed your wedding day at Mortons House. It was a beautiful day wasn't it! We look forward to welcoming you back on your anniversary, if not before! Best wishes to you both. More “Excellent service and lovely food” Reviewed 24 July 2012 I made a group booking for the nights of 6 and 7 July 2012 for a group of National Trust supporters to stay. We had dinner both evenings and we had all the rooms except one. I cannot commend the staff highly enough. They made the whole stay so pleasurable for all our guests and nothing was too much trouble.... More Thank GillianB1066 mortons1, Owner at Mortons House Hotel, responded to this review It was a pleasure to welcome you all from the National Trust. I wish the weather had been kinder but it was great to see that you all battled on with your planned itinerary! We would very much welcome the opportunity to welcome you all back at some point in the future. Your lovely comments will be passed on to...

More “moretons House Hotel” Reviewed 23 July 2012 We stayed a night at the Moretons House Hotel - pleasant helpful staff, good food & drink and lovely environs and main reception room at Hotel. However, we stayed in room 15 away from the main body of hotel, which was dissappointing for the price paid. The bathroom smelled and the door mechanism got stuck whilst my wife was inside,... More “4 stars for staff, 2 stars for the room” Reviewed 22 July 2012 We stayed in Morton's House hotel for a Friday and Saturday night through a special offer. The overwhelming theme about the hotel was the friendly staff and the non-stuffy attitude that we really liked and appreciated. The room that we had was room 15 and separate from the main hotel. The room was slightly dingy and a little disappointing. The... More 1Thank JCALC mortons1, Owner at Mortons House Hotel, responded to this review Thank you very much for your comments and for taking the time to leave feedback, which is important to us in order for us to improve what we offer. Our rooms do vary in character and charm due to the age of the building.

We are pleased that you generally enjoyed your stay, your dining experience and the friendliness of... More “Consistent Food and Service” Reviewed 16 July 2012 This was our third trip to this old manor house.Relaxed and friendly, love the wood panelled reception room.Some rooms have great views of the castle, very atmospheric when misty.Rooms are clean and a reasonable size, it is after all a historic building.Very good breakfasts. We have had some fantstic meals here, this stay a little variable but the head chef... More 1Thank Lisa186258 mortons1, Owner at Mortons House Hotel, responded to this review Thank you very much for your kind comments which I will pass on to the staff. We look forward to welcoming you back to this lovely corner of Dorset! More Map updates are paused. Zoom in to see updated info. Reset zoom There are no pins in your viewport. Try moving the map or changing your filters.

Only show hotels with confirmed availability {providername} {price} We can't find prices for this accommodation From {rate_price} {rate_periodicity} 416 photos of this hotel Traveller photos: See what travellers like you saw Viewed TripAdvisor Photos: Professional photos exclusively commissioned by TripAdvisor Viewed Character Double Room with Sleigh Bed (32) Viewed Classic Double Castle and Steam Railway View (24) Viewed Classic Double with View of Castle (24) Viewed Management photos: Courtesy of the property manager Viewed Hotels you might also like... Also consider these accommodations in or near Corfe Castle 4.6 mi away Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi ) Breakfast included Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi ) Public Wifi Breakfast included Official Description (provided by the hotel) 400 year old Elizabethan manor located in pretty Corfe Castle in Dorset. 21 Character en-suite rooms and an award-winning restaurant. The hotel is ideally situated close to the beaches at Studland, Swanage and Lulworth with numerous walks along the Jurassic Coast on our doorstep. ...

