Before the 1970’s there were many model villages throughout the UK, and sadly only a few survived until today. One of the best model villages is set in the grounds of the Old Vicarage of Godshill, which is just a short drive or bus journey from The Wighthill.
The village is a family run business in the heart of Godshill Village, which itself looks like a model village, with its narrow lanes and thatched roofs. The village was purchased in late 1960 by Robin Thwaites, and his vision and satndards are what you can experience today.
Television presenter Kevin McCloud of Channel 4’s Grand Designs said “If you really do want to indulge in a uniquely Fifties Isle of Wight experience replete with bathing huts, vintage buses and a slower pace of life, then there is only one destination for you Godshill Model Village”.
