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Carisbrooke Castle Admission Ticket
4.4
(14 reviews)
2–3 hours
Free cancellation
out of 5
14 reviews
About this activity
Carisbrooke Castle is a great fortress which began life as an Anglo-Saxon earthwork defence against Viking raids. The Normans raised the shell keep on its towering mound, which you can climb up for amazing views.
The castle’s most famous resident was Charles I, who was imprisoned here after his Civil War defeat. You’ll find Charles I memorabilia and changing exhibitions in the Carisbrooke Castle Museum.
Later, Princess Beatrice, Queen Victoria’s daughter, made Carisbrooke Castle her summer home. Admire the award-winning Edwardian-style Princess Beatrice Garden, inspired by the princess.
The castle’s best-known modern residents are the much-loved Carisbrooke donkeys. They still demonstrate the treadwheel, which once raised water from the castle well. Meet them in their stables and hear their story in a film hosted by Jupiter the cartoon donkey.
Historical Tours
Attractions & Museums
Culture
Castle Tours
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Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability
Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
At a glance
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Operated by
- English Heritage
Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Admission ticket to Carisbrooke Castle
Not included
- Not included: Meals
Itinerary
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Admission included
Revel in history as you explore the well-preserved grounds of Carisbrooke Castle, a fortress with more than 800 years of history. Over the centuries, it withstood a French siege, played a role in defending against the Spanish Armada, and later served as the prison of the deposed Charles I.
Begin your visit in the 16th-century guardhouse, where exhibitions bring the castle’s fascinating past to life. Meet the resident Carisbrooke Castle donkeys, famous for drawing water from the historic well-house for hundreds of years. Stroll through Princess Beatrice’s charming gardens, then enjoy the peaceful beauty of St Nicholas’ Chapel, built in 1904 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Charles I’s execution.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
- Carisbrooke Castle Castle Hill, PO30 1XY, Newport, United Kingdom See on map
End point
- Carisbrooke Castle Castle Hill, PO30 1XY, Newport, United Kingdom See on map
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller ratings
4.4
out of 5 · 14 reviews
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