more less Additional Information about Mortons House Hotel Address: 49 East Street, Corfe Castle BH20 5EE, England Region: United Kingdom > England > Dorset > Isle of Purbeck > Corfe Castle Price Range: £130 - £213 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room) Hotel Class:3 star — Mortons House Hotel 3* Number of rooms: 21 Reservation Options: TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Booking.com, Hotels.com, Travelocity and Priceline so you can book your Mortons House Hotel reservations with confidence. We help millions of travellers each month to find the perfect hotel for both holiday and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers. Also Known As: Isle of Purbeck - in detail Reverend William Joseph de Kilpeck / Kelpeck / Kalpeck / Kalpack / Kilpack / Killpack, b.c.1848 d.1939, m.Katharine / Katherine d.1914 PREAMBLE - Tucked away in the south eastern corner of Dorset, Purbeck is some 60 sq.

miles of land that is bounded on almost all sides by water and although not an island in the strict meaning of the word, it does convey a feeling that is particularly apt. The name "Purbeck" reputedly translates as "beak-shaped ridge which is home to bittern or snipe", which is Saxon. The beak-shaped ridge we might assume refers to the Purbeck Hills. The name "Purbecks" is oft times used - PLEASE - it really should be "Isle of Purbeck" which would refer to the area bounded by the blue dotted line, or "Purbeck" which perhaps encompasses a larger area north to Lytchett and west to Bovington and Lulworth. To take a tour round Purbeck you can start in the north in Poole Harbour taking in Brownsea Island which being part of Studland is therefore part of Purbeck. The harbour links to the English Channel at Sandbanks/The Haven/Shell Bay . This break in the coastline is crossed by the renowned Chain Ferry . You continue south past Studland Bay, Swanage Bay, to Peveril Point.

Turning west takes you round Durlston Bay and Head, past Anvil Point and the Lighthouse to the southernmost promontory of St.Aldhelms Head which is also known as St. Albans Head. A swing north and west further along the coast past Chapmans Pool and the grounds of Encombe House , recently sold for the princely sum of £16 million. Another residence you find is Smedmore House and then Kimmeridge , the site of a working oil well complete with nodding donkey. Kimmeridge is overlooked by the Clavell Tower , sadly in danger of falling into the sea. Another mile is the village of Tyneham , abandoned during the war. At Worbarrow Bay, just short of Lulworth and the Tank Firing Ranges, where you must swing north and inland to meet up with Luckford Lake which is presumed the western boundary to Purbeck leaving most of Lulworth to the west. Further north at West Holme you join with the River Frome which meanders easterly, passing the south of Wareham to flow into Poole Harbour where we started our tour.

All of this is the perfect destination for ramblers, watersport enthusiasts, naturalists, rock climbers and ornithologists (even the Dartford Warbler has been seen locally), in fact anyone who appreciates the great outdoors. If your fancy is solitude and a peaceful rustic retreat there are plenty of typically picturesque villages dotted all over Purbeck. For those on the road the nearest major road is the A35 which winds its way from Bournemouth through Parkstone and Poole on to Bere Regis, the county town of Dorchester, and then Bridport. The connection to Purbeck is made via the A351 , sometimes referred to as the spine of Purbeck, at the Bakers Arms public house just west of Upton. This initially straight but very slow road, since it is badly in need of a bypass, passes through Holton Heath and Sandford, and on to Wareham which has had a bypass since 1980 (north section) / 1988 (south section). When talking of Purbeck, Wareham is considered part of it but since it is mostly north of the River Frome perhaps it's not, and is best considered as the gateway to The Isle of Purbeck.

Almost at the centre of Wareham in East Street, is Wareham Town Museum , which is a terrific source of local history. Check it out on its web site for times of opening. The A351 continues through Stoborough leaving Ridge and Arne to the east with Furzebrook and Blue Pool to the west. Furzebrook, Blue Pool and the Norden area have long-standing connections with the extraction of ball clay used for the production of many everyday items including china, especially that of Josiah Wedgwood. This is dealt with in great detail by the Purbeck Mineral & Mining Museum at Norden. Driving on you come to the Norden roundabout where the first left is your connection to the Park and Ride for the Steam Railway which runs through Corfe, under the infamous Afflington Bridge , through Harmans Cross , Herston, and into Swanage . We would venture to suggest that if you are visiting primarily the railway that you park at Norden Park & Ride since parking in Swanage can leave you some distance from the Railway Station. Staying with the road ahead, the railway viaduct is above and to the left, and Corfe Castle soaring up to the right.

