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Carisbrooke Castle is a historic motte-and-bailey castle located in the village of Carisbrooke, near Newport, Isle of Wight, England. Charles I was imprisoned at the castle in the months prior to his trial The site of Carisbrooke Castle may have been occupied in pre-Roman times. A ruined wall suggests that there was a building there in late Roman times. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle mentions that Wihtgar, cousin of King Cynric of Wessex, died in AD 544, and was buried there. The Jutes may have taken over the fort by the late 7th century. An Anglo-Saxon stronghold occupied the site during the 8th century. Around 1000, a wall was built around the hill as a defence against Viking raids.

Carisbrooke Castle

Find out about the history of Newport when you spend time at Carisbrooke Castle. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Carisbrooke Castle
The famous Isle of Wight Festival. One of the best festivals in the UK. Held the second weekend in June each year.

Seaclose Park

Explore the great outdoors at Seaclose Park, a lovely green space in Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Seaclose Park
Queen Victoria's Bathing machine on Victoria's private beach at Osborne House near Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Now owned by English Heritage and open to the public. A great visit.

Osborne House

Find out about the history of East Cowes when you take a trip to Osborne House. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

Osborne House

St. Thomas Church

St. Thomas Church is just one of the places to see in Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

St. Thomas Church

The Minster Church of St Thomas

After visiting The Minster Church of St Thomas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

The Minster Church of St Thomas

Quay Arts

You can browse the exhibits at Quay Arts, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Newport. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Quay Arts

Best Lodging Options Near Parkhurst Forest

Old Church House B&B

Old Church House B&B

3 out of 5
46 Crocker Street Newport England
Old Church House B&B
Hewitt's Restaurant & Rooms

Hewitt's Restaurant & Rooms

3 out of 5
Lugley Street Newport England
Hewitt's Restaurant & Rooms
One Holyrood Hotel

One Holyrood Hotel

3 out of 5
1-4 Holyrood Street Newport England
One Holyrood Hotel
Charter House

Charter House

3.5 out of 5
14 St Thomas Square Newport England
Charter House
Premier Inn Isle Of Wight - Newport

Premier Inn Isle Of Wight - Newport

3 out of 5
Seaclose Newport England
Premier Inn Isle Of Wight - Newport
Newport Quay Bed and Breakfast

Newport Quay Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
41 Quay Street Newport England
Newport Quay Bed and Breakfast
15 Rosewood

15 Rosewood

3 out of 5
Thorness Lane 15 Rosewood Cowes England
15 Rosewood
Relax in This Charming East Cowes House With Garden and BBQ

Relax in This Charming East Cowes House With Garden and BBQ

2 out of 5
East Cowes England
Relax in This Charming East Cowes House With Garden and BBQ
Albert Cottage Hotel

Albert Cottage Hotel

4 out of 5
York Avenue East Cowes England
Albert Cottage Hotel
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