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GARDENSVICTORIANSBring history to life and get a real insight into the private lives of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and their children by visiting their Isle of Wight summer residence.
Get hands-on with a Discovery Visit, such as becoming a servant and learning about life below stairs!
Tour the main house, Swiss Cottage, gardens and the Queen's private beach.
Osborne (House) is great for all ages, but perhaps a little overwhelming for the very youngest visitors
Here's some of the most frequently-asked questions about school visits to Osborne (House), posed by teachers and other group leaders
Yes. Ice creams on the beach should be pre-ordered at least the day before, directly with Osborne. These need to be paid in one transaction - card payment acceptable.
There are toilets in the gift shop, and you will be advised of the locations of others throughout the estate
On arrival you will usually be met by one of the education team. If this does not happen, an adult should go into the ticket office / gift shop and announce themselves.
Follow staff directions.
When attending your House Visit, you will be asked to arrive together but split into groups of 15 students (with 1 or 2 teachers) to begin the tour. Each small group will be staggered at 5 minute intervals.
There are plenty of picnic spaces but please do not use tables provided for cafe customers
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