22nd Aug 2025
This August Bank Holiday, the Purbeck Film Festival brings two enchanting evenings of outdoor cinema to the ancient ruins of Corfe Castle — and you can travel there in style with Swanage Railway.
Friday 22 August – Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Step into the wizarding world beneath the stars, right in the shadow of the castle!
Saturday 23 August – Paddington in Peru
Bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening with everyone’s favourite bear on his latest adventure!
Hop on one of our special evening services and make the journey part of the experience. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer evening — with history, steam trains, and big-screen magic in a truly iconic setting.
Book film tickets here: purbeckfilm.com
With our hopper fare, avoid the hassle of village parking and make use of the large Purbeck Park at Norden. Then board our heritage train that will take you on your short journey right past the ruins of Corfe Castle, stepping off in the heart of Corfe Castle for an unforgettable film night. To get you home, return services are timed around the festival screenings.
The Hopper Fare is just £2 per person (5+) valid for a return journey Norden to Corfe Castle only on Sunset Shuttle evening services. Perfect for families, film lovers, and anyone who wants a stress-free, scenic journey.
If you fancy a longer ride, our full line evening tickets are perfect at just £25 for the whole family or £10 for adults and £5 for children (5-15).
Purbeck Park will remain open later for Film Festival nights:
Closes 00:30 Friday 22nd
Closes 23:30 Saturday 23rd
Swanage Railway
Station House<br />
Railway Station Approach<br />
Swanage<br />
Dorset<br />
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