Hurst Castle have published a short history of prisoners held at Hurst Castle which you may find interesting. Many may know of King Charles 1's imprisonment, but what about a Franciscan friar, Father Paul Atkinson:
Only two unfortunates are known to have endured the bleak walls of Hurst Castle as a prison: one a king, the other a priest who died here after 30 years!
Then in 1700 the castle was chosen for a prison for those convicted of spreading the Roman Catholic faith.
A Franciscan friar, Father Paul Atkinson was, however, the only prisoner sent here. He had pleaded guilty of hearing the confession of a young woman, Elizabeth Rich, and absolving her of her sins.
Although both the castle governor and Father Paul himself appealed and pleaded for mercy he remained in the castle for 30 years until his death, at the age of 74.
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Hurst Castle reopens on Wednesday 27th March 2024
Hurst Castle has centuries of history which you can discover when they reopen for the 2024 season.
The castle is ideal for family visits. | Well behaved dogs on short leads welcome.
Opening Times in 2024:
- 27th March to 31st October 2024 (Daily): 10am to 5.30pm
- 1st to 3rd November 2024 (Daily): 10am to 4pm
- 4th November to 31st March 2025: Closed
Getting There: Option to arrive by Ferry from Keyhaven Harbour (see below), or a 2 mile walk from Milford on Sea along the shingle of Hurst Spit.
More information:
Hurst Castle, Milford on Sea, SO41 0TP
What's On: www.hurstcastle.co.uk/whats-on
To read more about the history of Hurst Castle, please click here.
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