Carisbrooke Castle
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Famous for its donkeys and as a royal prison to Charles I and now the location of the stunning new Edwardian-style Princess Beatrice Garden.
• Enjoy the birds-eye view from the castle keep and walk around the battlements.
• Delight in the demonstrations of the donkeys working the 16th century treadwheel.
• Relax in the Princess Beatrice Garden, designed by TV presenter and award-winning garden designer, Chris Beardshaw.
• See history brought to life with the fun and dramatic film.
• Dress up as a soldier, experiment with armour and discover how to fire cannons.
• Experience the tranquillity of the castle chapel, and visit the Carisbrooke Castle
• Museum with its fascinating Charles I memorabilia.
Members, Child under 5, OVP FR EE,
Adult £7.00, Concession £6.00, Child
(5-15yrs) £3.50, Family ticket (admits
2 adults and 3 children) £17.50
Group discounts available.
Prices may vary at special events.
1 Apr-30 Sep: daily 10am-5pm
1 Oct-31 Mar: daily 10am-4pm
24-26 Dec & 1 Jan Closed
Tea room open Apr-Oct, call for details
of winter arrangements.
Address: Newport, Isle of Wight, Hants
PO30 1XY. Tel: 01983 522107
Direction: 1½ miles south west of Newport
Time Travellers Go… Events on all throughout summer at Carisbrooke Castle!
Get hands-on with history this summer and travel through time to
discover ancient skills and traditions.
Normal admission prices + £1 for every child over 5 (members
and non-members). Adult members and under 5s Free.
All events 10am-5pm
Join the Time Travellers Go… club at www.english-heritage.org.uk/timetravellersgo
for fun adventure and events near you.
Opening Times
| Open (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012) |
|---|
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- Some no smoking areas
Accessibility
- No dogs (Guide dogs accepted)
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Free parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- Cafe
- On-Site cafe/restaurant
- Outdoor eating area
- Picnic area
Payment Methods
- Maestro Accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Dogs admitted on a lead
- Gift shop
- Groups by arrangement
- Groups welcome
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Open all year round
- Open on bank holidays
Specialist Features
- Educational Groups
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Prices
| Ticket Type | Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult Ticket | £7.00 per ticket |
| Child Ticket (5-15 Yrs) | £3.50 per ticket |
| Concession Ticket | £6.00 per ticket |
| Family Ticket (2 Adults & 3 Children) | £17.50 per ticket |
| Members | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
VAQAS Accreditation
Gradings
- Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction
Road Directions
From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, town centre, Pyle Street, B3323 to Carisbrooke.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, town centre, Pyle Street, B3323 to Carisbrooke.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, town centre, Pyle Street, B3323 to Carisbrooke.
Public Transport Directions
Bus; Southern Vectis 6,7,11,38 and the Medina Tour Open top service from Newport, West Wight and Ventnor, all to within a ¼ mile.
Ferry; West Cowes 5 miles, East Cowes 6 miles ( Red Funnel - 0844 844 9988) Fishbourne 6 miles, Ryde 8 miles Yarmouth 9 miles, (Wightlink 08713761000) (Hovertravel (023) 9281 1000 )
For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).
