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Lilliput Doll and Toy Museum

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Lilliput Doll and Toy Museum

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  • Over 2,000 antique dolls and toys dating from 2000BC to 1950
  • See the scorched wax doll with a tragic history
  • Meet Rags the Dog, a WWII RAF mascot
  • View well-known cartoon character exhibits including Popeye and Muffin the Mule
  • See a mechanical Autoperipatetikos walking doll

The Lilliput Doll and Toy Museum, in the ancient town of Brading on the Isle of Wight, houses a collection of over 2,000 dolls and toys dating from 2000BC to 1950. You can see unique exhibits such as a scorched Victorian wax doll with a poignant history, Rags the Dog, a WWII RAF mascot, and well-known cartoon characters including Popeye and Muffin the Mule. It suits families and anyone curious about antique toys and their stories. The museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm, and closed Mondays and Thursdays. Brading station is just 0.3 miles away, and Yaverland beach 1.5 miles away, with 228 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays for those planning a longer visit.

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Open
Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm
Best for
Families interested in dolls, toys and history

From the attraction's own website on 21 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.

Facilities

  • ✓ Gift Shop
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Places to stay near Lilliput Doll and Toy Museum

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Downedge

🏖️ 1.05 miles from Yaverland (Excellent water quality)

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