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Carisbrooke Castle
Castle / Fort
Carisbrooke Castle
Carisbrooke
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 1XY
Carisbrooke
NEWPORT
Isle of Wight
PO30 1XY
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult Ticket | £8.80 per ticket |
| Child Ticket (5-15 Yrs) | £5.20 per ticket |
| Concession Ticket | £7.90 per ticket |
| Family Ticket (2 Adults & 3 Children) | £22.80 per ticket |
| Members | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction - Castle Museum within the castle
- No Smoking Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- Some no smoking areas
Accessibility
- Disabled Parking
- Facility for service dogs
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Wheelchair user accessible
Children & Infants
- Babes in Arms
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Free parking
- Green Transport - Short walk (but uphill) from Carisbrooke and bus stops
- Off-road parking
- On Site Car Parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Catering
- Cafe
- Catering Provided
- On-Site cafe/restaurant
- Outdoor eating area
- Picnic area
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Maestro Accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Min group size - 11
- Special group rates
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- All weather attraction
- Dogs admitted on a lead
- Dogs welcome - On lead
- Event Venue
- Garden / Grounds for visitors use
- Gay/Lesbian Friendly
- Gift shop
- Groups by arrangement
- Groups welcome
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Marquee Space Available
- Open all year round
- Open on bank holidays
- Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
Specialist Features
- Educational Groups
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
- Min group size numeric qualifier - 11
Group Travel
- Out of Hours Visits
Map & Directions
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).
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2017
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent754
- Very Good517
- Average115
- Poor27
- Terrible6
Recent Reviews:
- paulm1002016St Neots, United KingdomTrip Type:Couplesfascinating building and history - EH at their best.
Saturday, 23rd September 2017There is a lot more to this castle than would seem at first sight; we wandered around the walls and buildings, had an excellent coffee in the cafe and saw a donkey work a treadmill to raise water... Read full review - markH8236GXEssex, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesInteresting place and great views of surrounding countryside
Friday, 22nd September 2017Quite a lot to see around the castle and great views of the surrounding countryside from the wall walkways and tower. Be sure to visit the museum as well. The garden was billed as a main feature but... Read full review - sarah wPaisley, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyLove itThursday, 21st September 2017This was my 4th visit. I love the history and the silence (until the schools turn up). This castle brings entertains all. In the Museum there are old toys and various historical artefacts. No visit... Read full review
Opening Times
| Summer 2017 (1 Apr 2017 - 30 Sept 2017) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| October 2017 (1 Oct 2017 - 31 Oct 2017) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Winter 2017 (1 Nov 2017 - 19 Feb 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed* | |
| Tuesday | Closed* | |
| Wednesday | Closed* | |
| Thursday | Closed* | |
| Friday | Closed* | |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00* |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00* |
| February Half Term 2018 (20 Feb 2018 - 24 Feb 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Spring 2018 (1 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2018) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed* | |
| Tuesday | Closed* | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 16:00* |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00* |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00* |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00* |
| Sunday | 10:00 | 16:00* |
* 20th February 2017 - 24th February 2017: Open Everyday - 10:00 - 16:00
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change
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