Halloween Half-Term at Carisbrooke Castle
Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Carisbrooke Castle this half-term!
What's On
Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.
Step into the shadows with Carisbrooke’s very own ghost hunters as they tell spine-tingling tales and spooky stories from the castle’s past.
Take some time to explore the imposing battlements of the former prison of Charles I, and meet the resident donkeys.
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Getting There
From Southampton: Set sail to East Cowes with a car and up to 7 passengers, and find Carisbrooke Castle a short drive away.
By car: Castle Hill, Newport, PO30 1XY
By bus: Southern Vectis routes 7, 12 and 38 from Newport will get you to Carisbrooke High Street, a 10 minute stroll from the castle. Plan your journey here.
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