Osborne House on the Isle of Wight

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Osborne House

The Avenue
East Cowes
PO32 6JY
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01983 200022

Delight in the Victorian splendour of Osborne House - Queen Victoria's palace by the sea, where the rich opulence of the state rooms mixes with the intimacy of the family rooms. Marvel at the awe-inspiring Indian décor in the Durbar Room, stroll through the walled garden with hothouses containing exotic plants and relax as you take a horse and carriage ride around the extensive estate. The shop, restaurants and children's play area add to a great day out at this top IOW attraction.

Osborne House Opening Times and Special Events

1 April - 30 September: Daily 10am-6pm (House closes 5pm)

From 30 September onwards:
House and Grounds open 10am-4pm:
1-31 October: Daily
19-20 November - Victorian Christmas Weekend (ground floor only)
23 November - 8 January: Wednesday - Sunday - Guided tours only. Last tour 2.30pm. Must be pre-booked. (closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan)
13-17 February: Daily - Guided tours only. Last tour 2.30pm. Must be pre-booked.
1-31 March: Saturdays & Sundays

Grounds only open 10 am - 4pm:
1-13 November: Saturdays & Sundays
9 January - 12 February: Saturdays & Sundays
18-29 February: Saturdays & Sundays

Please note: attraction may close early for special events.

Special Offer

We have a special inclusive Day Return ticket which includes entry to Osborne House

From 1 April 2011 - 31 March 2012

House & Grounds - Car +4: £55.00 Extra Adult: £15.00 Extra Child: £11.00

Grounds Only - Car +4: £41.00 Extra Adult: £9.00 Extra Child: £7.50

Victorian Christmas Weekend (19 & 20 November) - Car +4: £59.00 Extra Adult: £16.00 Extra Child: £12.00

For groups up to four people book online, for groups bigger than four please call us: 0871 376 1000 (calls cost 7p per minute plus network extras)

Please check Osborne House opening hours before booking as reduced opening during winter.

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Events - Osborne House Summer Concerts

On 28th July 2012 the doors will open to the Isle of Wight’s biggest Pop Party - bringing British pop sensation Steps to the stage at Osborne House Summer Concerts.

Set in the grounds of the breathtaking Osborne House, the three-storey royal seaside villa overlooking the Solent and probably the best known Victorian country House in Britain, will open to the public and will welcome a wealth of pop talent with an action packed weekend.

Steps Dust off your dance moves as Steps is back! After a break of 10 years, the multimillion selling pop band have reunited and will be bringing their household catchy lyrics and dance routines to the Isle of Wight. Singles such as “5,6,7,8”, “Tragedy”, “One for Sorrow” and “Deeper Shade of Blue” will take fans down memory lane and show just how Steptacular they really are!

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Special Offer Terms & Conditions

All the above promotional offers are subject to our Promotional and standard terms & conditions. Fares are subject to availability and limited allocations per sailing. Valid for cars, motorised caravans and pick-up trucks / crew cabs up to 6m long and if over 2.24m in height must be declared at the time of booking. Not valid for light vans or minibuses.

Travel is applicable after 0925 Monday to Friday and anytime Saturday or Sunday. Travel must be completed by 2359 the same day. Excludes 0925-1901 on 8-10, 15-17 & 21-24 April, 27 & 28 May and on Fridays & Saturdays between 22 July-27 August. Excludes travel 9, 10, & 13 June, 8, 9 & 12 September. Valid from Portsmouth Gunwharf or Lymington.

Passengers are advised to check with individual attractions prior to travel as opening times, whilst correct at time of going to print, may be subject to change and supplements may apply for special events. All information correct at time of going to print (March 2011). We reserve the right to alter any of the information contained without notice. E&OE.

Please call Wightlink reservations on 0871 376 1000 (calls cost 7p per minute plus network extras) book your day trip to the Isle of Wight, and not the attraction direct.

In the event that you purchase a ticket from us for, or to the extent your journey incorporates, travel on another mode of transport, such travel will be subject to the regulations and conditions of carriage of the carrier or carriers involved. Wightlink Limited shall issue any ticket issued for or used on such other transport as agents only for the carrier or carriers concerned. We cannot accept responsibility for the performance of other operators on services not provided by Wightlink.

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