Newport - Carisbrooke Castle

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Carisbrooke Castle Description

Carisbrooke Castle (1mi/2km southwest of Newport) is idyllically situated on a hill and stands on the site of a former Roman fort. The keep is Norman (early 12th century) and offers fine views, while most of the rest of the castle dates from the 13th century. Charles I prior to his execution and his daughter Elizabeth were held captive here in 1647/1648; the simple royal rooms can be viewed. The Governor's House contains a museum devoted to the island's history. Behind the house lies the 148ft/45m-deep castle well.

Carisbrooke Castle was first founded as a Saxon camp in the eighth century and bought from the Redvers family by Edward I in 1293.

The keep offers panoramic views over the sweeping ridge.

Hobbies & Activities category: Castle, chateau, palace; Historic site; Historical museum; Architecture - Medieval; Scenic site or route

Address

Carisbrooke Castle
Newport PO30 1XY
United Kingdom

http://www.carisbrookecastlemuseum.org.uk

Hours

March 21 to September 30

Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Closed	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

October 1 to March 31

Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Closed	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00

Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1) Christmas - Christian (December 25) Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24) Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)