Once you have experienced the castle and village, which took us about an hour, you
might be in need of some light refreshment; this can be found in the cafe in the main
visitor centre. You will also find a well stocked gift shop, and along with the usual
range of gifts you would expect to find at an attraction like this, there is also a good
selection of genuine vintage toys and annuals for sale. Maybe you can find that one
special toy that will take you back to your childhood?
Once refreshed, you exit the gift shop and make your way up the long and
winding path towards the House on the Hill. You can't miss it; just follow the
dinosaur footprints. On the way, you will pass the dinosaur enclosure with its many
full sized models. When you do finally arrive at the museum's front door, you will
know just why it is called the house on the hill, as a plaque on the wall tells you that
you are now standing 250 feet above sea level. Once inside, you will see not only the
80,000+ vintage toys, books and games that span the last 100+ years, you will also be
able to play on the many vintage slot machines that are displayed throughout the
museum.
Sooty Band Show, Mutoscope and Laughing Sailor.
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