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Corfe Castle MCF01_02_0951

CORFE CASTLE, PURBECK, DORSET. Looking along East Street towards the Greyhound Hotel with the ruins of Corfe Castle on the hill beyond

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Media ID 27968508

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1920s Castle Hotel House Keep Ruin


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This evocative photograph captures the enduring allure of Corfe Castle, a historic gem nestled in the heart of Purbeck, Dorset. Taken in the 1920s by the renowned photographer Katherine MacFee for Historic England, the image transports us back in time, inviting us to explore the rich history of this enchanting location. The scene unfolds along East Street, where the cobblestones bear the footprints of centuries past. The Greyhound Inn, a charming establishment with its timber-framed facade and inviting sign, beckons travelers to pause and rest. Its warm glow spills out onto the street, casting an inviting ambiance that has likely welcomed weary visitors for generations. Beyond the inn, the ruins of Corfe Castle rise majestically on the hill. The once-imposing keep, a testament to medieval engineering, now stands as a hauntingly beautiful reminder of the past. The castle's crumbling walls, etched with moss and lichen, whisper tales of knights, kings, and the passage of time. The photograph's muted colors and subtle textures add to its timeless charm, inviting us to imagine the daily life of the villagers who once called this place home. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring allure of history and the power of a single photograph to transport us to another time and place.

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