Babbacombe Model Village

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OPEN ALL YEAR

BABBACOMBE MODEL VILLAGE
Step into a world of miniature marvels!

Bring back those magical childhood memories as you explore a quaint and quirky representation of England through five decades at Babbacombe Model Village. Meander your way through four acres of beautiful miniature gardens and discover many fun characters and animated features - from trains to moving vehicles and even a fire-breathing dragon.

Babbacombe Model Village is equally as famous for its glorious gardens that help to set it aside as one of Europe’s Premier Model Villages. The gardens provide a stunning backdrop for the hundreds of miniature models and animated scenes. For an added twist there are always fun characters to search for as you explore the gardens.

There are several extra special features including the 4D theatre – a multi-sensory theatre showing amazing 3D films with surprise special effects to add the 4th Dimension. For summer 2009 showing ‘The Curse of Skull Rock’ Join captain Scabb and his motley crew in their search for the pirates treasure.

Throughout the year there are several special events. The next big event is ‘Summer Evening illuminations’ featuring; fire, illuminations and light effects (May half term 25th to 29th and July 20th to 4th Sep 2009) when the Model Village is open until 10.30pm.

Later in the year look out for Halloween Horrors; when the gardens and displays take on a spooky twist (23rd to 31st Oct 2009). The famous Winter Wonderland sees the park transformed into a snow covered picture-postcard world (5th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010), along with a very special visit by Father Christmas.

Keep an eye on www.model-village.co.uk for up to date details of all the events at the Model Village

Opening Times

Opening 1 Jan 2010 - 31 Dec 2010

Tickets Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff*
Adult	£8.50 per ticket
Concession/OAP/Student	£7.75 per ticket
Child (3-14yrs)	£6.25 per ticket
Under 3yrs Free Admission	free

Family Discount - Save 75p per child (Minimum 4 paying people and 1 adult/senior) Tickets Prices subject to change for current prices see Model Village Website for Full Details

Road Directions

Follow signs to Torquay/Torbay from the A38 or A380. Follow the brown signs to Model Village once you are in the Torbay area. We are situated 2 miles from Torquay harbour in St. Marychurch/Babbacombe.

Public Transport Directions

By Bus We are just 3 minutes walk from the St. Marychurch bus stops By Train We are 3 miles from the train station, ideally continue by taxi or from the sea front catch No. 12 bus to Torquay harbour and then the 32/33 service to St. Marychurch.