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Godshill Model Village

Model / Miniature Village

High Street
GODSHILL
Isle of Wight
PO38 3HH

Tel: (01983) 840270

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
2 adults & up to 3 children	£17.00 per ticket
3-16 years	£3.95 per ticket
Adult	£4.95 per ticket
Carer	£3.00 per ticket
Senior Citizen	£4.50 per ticket

Season Ticket - £7.50 added to entrance ticket paid & valid for that ticket only.

About

RHS Partner Garden

This beautiful Model Village nestles in the grounds of the Old Vicarage. Set in nearly two acres of gorgeous landscaped gardens this is a real retro find - a quintessentially English visitor attraction. You will find scale models of Shanklin and Godshill villages as they were in the 1920's. Our cottages, pubs and churches are faithfully reproduced versions of the real buildings in 1/10th scale. Our garden railway is a must see - a snapshot of the Island Line of yesteryear!

As an RHS Partner Garden the Model Village is an unexpected place to find a huge collection of conifers and trees but here we have created a large collection of niwaki and cloud pruned specimens. Over the years we have gathered over 3,000 trees and shrubs to create our display. As with the Japanese tradition we have concentrated on using a chosen range of trees sculpting them individually, for maximum effect, to create the right atmosphere to offset the models. We buy in small specimens and then Fred our Gardener will plant, prune and shape them as they grow. Some of our trees are over 40 years old and have been shaped to retain their scale to the model houses. Our garden is unique on the Island providing inspiration for the novice gardener and envy for the expert!

Opening times 2018:
Monday 5th March 10.00am to 4pm
Apr/May/June/Early Jul 10.00am to 5.00pm
Late July/August 10.00am to 6.00pm
Sept/Oct 10.00am to 5.00pm
Close 28th October

Disabled visitors charged at group rate prices
Groups Rates available to parties of 20+

Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Disabled persons toilet
Guide Dogs Permitted
Ramp/Level Access
Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

Cafe
On-Site cafe/restaurant - A special treat for visitors to the Model Village. Open on fine days from May.
Outdoor eating area - Nammet Hut open on fine days from May onwards
Picnic area
Picnic Site - Picnic lawn available - bring your own blankets or borrow one from us!
Refreshments Available

Children & Infants

Baby changing - Baby changing facilities available in the disabled toilet. Big enough to get a buggy in too!
Family Friendly, Children Welcome

Establishment Features

All weather attraction
Dogs Accepted - Well behaved dogs on a short lead. Owners must clear up after their dog if necessary.
Dogs admitted on a lead
Dogs welcome
Gift shop - Fantastic gift shop with something for every pocket.
Groups welcome
Guided tours by arrangement
Open on bank holidays
Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
Toilets

Parking & Transport

Free parking
On site parking close by
Parking (free) - Free car park available in the village just opposite the Griffin Pub

Payment Methods

Approx length of visit - 30 - 45 minutes, much longer if customers do the fun quiz or stay for a cup of tea.
Delta
Groups Accepted
Maestro
MasterCard
Special group rates
Visa

Provider Preferences

No Smoking Attraction
Outdoor Attraction
Some no smoking areas
Village Location

Specialist Features

Cyclists welcome
Educational Groups
Family Fun
Marketed Towards Children
Marketed Towards Families
Marketed Towards Senior Citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted

Travel & Trade

Group discounts available

Map & Directions

Click here to view map

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Godshill.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Godshill.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Godshill.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport and change to No. 2 or 3
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 2 or 3
From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 to Newport and change to No. 2 or 3.
For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).

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Certificate of Excellence 2018

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Recent Reviews:

dadaandbaba
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Must be the most charming place on earth
Tuesday, 17th July 2018
Having first visited the Model Village at Godshill many years ago, I had quite forgotten just what a little gem it is. I visited again today with my daughter, husband & 19 month old grandson. The... Read full review
Josie001
UK
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Definitely worth a visit
Monday, 16th July 2018
This is my third visit to the model village over a number of years and it never disappoints. You can see the hard work and dedication by the team working here. For me I was not only fascinated by the... Read full review
challisfamily
challisfamily
Still great best model village I ever sern
Friday, 13th July 2018
Wanted to take my son to this as went when I was a kid. Still great lovely details and nice question and guide for the kids to follow. Remember spot the red squirrels Read full review

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Awards

Regional and Miscellaneous - RHS Partner Garden 2016

Opening Times

Opening (5 Mar 2018 - 28 Oct 2018)

* Open every day from 10am from March to October

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