The Model Village, Miniature village in Godshill, Isle of Wight, England
The Model Village presents detailed scaled replicas of local buildings, including churches, cottages, and pubs, all created with sand and cement materials.
During the late 1960s, Robin Thwaites established the Model Village within the Old Vicarage grounds, crafting miniature versions of Godshill and Shanklin villages.
The gardens incorporate Japanese landscaping methods, with over 3,000 trees and shrubs maintained through traditional niwaki and cloud-pruning techniques.
The site opens daily from March to November between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, featuring accessible paths, restrooms, and a café for refreshments.
Each structure in the village maintains a precise 1/10th scale ratio to their real counterparts, allowing visitors to find the actual buildings throughout Isle of Wight.
Location: Isle of Wight
Address: High St, Godshill, Ventnor PO38 3HH PO38 3HH PO38 3HH
Phone: +441983840270
Website: http://modelvillagegodshill.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 50.63200,-1.25495
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:16
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