Swordplay, storytelling, and sizzling medieval feasts are all on the agenda this September as Corfe Castle transforms into a medieval playground for a month-long programme of themed weekends.
The National Trust site will host four consecutive weekends of family-friendly events, with each weekend offering a different immersive experience.
Eoin McDowell, property operations manager at Corfe Castle, said: "September is shaping up to be one of our most exciting months of the year.
"From swordplay to storytelling, there really is something for every member of the family to enjoy and Heritage Open Days in particular is a brilliant chance for people to visit for free and discover what makes this place so special."
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The medieval festivities begin with Get Medieval's Knight School on September 5 and 6, where visitors of all ages can take part in swordplay training, duels, and team battles using safe equipment and under the guidance of professional instructors.
On September 12 and 13, the Medieval Living History Weekend will bring the castle’s past to life with costumed characters, traditional crafts, games, and displays of armour and weaponry.
Corfe Castle will then open its doors for free on September 19 and 20 as part of the nationwide Heritage Open Days scheme.
The weekend will include storytelling tours, an ecology walk of the castle mound, and an opportunity to meet the National Trust countryside team.
Also launching on September 19 is the Folklore and Fairies Family Quest, which invites visitors to explore the castle through the lens of medieval superstition and discover the old beliefs surrounding household protection.
The quest will run until November 22.
The month of events concludes with The Time Travellers Kitchen on September 26 and 27, featuring open-fire cooking demonstrations using authentic medieval recipes and methods.
Visitors will learn about historic ingredients and the culinary influences brought to Britain through trade and the Crusades.
All activities are included with standard castle admission, except for the Heritage Open Days weekend when entry is free for everyone.
Entry remains free for National Trust members throughout September.
For more information, visit the National Trust website.
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