Top sections of the castle were closed over safety fears
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Parts of a ruined castle closed off to protect visitors from falling masonry have now been made safe.
The National Trust says 90% of Corfe Castle, near Wareham, Dorset, will be open in time for the Easter weekend.
A �700,000 makeover was begun in spring 2006 to shore up crumbling masonry in the Gloriette and inner ward sections.
The project's second phase, which will begin once the trust has the relevant planning consent, will see the Keep repaired by spring 2008.
Pippa Russell, castle visitor services manager, said: "The first phase of the restoration project has gone very well and visitors are now able to explore the inner sanctum of the castle again and enjoy those wonderful views over Purbeck.
"About 90% of the castle is open, with only the Keep area itself still closed."
The restoration project was launched after frost damage and crumbling stonework prompted fears over the safety of visitors to the 1,000-year-old castle.
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