Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
Type:Model/Miniature Village
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Opening Dates and Times
Summer (22 July 2025 - 29 Aug 2025) | ||
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Monday - Sunday | Closed | |
Bank Holiday | Closed |
Summer (3 Sept 2025 - 4 Sept 2025) |
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Christmas Lights (22 Nov 2025 - 14 Dec 2025) | ||
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Wednesday - Sunday | Closed | |
Bank Holiday | Closed |
Christmas Lights (20 Dec 2025 - 24 Dec 2025) |
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Christmas Lights (27 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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Christmas Lights (2 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2026) |
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* Easter - April 9th, 11th, 16th & 18th - Open 10.00am to latest entry 8.00pm. Lights on from 7.30-10.00pm
Summer - Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday evening from Tuesday 22nd July to Friday 29th August 2025, Plus September 3rd & 5th:-
July 22nd to August 15th (Tue, Wed & Fri) - Open 10.00am to latest entry 8.30pm. Lights on from 8.30-10.30pm
August 16th to 31st (Tue, Wed & Fri) - Open 10.00am to latest entry 8.00pm. Lights on from 7.30-10.00pm
September 3rd & 5th - Open 10.00am to latest entry 7.30pm. Lights on from 7.00-9.30pm
Halloween (Oct 27th to 31st) - Open 10.00am to latest entry 6.00pm. Lights on from 5.00-8.00pm
Christmas Lights 2025 - Nov 22nd, 23rd, 29th & 30th. Dec 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th and 20th to 31st (except closed 25th & 26th). Jan 2nd to 4th 2026 (Closed Jan 1st)
Open 11.00am to latest entry 4.30pm. Lights on from 3.30-6.30pm
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About
Enchanting illuminations
at Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village is transformed in the evenings with thousands of miniature lights - they really do have two attractions in one! The illuminations enable you to see what goes on inside many of the models and, as dusk develops into darkness, the illuminations beautifully light up the gardens and models creating an enchanting atmosphere.
Visit Day & Evening - We highly recommend you experience the Model Village during the daytime too. During the day, you will see the intricate details of the models and scenes set in beautiful gardens and children can enjoy doing a character hunt, following one of our spotter sheets.
One Ticket - Two Great Visits FREE RETURN VISIT WITHIN 7 DAYS
..... During your first visit, keep your admission receipt and, before you leave, obtain a photo-pass from the gift shop. This will enable you to return once for free within 7 days. If you can't visit twice, then why not come early evening see the gardens by day, then again once the lights come on. See the Model Village website for full details.
Illuminations are every Thursday evening from Easter to October, Also Mondays to Fridays in August. With special illuminations for Halloween and Christmas.
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- Average229
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Recent Reviews:
- Peter WSheffield, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesSmall buildings - big price25/06/2025Certainly one of the best model villages we have visited in the UK, with a wide variety of traditional & topical exhibits, all entertainingly imagined with a good side order of British humour. The... Read full review
- chriseH2232QXNorthampton, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesExcellent model village26/06/2025Don’t let the entry fee put you off. This is by far the best model village I have ever visited. A vast variety of scenes with humour set in beautiful gardens. Excellent photo opportunities. A bonus... Read full review
- V2324LVemmagGreat place to visit!27/06/2025Myself and my partner hadn’t been here for 20 years, we returned yesterday and absolutely loved it! Well worth the money, plenty to look at. Crazy golf was also a brilliant addition which is included... Read full review
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
Facilities
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Pre-booking advisable.
Facilities
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - 'Access possible but difficult – see website for full details’
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and cakes.
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 02:00
- In town/city centre
- Max group size - 999
- Min group size - 15
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge)
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Solo accepted
- Special group rates
- Visa accepted
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Pre-booking advisable.
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Enchanting Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
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