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Roman Villa

LOCATION

The Roman Villa can be found at Morton on the outskirts of Brading off the main A3055 road to Ryde and Sandown (Map reference : SZ 599863. A regular bus service ( 6, 6A, 7, 7A, 88 and 90) stops nearby, or the railway between Shanklin and Ryde alighting at Brading Station with an approximate 15-minute walk. If visiting by car a free car park is provided.

Set in three quarters of an acre, in the historic 'Ye Kynges Towne' of Brading, our attraction comprises three distinct elements, The Rectory Mansion, the popular Chamber of Horrors and World of Nature - a natural History Museum.

The Wheatsheaf

has been an Inn since it was built in 1768.

One landlord, Harry Garland Buffett, ran the inn for 38 years from 1913 to 1953. Today, this grand old hostelry offers visitors a good choice of basket meals, toasties, baguettes, ploughman's and sandwiches as well as main meals and daily specials. All accompanied by a wide choice of real ales and wines. Food is served daily from 12 noon until 12.30pm while the inn itself is open from 11am until 4pm, and again from 7pm until 11pm.Outside there is an attractive patio and beer garden and a vast area for parking.

We also offer a large twin/family room, available for self-catering holidays or bed and breakfast.

High Street. Brading. Isle of Wight. PO36 0DQ. Tel: +44 01983 408824

With acknowledgement to D Coombs of Brading 2000

(*Formerly Brading Waxworks).

Rectory Mansion

A visit to this world famous Wax Works takes you through the mysterious ancient Rectory Mansion, part-dating well before 1066 AD. This beautifully preserved early Tudor, timber framed dwelling is a prominent feature of the complex and highlights the fact that we are more than just a Wax Works. Here, one can rub shoulders with famous and infamous characters, across 2000 years of the Island's colourful history from Roman times to the present day. The dramatic scenes, which incorporate authentic costumes and period furniture, are cleverly brought to life with sound, light and animation.

The Chamber of Horrors

Set in the Castle Dungeons - Many of the more ingenious methods of torture used through the ages are on display, including the authentic world famous Instruments of Torture from the Royal Castle of Nuremberg. Don't forget your camera - you can photograph your own execution!

World of Nature

A stroll through the Castle Courtyard brings you this unusual Museum. Here one can study at close quarters animals, birds and reptiles from all over the World in large colourful scenes, depicting their natural surroundings.

There are viewing cases for some of the smaller creatures, as World of Nature covers a vast range, from a minute Rhinoceros Beetle to an African Elephant. The different stages of Taxidermy are also shown, including a reconstruction of a Victorian Taxidermist at work.

Finally, there is 'Professor Copperthwaite's Fabulous Exhibition of Oddities' containing some amazing and bizarre creatures, including the elusive Yeti!

Visitors are also able to watch the fascinating art of candle carving, and demonstrations are regularly given from Easter to September.

We also offer a Gift shop and free parking at the rear of the site.

Web Site:- www.iwwaxworks.co.uk

Opening times: 10am - 10pm during High Season. 10am - 5pm September to May.

Please phone to confirm December opening times on 0870 458 4477.

"Kynges" Gift shop and Candle Carving open 10am - 5pm daily during High Season.

Island Residents Offer:- Half Price entry for Island residents (proof of Island residency will be required). Island Adult £2.65 Island child £1.75 Island OAP. £2.00

Brading Council Offices offer Advice, Internet Access. Town Brochures et al. VISIT our Station -Bicycle hire and Railway history.

Open :- Monday. 8 - 45 am to 12 -00

Tuesday. 8 - 45 am to 4 - 45 pm.

Wednesday. 8 - 45 am to 4 - 45 pm.

Thursday. 8 - 45 am to 4 - 45 pm.

Friday. 8 - 45 am to 12 - 00.

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