Wimborne Model Town and Gardens
Wimborne Minster, Dorset
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About Wimborne Model Town and Gardens
Step into a charming miniature world where Wimborne's historic buildings are recreated in perfect 1:10 scale, set within delightful gardens that make this Dorset attraction magical for all ages.
What's nearby
- Wimborne Cricket Club next door
- Spill The Beans 150m away
- St Cuthburga's Church - Wimborne Minster 200m away
- Bupa Dental Care Wimborne 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Absolutely loved it!! It was so much fun and definitely brought the childish side out in me and my husband! Plus we did a free quiz whist walking round and got 14/16 correct so received two silver stars and two stickers!! 😁 Staff are friendly and welcoming. And the tickets are valid for a year so it's definitely worth going back again and again.
· via Google
Bit of fun!!! Crazy golf, model railway Super effort beautiful gardens Quirky little detailed buildings Included in ticket price was a return visit in next 12 months Sweet lady served us Toilets available
· via Google
Was a bit sceptical at first but on a sunny day it's a really nice to have a look around. Ask for a quiz to do as you walk around, regardless of if you have kids with you or not, it makes you spend a bit more time looking at the details in the model shop windows, but wear some trousers as you will be kneeling down to peer into the tiny windows 😂 Cafe is lovely and good value and the model railway is worth a look. Ticket gives access for a year I believe.
· via Google
A nice day out (couple of hours) with the kids. Lovely miniature village of Wimborne, with quaint, detailed houses and shops from yesteryear. The kids (or adults) can participate in a festive competition as well as a 9-hole crazy golf for £2 extra. There is a souvenir shop + cafe for refreshments. I understand the place requires maintenance, with gardening & flowering too, and some of the monies probably go to local charities, but the entry price for adults and kids is a little expensive. However, there is a family offer for 2+2 where you can save a few pounds. All in all it's a nice day out and you can reuse the ticket up to 1 year after if you happen to be local or are passing through again.
· via Google
Visitors say this model village offers detailed miniature buildings, a model railway, and a play area, providing engaging activities for children and adults. They also highlight the delicious food and drinks available at the cafe, including tasty breakfasts and cream teas. Guests mention the entry ticket is valid for a year, offering excellent value for money and encouraging return visits.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 16 King Street, Wimborne, BH21 1DY Get directions
- Category
- Sightseeing & Attractions
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (1,171 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 1+
- Suggested visit
- 2-3 hours
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Wimborne Minster