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Corfe Castle
A ruined castle overlooking the village of Corfe Castle. The castle became a ruin during the Civil War after the defenders led by Lady Bankes surrounded to the Parliamentarians who were besieging the castle. The siege lasted for three years and after the surrender Lady Bankes was allowed to leave the castle with her garrison and the keys to the castle because of her courage.

View of village and the Gloriette
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View of castle from the south
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Horses and a robin
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