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 cafe
Don't forget to check out our extensive events at the English Heritage website or call 0870 3331181 for more information.
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
1st April - 30th September:Daily 10.00 - 18.00 House closes 5.00pm 1st - 31st Ocobert: Daily 10.00am - 16.00pm. 1st 4th November: Closed 5th - 14th November: Grounds only Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00 15th - 18th November: Closed 19th & 20th Novemberr: 10.00 - 16.00Victorian Christmas Weekend, grounds and ground floor of house only. 21st & 22nd November: Closed Wednesday - Sunday 10.00 - 16.00 24th - 27th December & 1st January: Closed 28th - 31st December: Wednesday - Saturday 10.00 - 16.00 Guided tours only. 2nd - 8th January 2012: Wednesday - Saturday 10.00 - 16.00 Guided tours only. 9th January - 12th February: Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00 Grounds only. 13th - 17th February: Daily 10.00 - 16.00 Guided tours only 18th - 29th February: Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00 Grounds only 1st - 31st March: Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00 |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Members, Child under 5, OVP FREE.Adult £11.50. Concession £10.40. Child (5-15yrs) £6.90. Family ticket (Admits 2 adults and 3 children) £29.90. Group discounts available. Prices may vary at special events. |
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Directions
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| 1 mile south east of East Cowes |
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Osborne House Postcode for SatNav: PO32 6JX |
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