A sedate drive through Corfe village past the right turn to Kingston , and indirectly to Langton Matravers and Worth Matravers , takes you, this time, OVER the infamous Afflington Bridge , through Harmans Cross , and eventually to Swanage finishing at the sea-front/Shore Road. If you wish to look at the backwoods to the North-east of Corfe, before you ascend into the village is a sharp left turn between some cottages which takes you into Sandy Hill Lane, underneath Swanage Railway, through Challow, Sandy Hill , Little Woolgarston, Woolgarston , Underhill, Knitson , to Ulwell/North Swanage. This lane is narrow and should be driven with caution. In rough terms from Wareham to Corfe is 5 miles and Corfe to Swanage also 5 miles.

The alternative route having passed out of Bournemouth into Branksome is to take the left turn on to the B3065 and a little over 2 miles passing Compton Acres Gardens to be faced with Poole Harbour, left again on to the B3369 (running from Poole town), for just over a mile through Sandbanks to board the chain ferry for Studland and Swanage , again finishing at the sea-front/Shore Road. Something of a source of amazement at Sandbanks is that it is now home to some of the most expensive property in the UK, where something worth less than £1,000,000 being something of a rarity. Purbeck, being somewhat cut off from the rest of Dorset has limited public transport in the form of the No.50 (was 150) bus from Bournemouth via Sandbanks/Ferry, and the No.40 (was 142/143/144 until 2008) from Poole via Holton Heath, Sandford, Wareham, Corfe, Kingston, and Langton Matravers to Swanage.

There are now (2008) only two No.44 buses per day from Swanage to Worth Matravers via Harmans Cross. Buses via Corfe to Swanage were once shared between Langton Matravers and Harmans Cross. Now all except two go via Langton Matravers. Harmans Cross seems almost not to exist for the bus company. The Swanage Bus Station is literally outside the Railway Station. If travelling from further afield by public transport, Wareham Station is on the London-Waterloo to Weymouth line with the bus-stop a few yards from the London-bound platform. Purbeck offers Swanage to those who want a traditional family seaside resort; they don't come much better. It has a sometimes award winning beach (European Blue Flag and Tidy Britain Group's Seaside Award), the bathing is relatively safe with a gently shelving beach where there are various boats including pedloes for hire, and a Punch-and-Judy. You can of course just lounge in a deckchair. Ice-cream and food is a few footsteps away, with a wider choice of food within a few hundred yards.

You can choose from traditional fish-and-chips, seafood specialities, continental, or just a simple cream tea. There are many pubs serving food, bistros, and take-aways to cater for most tastes. Above the sea-front are a number of recreations for both adults and children, including open-air band concerts, folk festivals, a jazz weekend, Rotary Club and Round Table events, and of course the fireworks at each end of the Swanage Carnival Week in July/August. The Mowlem Theatre, where the sea-front meets the town proper, a varied programme of films, shows and plays are available throughout the year, whilst the Vista complex at Swanage Caravan Park is an entertainment centre with a heated indoor pool, skittle alley, indoor bowls complex and 'trimnasium'. There are tennis courts at The Beach Gardens above the sea off De Moulham Road, also outdoor bowls rinks and a putting course. More recently a putting course has been added at the side of Victoria Avenue just short of the car park as you head for the sea-front.

