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52 Carisbrooke Castle, Isle of Wight

Wikipedia: This is a historic motte-and-bailey castle where Charles I was imprisoned at the castle in the months prior to his trial. It was almost certainly the site of a fortification in pre-Roman times. The building of the current castle began in the 12th century and has been enlarged several times since then. It is a Grade I listed building.

 

From 1100 the castle remained in the possession of Richard de Redvers' family, and over the next two centuries his descendants improved the castle with stone walls, towers and a keep. 71 steps lead up to the keep.

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Uploaded on August 8, 2025
Taken on July 23, 2025