CARISBROOKE CASTLE

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CARISBROOKE CASTLE

There has been a fortress at Carisbrooke since Saxon times, at least, though the present castle dates from the 12th century. Carisbrooke Castle was besieged once, by the French, but is probably best known as the place where Charles I was imprisoned, as well as for the donkeys that turn the treadmill to pull water from the castle's well. It was also home to Princess Beatrice, the youngest daughter of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. The castle is largely ruined, but there is loads to see, inside and outside, including a fascinating museum, beautiful chapel, battlement walks - and, of course, the donkeys.

Region/Nation
Location/Address
Castle Hill
Newport
County
Isle of Wight
Post Code
PO30 1XY
Main Historic Period
Stuart
Tip/Nearby
Osborne House, Ryde, Cowes
Primary Management
English Heritage

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