Godshill Village

This is cute pretty village and is very popular with visitors. Not a single attraction but it needs to be in this list as there is so much to do here or one can choose which parts to visit and its free. Craft shops, cafe's, Godshill Church (worth a walk up to), cider barn, two pubs, gift shops, a wishing well, a small garden to visit behind The Old Smithy gift shop, The Model Village. Easy ample free parking opposite The Griffin pub. Bus stop nearby, toilets.

Above image seen on many postcards and fudge box fronts it is the near the church which is on a hill. Legend has it that Godshill got its name after builders gave up trying to build the church at the bottom of the hill, as every night stones were found to have been mysteriously moved up the hill. So it was built on the hill as a result. The Old Smithy wishing well The Old Smith gift shop and free garden, the wishing well is fun to try and make the bell ring! Another photo oppertunity close by is the stocks. Godshill Cider Barn Some potent real rough cider sold here as well as the more tame or polished type, jams and chutneys as well, this year we noticed that spirits are sold here as well as cider by the pint with a takeout option. Godshill Cafe Several Cafe's with outdoor seating and some good food on offer.