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Rufus Castle
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Rufus Castle, also known as Bow and Arrow Castle, is a partially ruined castle overlooking Church Ope Cove on Portland, England. Its name derives from King William II, known as William Rufus, for whom the original castle was built.
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Portland Museum
217 Wakeham, Easton, Portland DT5 1HS, United Kingdom
Durdle Pier
Portland DT5 1DW, United Kingdom
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The Hayloft
Pennsylvania Rd, Park, Portland DT5 1HU, United Kingdom
White Stones Art Cafe
13 Easton St, Easton, Portland DT5 1BS, United Kingdom
Sugar Loaf Cafe
4 Reforne, Easton, Portland DT5 2AL, United Kingdom
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Pennsylvania Castle Estate
Pennsylvania Rd, Portland DT5 1HZ, United Kingdom
The Front Rows
Pennsylvania Rd, Park, Portland DT5 1HU, United Kingdom
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Rufus Castle

Portland DT5 1JA, United Kingdom
4.4(114)
Open until 12:00 AM
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Rufus Castle, also known as Bow and Arrow Castle, is a partially ruined castle overlooking Church Ope Cove on Portland, England. Its name derives from King William II, known as William Rufus, for whom the original castle was built.

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Rufus Castle Rufus Castle was probably built for King William II (called "Rufus" for his red hair). It is likely that the structure we see today was the keep of a much larger castle. Little remains of that first castle, with the possible exception of the arch that spans the path from Church Ope Road up to Portland museum. Beautiful views with path leading down from Portland museum and other path for Eastside. Parking is close to the right of the museum and is coming down main road. Some free parking by the houses if theres space. It's about 5 min walk down the narrow road from museum and comes to opening to Church Oak Cove, again amazing views and idea for family to spend a day on the beach. Many locals swimming there daily.
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It's ok. There is no entrance to it. Completely blocked. Not a very good pathway and you can only see the structure from outside. But the walk down to the beach will be good for dogs. There is a car park on the opposite side of the road that is free but not too spacious. It's ok though. Kids don't find it too interesting.
Dave FarmerDave Farmer
Lovely old castle located above Church Ope Cove. The castle is best viewed from the coast path heading south towards Portland Bill. The path is rough to the south of the castle leading from church Hope and joining Southwell Road at the car park near Cheyne Wears. While area is popular with walkers and climbers.
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Rufus Castle Rufus Castle was probably built for King William II (called "Rufus" for his red hair). It is likely that the structure we see today was the keep of a much larger castle. Little remains of that first castle, with the possible exception of the arch that spans the path from Church Ope Road up to Portland museum. Beautiful views with path leading down from Portland museum and other path for Eastside. Parking is close to the right of the museum and is coming down main road. Some free parking by the houses if theres space. It's about 5 min walk down the narrow road from museum and comes to opening to Church Oak Cove, again amazing views and idea for family to spend a day on the beach. Many locals swimming there daily.
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It's ok. There is no entrance to it. Completely blocked. Not a very good pathway and you can only see the structure from outside. But the walk down to the beach will be good for dogs. There is a car park on the opposite side of the road that is free but not too spacious. It's ok though. Kids don't find it too interesting.
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Lovely old castle located above Church Ope Cove. The castle is best viewed from the coast path heading south towards Portland Bill. The path is rough to the south of the castle leading from church Hope and joining Southwell Road at the car park near Cheyne Wears. While area is popular with walkers and climbers.
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Rufus Castle

Rufus Castle was probably built for King William II (called "Rufus" for his red hair). It is likely that the structure we see today was the keep of a much larger castle. Little remains of that first castle, with the possible exception of the arch that spans the path from Church Ope Road up to Portland museum. Beautiful views with path leading down from Portland museum and other path for Eastside. Parking is close to the right of the museum and is coming down main road. Some free parking by the houses if theres space. It's about 5 min walk down the narrow road from museum and comes to opening to Church Oak Cove, again amazing views and idea for family to spend a day on the beach. Many locals swimming...

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Stunning coastal walks with views across Weymouth Bay to Purbeck and, if you've got really good eyesight, the Isle of Wight. Rufus Castle is a C13th fortification, not open to the public but you can walk around the outside. Below, the stunning Church Ope Cove and ruined St Andrew's church. A breathtakingly beautiful place. Portland museum is close by and there are many local places to...

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It's ok. There is no entrance to it. Completely blocked. Not a very good pathway and you can only see the structure from outside. But the walk down to the beach will be good for dogs. There is a car park on the opposite side of the road that is free but not too spacious. It's ok though. Kids don't find it too...

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