Yes, Wimborne has a well-known model village called Wimborne Model Town and Gardens, located on King Street near the town center. It features a 1/10th scale miniature recreation of the town’s buildings as they appeared in the 1950s, set within landscaped gardens.
Wimborne is famous for its historic Wimborne Minster church, featuring a rare chained library and tombs of Saxon royalty like King Æthelred, plus its lively market, independent shops, and attractions like the Wimborne Model Town and nearby Knowlton Church rings. It's known as a picturesque market town in Dorset with historic charm and a strong community feel.
The Model Village in Bourton on the Water is the only grade II listed model village in the country. Built of Cotswold stone it is a one-ninth scale model of the actual village, complete with model village within the model village!
Located in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire just outside of London we are an easy 40-minute train ride on the Chiltern line out of Marylebone. Owned and managed by the Roland Callingham Foundation, Bekonscot also supports local charities and to date has donated over £21 million to good causes.
Miniatur Wunderland. Miniatur Wunderland is the largest model railway system in the world and has, in fact, been voted the most popular tourist attraction in Germany. Visitors can admire different countries and even an airport in miniature size.
While beauty is subjective, Castle Combe (Wiltshire) and Bibury (Cotswolds) are consistently named England's most beautiful villages, famed for their idyllic Cotswold stone cottages, historic charm, and picturesque settings, with Bibury's Arlington Row being especially iconic and Castle Combe often called "the prettiest" and a film-set favorite. Other contenders include coastal Robin Hood's Bay (North Yorkshire) for its smuggling history and sea views, and Mousehole (Cornwall) for its quaint fishing village vibe.
Each of the model scenes, uniquely crafted by our team, cost thousands of pounds to make. Some of the models, such as Bath Crescent, cost around £30,000 to create, ensuring the high standards our customers expect. We are certain you will appreciate the detail and quality of the displays at Babbacombe Model Village.
The meaning of the name Wimborne Minster is thought to derive from an early name for the River Allen. The earliest recorded form of the name; Winburnan (early 9th century) comprises the Old English elements Winn + burna mean- ing meadow or bright stream (Mills 1991, 362; Hutchins 1874, 178).
Bournemouth is home to or has attracted various famous figures, particularly in sports, music, and acting, including footballers like Harry Redknapp, musicians such as Alex James (Blur), and actors like Christian Bale (who attended school there), with many notable personalities living in the affluent Sandbanks area, such as Jamie Redknapp, Graham Souness, and chef Rick Stein, alongside historical figures like J.R.R. Tolkien, though some connections are from past residences or formative years.
While "prettiest" is subjective, Lyme Regis, known as the "Pearl of Dorset," is consistently praised for its stunning Jurassic Coast scenery, historic Cobb harbour, and charming, fossil-rich beaches, rivaled by the classic Victorian charm of Swanage with its sandy bay and colourful beach huts, and the lively, family-friendly Weymouth with its Georgian seafront and vibrant harbour.
Worth a visit, there is some beautiful models that have had hours spent on them however some of the models could be done with a spruce up. It wasn't too busy when we visited however the paths are narrow and could be troublesome if you visited at a peek time.
Welcome to Corfe Castle Model Village, situated in the heart of Corfe Castle village, on the Isle of Purbeck, within easy reach of Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth, and at the gateway to the Jurassic Coast.
Castle Combe is often called the prettiest village in England and one of the most beautiful towns in the Cotswolds. Walking through this village truly feels like stepping back in time; no new houses have been built here for over 400 years, so it has kept its authentic, old-world charm.
The title of being the most beautiful village in the world is "completely a double-edged sword", the chair of Bibury Parish Council has said. The small picturesque village in the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, came top of the list when Forbes Magazine unveiled the 50 most beautiful villages in the world for 2025.
Miniature park. A miniature park is a display of miniature buildings and models, usually as a recreational and tourist attraction open to the public. A miniature park may contain a model of a single city or town, often called a miniature city or model village, or it can contain a number of different sets of models.
Actor John Nettles lives in the Devon countryside, specifically in a 15th-century home near Holsworthy, with his wife Cathryn Sealey, where they enjoy a quiet life with numerous rescue animals, having moved from London after his Midsomer Murders role ended.
Yes, John Nettles' daughter, Emma Martins, did follow in his footsteps by joining the police force in Jersey, working for the States of Jersey Police, though she now serves as a Data Protection Officer for the Scottish Government, overseeing inquiries related to mobile messaging apps during the pandemic, a path inspired by her father's role in Bergerac.
