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Kirrin Castle & Vintage Train Trip

 A magical, story-filled, 2-night Dorset camping trip inspired by Enid Blyton’s "Five on a Treasure Island."

Step into the pages of "Five on a Treasure Island" on this story-rich two-night escape, through Enid Blyton’s beloved Jurassic Coast.

 

We camp in Wareham, so you can be guided by adventure through nature and imagination.

 

Day 1: We board a steam train to a charming Victorian station filled with retro details, think vintage suitcases and posters, fun photo moments inspired by the Famous Five. Dinner follows at a local spot, inspired by Enid herself.

Day 2: After breakfast, we set off to explore the legendary Kirrin (Corfe) Castle, we wander through historic village scenery, taking part in it's unique attractions, before we settle down for dinner, reflecting on her stories.

As evening draws in, we'll chase the sunset back to camp!

Day 3: After breakfast, we craft our own 'storyboard' inspired by our own adventure, before packing up, feeling creatively full.

Note: All key expenses included. 

Full payment is required one week before our adventure begins. For now you're simply booking to secure your space. 

 

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

* Full trip details, packing list, and accessibility info below - please review before booking.

Five on a Treasure Island Dorset Adventure | Enid Blyton Inspired Camping Trip | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

           Step into the pages of "Five on a Treasure Island" on this story-rich two-night                              escape, through Enid Blyton’s beloved Jurassic Coast.​ We camp in Wareham,                                      so you can be guided by adventure through nature and imagination.

                                                    Day 1: We board a steam train to a charming Victorian station

                                                         filled with retro details, think vintage suitcases and posters,                                                               fun photo moments inspired by the Famous Five. Dinner                                                                 follows at a local spot, inspired by Enid herself.

                                                              Day 2: After breakfast, we set off to explore the legendary                                                                 Kirrin (Corfe) Castle, we wander through historic village                                                                  scenery, taking part in it's unique attractions, before we

                                                               settle down for dinner, reflecting on her stories.

 

                                                            As evening draws in, we'll chase the sunset back to camp!

                                                       Day 3: After breakfast, we craft our own 'storyboard' inspired                                                     by our own adventure, before packing up, feeling creatively full.

                                                       

                                            Note: All key expenses included. Full payment is required one week 

                               before our adventure begins. For now you're simply booking to secure your                          space. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.​ 

* Full trip details, packing list, and accessibility info below - please review before booking.

Perfect for free spirits, literary lovers, and curious souls who want to:​​ Take part in a stress-free, story-filled adventure for literary lovers and free spirits.

A chance to reconnect with nature, history, and your imagination.​ It's a soulful retreat where every moment invites wonder.

Five on a Treasure Island Dorset Adventure | Enid Blyton Inspired Camping Trip | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Perfect for free spirits, literary lovers, and curious souls who want to:​​ 

 

Take part in a stress-free, story-filled adventure for literary lovers and free

spirits. A chance to reconnect with nature, history and your imagination.

It's a soulful retreat where every moment invites wonder.

Adventure Snapshot:

Length of Trip: 2 nights

 

Accommodation Type: Camping pitch with electric hook-up

 

Equipment Requirement: Guests must bring their own camping tent, bedding, cooking utensils, and any personal comforts.

 

Packing: Full kit list provided in advance, please review before booking to ensure preparedness for all weather.

 

Meals & Drinks (coffee, tea, juice, soft drink, water or milk) Included: 1 dinner (2 courses + drink; dietary needs covered)

2 breakfasts (cereals, pastries, and cooked based on equipment resourced by group)

Five on a Treasure Island Dorset Adventure | Enid Blyton Inspired Camping Trip | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Adventure Snapshot:

                              Length of Trip: 2 nights

 

                                         Accommodation Type: Camping pitch with electric hook-up

 

                                                Equipment Requirement: Guests must bring their own camping

                                                 tent, bedding, cooking utensils, and any personal comforts.

 

                                                 Packing: Full kit list is provided in advance, please review before

                                                booking to ensure preparedness for all weather.

 

                                           Meals & Drinks (coffee, tea, juice, soft drink, water or milk) Include:                                                     

                                    1 dinner (2 courses + drink; dietary needs covered)

                                 2 breakfasts (cereals, pastries, and cooked based on equipment resourced                                by group)

Transport: Group car share (petrol covered for drivers). All sites walkable once we arrive.

Activities / Fees Included: Castle entry, modal village entry / £10 at the gift shop / £10 Bakery

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Accessibility: Suitable for guests walking 10,000+ daily steps and able for camp setup. Not recommended mobility equipment, however walking sticks are welcome with support.

 

Pushchairs must be folded and carried / Baby body harness are advised to keep you steady and handsfree. This trip requires going up and down stairs in the ruins of a castle. If you're unsure whether this is right for you, please get in touch. 

 

Not recommended for anyone that has a fear of heights.

​​

Safety / Insurance: This is a fully guided UK trip. No travel insurance required for British citizens, though personal activity insurance is encouraged.

Five on a Treasure Island Dorset Adventure | Enid Blyton Inspired Camping Trip | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Transport: Group car share (petrol covered for drivers). All sites walkable

once we arrive.

Activities / Fees Included: Castle entry, modal village entry / £10

at tthe gift shop / £10 Bakery

​​

Accessibility: Suitable for guests walking 10,000+ daily steps and

able for camp setup. Not recommended for mobility equipment,

however walking sticks are welcome with support.

 

Pushchairs must be folded and carried / Baby body harness are

also advised to keep you steady and handsfree. This trip requires

going up and down stairs in the ruins of a castle. If you're unsure

whether this is right for you, please get in touch.

 

Not recommended for anyone that has a fear of heights.

​​

Safety / Insurance: This is a fully guided UK trip. No Travel insurance is

required for British citizens, though personal activity insurance is encouraged.

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