Unearthing the Clay Trail - Purbeck Mining Museum
Purbeck Park, Norden, Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5DW
Grand Opening of The Clay Trail
Be among the first to experience The Clay Trail at Purbeck Mining Museum, a scenic woodland walk revealing how centuries of land use shaped the landscape, with spectacular views of Corfe Castle.
Purbeck Mining Museum
The Purbeck Mining Museum is dedicated to the history and heritage of Purbeck Ball Clay mining and its industrial narrow gauge railways.
Visit us to find out more about the history of clay mining in Purbeck and learn about the experience of miners and their families. You can also experience what it was like inside a typical Purbeck clay mine. Visit us to view the underground tunnel.
Children’s activities
Children’s activity trail – follow the clues to be a Clay Mine Super Sleuth. Suitable for ages 9 – 13.
Count the Norden Nippers – how many of our little mining friends can you find hidden in the museum? Suitable for all ages.
The Norden Nippers Go To Sea – Follow our picture trail and help the Nippers get home! Suitable for ages 5 – 8.
Dorset Heath Partnership and Dorset Dogs
Bring the whole family, including your canine companions, and find out how visiting special places like these can help support and protect local heathland habitats.
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- 1100-1600
Location & directions
Purbeck Park, Norden, Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5DW
- Contact on day:
- Purbeck Mining Museum
- Telephone number:
- +441929481461
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Due to the topography of the site - parts of the trail may be unsuitable for people with mobility issues.
Additional information
The site is within walking distance to Corfe Castle and Corfe Village. More bus 40 runs between Swanage and Poole. Alight at Norden Farm. Walk towards Norden roundabout (in the direction of Corfe Castle), then turn left towards Norden Station. Buses 30 and 35 from Swanage stop in Purbeck Park car park. From the bus stop, follow the signs to the museum. It is also accessible by train from Swanage Station.
