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Carisbrooke Castle

📍 Isle of Wight, England

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About

Carisbrooke Castle is a historic motte-and-bailey castle located in the village of Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight, England. Charles I was imprisoned at the castle in the months prior to his trial.

Getting There

⛴️ Isle of Wight Ferry

Red Funnel or Wightlink from mainland, then bus or taxi

🚌 Southern Vectis

Bus routes to Carisbrooke from Newport (1 mile)

🅿️ Castle Car Park

Free car park at the castle entrance off Whitcombe Road

Terrain & Accessibility

♿ Courtyard Accessible🏛️ Keep & Walls🐴 Donkey Centre

Famous as the prison of Charles I before his execution. The castle has a well-house where donkeys still operate the treadwheel. Courtyard accessible; keep requires climbing 71 steps. English Heritage.