Lilliput Doll Museum
A 17th century cottage museum with over 100 exhibits. Educational talks are
given by owner. Suits both boys and girls. B.T.A.Award
Key Topics 7, 11, 19, DT
Model Village Godshill.
A 1/10th scale models of Godshill and Shanklin old villages, there are
detached stone buildings many with thatched roofs, mature gardens, trees
and figurines. Set in half an acre including models within models.
Key Topics 17, 18, AH, DT, G, SCI
Martin Simpson Fossil Man
Martin will give a small but exciting talk about dinosaurs and fossils which
are frequently found on the Isle of Wight. Static and visual displays situated
at Blackgang Chine complex. the Fossil hunt is highly Recommended. Open
Easter to Oct.
Key Topics 1, 8, 16, 17, 18, 19, EVS, G, M, SCI
Needles Old Battery.
Built in the early 1860's as part of Palmerstons Coastal defences against
the French. Spectacular views of the Needles and nearby coast land. Open
Easter to Oct. Lunch
Key Topics 7, 8, 9, 10, 17, 18, DT, EVS, G, SCI
Newport Roman Villa.
This contains one of the best preserved bath ranges in Britain.The house
was built in the Late 2nd century AD. Reconstructive kitchens and scenes
with Latin dialogue and video. Educational room available.
Key Topics 1, 2, 11, 13, 16, SCI, DT
Osborne House. ( to be arranged by schools)
This famous house was the home of the late Queen Victoria.With royal
state apartments Swiss Cottage, (playhouse) for the royal children,
Education room with primary sources and Victorian toys and costumes to
handle.This has to be arranged in advance. Open Easter to October. Lunch
Area.
Key Topics 7, 11, 13, 19, DT, IWL
Owl and Falconry Centre
This small but well presented centre is home to a varied selection of owls
and birds of prey from around the worlds.There is a flying demo of Owls
and Falcons with informative talks by the falconer.
Key Topics. G, 15, 17, 19, EVS.
