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Isle of Wight Travel Guide - Castles

Carisbrooke Castle and Museum   Museum located inside the grounds of Carisbrook Castle, showcasing artefacts relating to the history of the castle, the imprisonment here of Charles I, and island life. Collections include island lace, clothing, footwear, toys, and much more. Newport, Isle of Wight, England, PO30 1XY Attraction Type: Castle Location: 1 m SW Newport, off B3401 Website: Carisbrooke Castle and Museum Phone: 01983 522 107 Fax: 01983 528 632 English Heritage Location map OS SZ486 877 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts

Yarmouth Castle    Castle built by Henry VIII to guard the entry to Yarmouth's port from the Solent. Finished in 1547, this was the last castle to built in Henry's ambitious system of coastal defenses, and the first to adopt the new 'arrowhead' artillery bastion style.. Quay Street, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, England, PO41 0PB Attraction Type: Castle Location: adjacent to car ferry terminal Website: Yarmouth Castle Phone: 01983 760678 English Heritage Location map OS SZ354897 Heritage Rating:   ? Nearest attractions and accommodation     Nearest: hotels - cottages - Bed and Breakfasts