Godshill Model Village
High Street
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About Godshill Model Village
Step into a miniature world on the High Street where tiny thatched cottages and gardens recreate the Isle of Wight in charming detail, with full accessibility and picnic-friendly grounds.
What's nearby
- The Grooming Shed next door
- Koala Cottage next door
- The Taverners next door
- Island Gems next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free 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
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Lovely activity for us to do on a visit to the Isle of Wight from the mainland. I saw the advert on the ferry and we picked up a leaflet then visited the website. Booking online for a small discount was nice and easy and we arrived to find no queue and good opening hours. Once in we had a look around and the Model Village was well kept, clean and tidy and also had toilet facilities which was handy. The visit was lovely and the location was not overcrowded and we thoroughly enjoyed it. To improve I’d say offer a complimentary pencil or pen at the entrance for people to use for the quiz sheet and also check some of the quiz questions as they’re almost impossible to do, let alone if a child was doing it but these are only minor things. The staff were helpful and signage at the venue made it easy to look around. There was a lovely gift shop at the end and we were given a departure farewell upon leaving. Top tip - no parking at the model village but plenty of free parking nearby and down the road, so don’t make the mistake we did by popping it on the sat nav and doing circles around the building looking for a car park! We enjoyed our visit and would certainly consider visiting again. The value for money was good and I’d recommend it to friends and family. Thank you.
· via Google
This is a gorgeous model village. Obviously the buildings are incredibly detailed, intricate and full of character but what I was most impressed with was the huge variety of trees (pretty much Bonsai trees when you consider how small and well maintained they are). I highly recommend giving this place a visit, followed by a cream tea!
· via Google
Had a lovely visit to Model Village Godshill during our trip to the Isle of Wight. The attention to detail is incredible — every miniature scene is beautifully. It’s clear how much care and creativity has gone into the displays, and there are plenty of little touches that make you stop and smile.
· via Google
This is such a beautiful and calming place to visit. You go back in time and explore the Isle of Wight. The beautiful village of Godshill, The Shanklin Chime and various other places but it’s sort of set in the past. The bandstand is playing and there are people playing cricket. I could be wrong though, might be the present day as Godshill is a beautiful village set in pretty countryside and has a lovely church. There is a train which used to go through the village but doesn’t anymore but it was nice to see how it did look. Loved exploring the village and there is a fantastic gift shop too.
· via Google
Visitors say this model village features incredibly detailed miniature buildings and scenes, including a working G scale railway and water features, all set within beautifully maintained gardens with impressive bonsai trees. They also highlight the reasonable entrance fees and the availability of a fun quiz for children. Guests mention the friendly staff and the overall charming atmosphere, making it a delightful experience for all ages.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- High Street, Godshill, Ventnor, PO38 3HH Get directions
- Category
- Sightseeing & Attractions
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (5,156 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 0-8
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Godshill