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(Pub, External, Key). Published on 12-02-2017

Bankes Arms, Corfe Castle

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23 East Street, Corfe Castle, BH20 5ED (View on Google Map)
(01929) 288188
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This historic 16th century Grade II listed hotel, owned by the National Trust retains many of its original features including a front drinkers bar. The restaurant to the rear serves excellent home-cooked food. A large, picturesque garden overlooks Swanage Steam Railway and Corfe Castle station and enjoys fantastic views of the Purbeck hills. Regular beers from Palmers as well as beers recreated by the Dead Brewers Society are available. Beer festivals are held in the summer.

Historic Interest

Rebuilt early 20th century retaining some 18th century outbuildings. Grade II Listed. Historic England list entry 1120236.

Information for this venue is provided by the East Dorset Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Dorset
Last updated
10/02/2025
Last surveyed
19/01/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
National Trust
Pub ID
SED/278
Asset of Community Value
Monday
10:30am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
10:30am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
10:30am - 11:00pm
Thursday
10:30am - 11:00pm
Friday
10:30am - 11:00pm
Saturday
10:30am - 11:00pm
Sunday
10:30am - 11:00pm

Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 2 regular beers.

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Accommodation Accommodation
Real Fire Real Fire
Restaurant Restaurant
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
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Transport
Close to bus routes (200m)
More: 40, 30 (Summer Only), 35 (Summer Only); First: X50
East Street stops
Nearby Station (155m)
Corfe Castle

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