Carisbrooke Castle
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.
| Carisbrooke Castle | |
|---|---|
| Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight, England | |
The interior of Carisbrooke Castle | |
Carisbrooke Castle | |
| Coordinates | 50.6874°N 1.3133°W |
| Grid reference | grid reference SZ486877 |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Managed by English Heritage |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Complete |
| Site history | |
| Built | Begun in 12th century |
| In use | Until 1944 |
| Garrison information | |
| Past commanders | Sir Nicholas Wadham (died 1542) Captain of the Isle of Wight, 1509–1520 |
| Occupants | Isabella de Fortibus, Charles I of England (imprisoned), Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom |
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