Osborne House
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Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s family home, is one of the most popular tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight. After first visiting Osborne, England’s longest-reigning monarch wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'.
Highlights include:
• Victorian opulence and extravagant interiors
• Stunning Indian décor of the Durbar Room
• Private apartments including the Queen’s bedroom, nursery rooms and royal bathrooms
• The Swiss Cottage - chalet built for the royal children
• Extensive grounds - stunning views across the Solent
• A Victorian Walled Garden
• Hothouses containing exotic plants
• A delightful restaurant and café
Don't forget to check out our extensive events for 2010 at
www.english-heritage.org.uk/events or call 0870 3331181
for more information
OPENING TIMES
1 Apr-30 Sep: daily 10am-6pm
House closes 5pm
1-31 Oct: daily 10am-4pm
24-26 Dec & 1 Jan Closed
May close early for events in Jul and Aug.
Guided tours
3 Nov-31 Mar: Wed-Sun 10am-4pm
1 Dec-2 Jan: Christmas Tours
Must be booked in advance, last tour 2.30pm.
Members, Child under 5, OVP FREE,
Adult £10.90, Concession £9.30,
Child (5-15yrs) £5.50, Family ticket
(Admits 2 adults and 3 children) £27.30
Group discounts available.
Prices may vary at special events.
Address: East Cowes, Isle of Wight,
Hants PO32 6JX. Tel: 01983 200022
1 mile south east of East Cowes
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
|---|
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- No Smoking Attraction
Accessibility
- Disabled persons toilet
- No dogs (Guide dogs accepted)
- Wheelchair user accessible
Children & Infants
- Baby changing
- Children's Meals
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
- Highchair(s) available
- Outdoor children’s play area
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Free parking
- Off-road parking
- On site parking close by
Catering
- Cafe
- Catering for groups
- Outdoor eating area
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Vegetarians catered for
Payment Methods
- Maestro Accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- All weather attraction
- Gift shop
- Groups welcome
- Guided tours
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Marquee Space Available
- Open all year round
- Open on bank holidays
- Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement
- Team / Corporate Activities
Specialist Features
- Educational Groups
Prices
| Ticket Type | Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult Ticket | £10.90 per ticket |
| Child Ticket (5-15 Yrs) | £5.50 per ticket |
| Concession Ticket | £9.30 per ticket |
| Family Ticket (2 Adults & 3 Children) | £27.30 per ticket |
| Members | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
VAQAS Accreditation
Gradings
- Quality Assured Visitor Attraction VB Attraction
Road Directions
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3021 to East Cowes.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, A3054 to Ryde, A3021 to East Cowes.
Public Transport Directions
Train; Ryde Espalande 7 miles, Wootton (IOW Steam railway) 3miles.
Bus; Southern Vectis 4, Ryde E Cowes, 5 Newport – E Cowes.
Ferry; Ferry East Cowes 1 ½ miles (Wightlink 08713761000) (Hovertravel (023) 9281 1000 ) ( Red Funnel -0844 844 9988). For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).
