Godshill Model Village has confirmed the removal of a tiny pitch invader who for years could be spotted dashing across a miniature football match scene. The Godshill Model Village footballer pitch streaker (Image: Timothy Welstead)He praised the attraction for its "whimsical sense of humour," noting the many playful details dotted throughout the village, and said the streaker had always brought "innocent delight" to his children over the years. Mr Willoughby questioned whether the character could truly cause offence, suggesting it was in keeping with the light-hearted spirit of the model village. The County Press reached out to Godshill Model Village, and director Penny Dyer said the decision followed feedback from a small number of visitors. See the before and after belowThe Godshill Model Village footballer pitch streaker (Image: Timothy Welstead)The football pitch at Godshill Model Village, now the streaker has been removed (Image: Timothy Welstead)She added that the reference itself may also have lost its relevance with younger generations.