Fort Victoria Country Park

Fort Victoria Country Park, Westhill Ln, Norton, Freshwater, Yarmouth PO41 0RR, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Fort Victoria Country Park is a wonderful place on the Isle of Wight that combines history, nature, and fun for families and visitors of all ages. The park sits on the Solent, offering a mix of seashore and woodland walks alongside fascinating attractions. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy leisure and education together, with scenic views and relaxing spaces.

The park features a Reptilarium with reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates in themed habitats, and the Island Planetarium where you can journey through time and space in their astrodome theatre. Visitors can also enjoy the Imaginarium, filled with creativity, art, and unique gifts, as well as the H.M.S Gladiator Exhibition, telling the story of a historic naval tragedy. Free parking, seasonal food at Verdi’s Café, and plenty of picnic spots overlooking the Solent make it a comfortable visit.

Entry to the park and its grounds is completely free, making it an affordable day out for everyone.

Overall, Fort Victoria Country Park is a mix of history, science, and nature, offering something memorable for both kids and adults. Whether you want to learn, explore, or just relax with a picnic by the sea, it’s a destination worth visiting. The combination of attractions and stunning views makes it a must-see when exploring the Isle of Wight.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • REPTILARIUM: Our exhibit of Live reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates of the world are in naturalistic themed displays that explore the biomes these animals inhabit.
  • PLANETARIUM: The Island Planetarium offers a fascinating journey through time & space; stimulating your imagination & mind, in our astrodome theatre & exhibition.
  • MAGINARIUM: The Imaginarium a place for creativity, imagination and amazing gifts including local artistic work!
  • H.M.S GLADIATOR EXHIBITION: At approx 2.30pm on the 25th April 1908 the H.M.S Gladiator was in a collision with the S.S St Paul off of Fort Victoria with the loss of 27 lives. In this Brand New Exhibition we retell the story of what happened that fateful day.

Facilities

  • Parking: Free parking available. 
  • Food & Drinks: Food and drinks are available on site in the cafe which is open seasonally
  • Toilets: Public Toilets available onsite. 
  • Picnic Area: Bring a picnic for one of the most spectacular views of the Solent on the Island, lay a blanket out on our large lawned area, the beach or use one of our many picnic benches in our dedicated area.

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

The park is open all year, every day.

Address: Fort Victoria Country Park, Westhill Ln, Norton, Freshwater, Yarmouth PO41 0RR, UK

Post Code: PO41 0RR

Council: Isle of Wight

County: Isle of Wight

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