Osborne House, Isle of Wight

Osborne House is on the Isle of Wight and became Queen Victoria's country getaway when it was built by Thomas Cubitt in the mid 1800s. Osborne House was built to create a family palace of extreme opulence with extravagant interiors as demonstrated in the Durbar room. As you wander through this palace you get a real glimpse into what royal family life was like 200 years ago. The house is filled with original furnishings and priceless artworks.

The grounds in which the house is situated are a joy to explore and offer stunning views of the Solent.

There is lots to keep the children occupied including the Swiss Cottage which has child size furniture and was built to encourage children to learn domestic skills. They can also have fun in the play area or enjoy a horse and carriage ride.

There are beautiful gardens to explore and admire and also a restaurant, cafe and gift shop.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to the Isle of Wight?
The Isle of Wight is an island off the south coast of England. It is easy to get there:
Hovertravel run daily services between Ryde Esplanade and Southsea in under 10 minutes.
Red Jet Hi-Speed: Passengers only, Southampton to West Cowes, every 30 minutes, journey time is 23 minutes.
Passenger/Vehicle Ferry: (Southampton to East Cowes). Operates 24 hours/day, journey time approx one hour.
These services connect to a free bus service from Southampton Central Rail Station.

What else can I visit on the Isle of Wight?
The island is a beautiful place. More than half the Island is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with 500 miles of award-winning public footpaths and bridleways, while almost 30 miles of its seashore is Heritage Coast. You can also visit Yarmouth Castle, or Appuldurcombe House while you are there.

Opening Times

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Ticket Prices

Adults: £11.50
Children: £6.90
Concessions: £10.40
Family Ticket: £29.90

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Disabled Facilities

The Nursery is not accessible to wheelchairs. The Walled Garden is heavily gravelled and may be difficult for wheelchairs. The Swiss Cottage Museum is accessible to wheelchair users but the Swiss Cottage itself is not.

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More Information

Telephone: 01983 200022
Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk

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