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Maiden Castle Walk: A Visitor's Guide to Dorset's Iron Age Hillfort

Maiden Castle Walk: A Visitor's Guide to Dorset's Iron Age Hillfort

A practical guide to walking Maiden Castle, Dorset's vast Iron Age hillfort, covering routes, earthworks, access and what to look for on...

October 11, 2026
Corfe Castle Through the Ages: A Short History for Visitors

Corfe Castle Through the Ages: A Short History for Visitors

From Saxon royal stronghold to Civil War ruin, here's the story of Corfe Castle — plus what to see on the ground and how to plan your visit.

October 02, 2026

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