Victoria's Family Day Out at Osborne
Join Queen Victoria and her beloved Albert at their beautiful Osborne estate this May half-term, for old-fashioned thrills and spills, traditional fairground rides like swing boats and the helter-skelter, and lots more!
What's On
Giggle and gasp at the silly antics of the palace Jester and marvel at mesmerising illusions by their skilled magicians! Enjoy live Victorian musical merriment performed by Sounds of Time throughout the day.
Don't miss your chance to experience a royally good day out this half-term!
Free entry for English Heritage members, or book online and save 15%.
Getting There
From Southampton: Osborne is just a few minutes away from our East Cowes ferry terminal. Sail over from £29.50 each way for a car and up to 7 passengers, or travel on foot with a Family Ticket for £44.90. Catch the Southern Vectis no. 5 bus from Waitrose (opposite East Cowes terminal), with fares currently capped at just £2 for a single journey.
By car: York Ave, East Cowes PO32 6JX
By bus: Osborne is on the Southern Vectis no.5 route between Newport and East Cowes. Plan your journey here.
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