There are golf courses nearby, in particular the Isle of Purbeck Golf Club on the Studland Road where the beginner can use the 9 hole Dene Course and the more accomplished golfer the Purbeck Championship Course. They are both founded on heathland set in a Nature Reserve. The Club dates from 1892 and was once famously owned by Enid Blyton , writer of childrens books, and husband, Kenneth Darrell Waters. Swanage offers an abundance of watersports and scuba-diving, great fishing and the opportunity to take many sea excursions. Why not take a boat trip to Brownsea Island or Poole. Swanage is privileged in the early tourist season to have the Motor Vessel Balmoral , and in the late tourist season the now famous Waverley Paddle Steamer visit, and run trips eastward to Bournemouth, The Isle of Wight, The Solent and westwards as far as Weymouth. An aerial photograph of Swanage gives a perception of its classic bay configuration. The previously mentioned Steam Railway will one day actually permanently re-connect the service to Wareham severed in 1972.

A connection from Wareham to Furzebrook was however maintained to serve the rail-head for the oil-well at Wytch Farm which 'cannot' be seen to the north of the A351 before you reach Corfe. Purbeck, from Wareham to Swanage, was allowed on the 8th September 2002 to witness the latest (shortened) Virgin Explorer train making the first through connection for 30 years. The line was originally started in 1883 and finished in 1885, it actually became part of what was then the London & South Western Railway in 1886. Swanage in Bloom is for those who enjoy floral displays, They adorn the gardens during spring and summer and the town has earned many awards for them which include the 'Southern England in Bloom' award, and also for the efforts of the residents in their own private gardens.

For those seeking more information, a great source is The Swanage Tourist Information Centre, whose location is: The White House, Shore Road, Swanage BH19 1LB Telephone: 01929 422885 Fax: 01929 423423 mail@swanage.gov.uk More recently a Heritage Centre has been added adjacent to The Square in Swanage. Above Swanage to the south, lies Durlston Country Park , 263 acres of countryside overlooking Purbeck's Marine Research Area. The Park is perfect for walking, picnics or just relaxing. At the Park Centre visitors of all ages can learn about the fascinating local ecology and wildlife; watch Durlston's nationally important Guillemot colony live on TV and listen to sounds from the seabed picked up by an underwater microphone. Whilst at the Country Park you can eat at the adjacent Durlston Castle, and also view the famous Globe which is literally a handcrafted stone Globe perched on the run down to the cliff edge, which in turn hides the Tilly Whim Caves beneath.

For the slightly more adventurous you can walk round The Lighthouse and further to Dancing Ledge, Winspit, Seacombe and St Aldhems Head. All of these have footpath routes back inland to both Langton Matravers and Worth Matravers , also Kingston . Standing in the heart of Purbeck is the picturesque village of Corfe with its dramatic ruins of a mediaeval Castle. Now run by the National Trust, the castle, once the most fortified in all England, was systematically destroyed after the Civil War. From this vantage point, you can enjoy stunning views across the Purbeck landscape to the sea. If you want to 'see' the Castle in all its former glory, you must check out Corfe Model Village . For those interested in the royal line of succession encompassing the story of Corfe see Kings & Queens . The other main town in Purbeck is Wareham , although not strictly in Purbeck because it is north of the River Frome. Wareham was once a major port during the Middle Ages.

Almost every side turning in the town reveals a new visual delight and the quaint quayside area is a perfect place to sit relax, have a meal and then take a peaceful river journey down the river Frome towards Poole Harbour. Being surrounded on three sides by sea water, coastal Purbeck boasts some of the best seaviews and spectacular scenery along the whole of the south coast. It was very fortunate that because of the outstanding geology and palaeontology, the Dorset (and East Devon) coastline has been listed as a Natural World Heritage Site and Jurassic Coastline. The Coastal Path through Purbeck is a small part of the South West Coast Path, one of England's National Trails. The whole path begins at Poole and follows the south coast to Land's End, then north and east to Minehead in Somerset. For the middle-aged, and older perhaps, who have been fortunate enough to read "The Famous Five" by Enid Blyton , Purbeck is to some degree an inspiration for some of her books. Corfe Castle (Kirrin Castle) and Brownsea Island (Whispering Island) to name just two features in those adventures.

Question: In which county are Corfe Castle and the Isle of Purbeck?
Answer: DORSET