This church is named after Edward the Martyr, who was King of the English and was murdered on 18th March 978 by order of his stepmother, Queen Alfthryth. Edward was …

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804 m

Copper Bridge

This bridge was once on the main road to Church Knowle from Corfe Castle. Built in the 1800s, today Copper Bridge is a pretty sight not far from Corfe Common. …

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2.06 km

Corfe Common

A delightful, broad sandstone ridge, Corfe Common provides lovely views across the village of Corfe Castle and its namesake ruin. It's a historic patch of land; in the 18th century …

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3.70 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.39 km

952 m

768 m

321 m

273 m

Surfaces

1.31 km

1.19 km

1.13 km

< 100 m

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National Trust PurbeckMay 28, 2024

This moderate walk explores Corfe Common, a sandstone ridge south of the picturesque village of Corfe Castle. Look out for signs of the human activity that shaped this interesting archaeological landscape over thousands of years, and spot the wide range of wildlife that inhabits the common.

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Corfe Common Walk

St Edward the Martyr Church, Corfe Castle

Copper Bridge

Corfe Common

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