English Heritage - Osborne House - Free entry

Open on Mother's Day

Free entry

English Heritage – Osborne House

7–8 March 2026, 11–15 March 2026

Free entry Family friendly Heritage Outdoors & Nature No pre-booking required

A grand historic building with a tall, square tower overlooks a manicured garden featuring a central fountain, surrounded by lush green fields under a clear blue sky. — English Heritage

Offer details

'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot,' said Queen Victoria of her holiday home Osborne, and we agree! Osborne was built for her and Prince Albert, so visiting today gives an unparalleled glimpse into her reign. The staterooms are a masterpiece of Victorian opulence, and you can wander through the building, immersing yourself in a lavish world of banquets and dancing, with much of the original furniture. But Osborne was also a family home, and kids can learn more about Victoria’s nine children at Swiss Cottage – once their own private world which included a play kitchen and shop. There is a play area, adventure trail, and interactive exhibition.

Spring is the perfect time to visit the gardens, especially the terrace gardens with their ornate tulip display, and don’t forget to head to the water too. Osborne looks out over Victoria’s private beach with beautiful views of the sea – you can still go inside her bathing machine! Head through the woodland walk and find yourself on a perfect sandy beach, maybe even get an ice-cream from our Beach Café.

Parking:

Free parking 50m from reception centre, and additional parking a further 230m from the house entrance.

How to take part

You don’t need to book your visit in advance, but if you’d like to you can book online using code NLOPENWEEK26. Please remember to bring proof of purchase of a National Lottery game with you to show on the day. One Lottery game allows access for one adult and two children, but please book a separate ticket for each visitor.

Terms and conditions

English Heritage will be taking part in National Lottery Open Week with a special offer of Free entry

This offer will run on 7–8 March 2026, 11–15 March 2026

Booking in advance is not required.

One National Lottery ticket (physical or digital), scratchcard, or Instant Win Game will give access to One adult and two children.

Booking is not essential, but you can book your visit online using code NLOPENWEEK26.

You can redeem your free entry at participating sites only.

Proof of purchase of a National Lottery game must be presented at the admissions desk on arrival and can be either a hard-copy or digital ticket. Pre-booked tickets will not be valid without proof of purchase of a National Lottery game.

No refunds can be given retrospectively.

All National Lottery games, including National Lottery draw-based games, Instant Win Games, and National Lottery scratchcards, purchased in-store and online / via app, qualify to redeem this offer.

Proof of purchase of a National Lottery game can be either hard copy ticket or digital.

The date of draw / purchase is not relevant.

All offers are subject to availability.

English Heritage has the right to refuse entry in the unlikely event of venue / offer reaching capacity, as well as unforeseen circumstances.

In the event of queries on the day, the organisation's decision is final.

This offer is not exchangeable.