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Most probably of Saxon origin Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight saw military action only twice in its history in 1136 and 1377 However the site held enormous strategic importance especially in defending England against the Vikings and was the place of imprisonment of Charles I in 1647 This concise guide includes both a history of the site and a tour of the major features of the interior and exterior Carisbrooke Castle English Heritage Guidebooks The layout of each page can be a little annoying as you have to flick backwards and forwards but the information is great to read So much history and interesting stories Carisbrooke Castle English Heritage Guidebooks