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The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux
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Herstmonceux
Hailsham
BN27 1RN
East Sussex
England
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Telescope Domes
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Collection details
Science and Technology
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Contact details
General information (Tel)
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01323 832731
General information (Fax)
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01323 832741
E-mail
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info@the-observatory.org
Website
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www.the-observatory.org
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Open
We are open 7 days a week from 26th - 30th November. Also open weekend 6/7 Dec. Hours are 10.00-5pm (January/February/March, October/November/December), 10.00-6pm April-September)Last admission 2hrs before closing. Please visit our website for details of these dates and other special events throughout the year
Discovery Park weather permitting
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Admission charges
Adults £7.00
Children 4 - 15 years £5.18
Children 3 years and under Free
Seniors £5.45
Family Group of 4 (2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children) £21.50
Family group of 5 (2 adults + 3 children or 1 adult + 4 children) £24.50
Members Free
Carers (ID required) Free
The Observatory Science Centre reserves the right to alter admission charges without prior notice.
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Description
The Observatory Science Centre is one of the country's leading Science Centres. Explore Science, Space and Astronomy with over 100 exhibits and travelling exhibitions. The popular 'Discovery Park' is the Observatory's outdoor science playground. There are many exciting giant sized interactive exhibits for a real hands-on experience.
The Observatory Science Centre opened in April 1995, on the grounds of the former Royal Observatory. The domes, buildings and telescopes are being renovated and the Centre is a major venue for exhibitions, lectures and educational programmes. Research and training facilities are being developed in conjunction with local universities, colleges and technology-based businesses. The renovated telescopes are providing a unique facility for schools, colleges and astronomical societies.
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Events
The Herstmonceux Science centre astronomy Festival 2008
Exhibition; Guided tour; Lecture; Performance; Workshop (Event)
Astronomy and space
Guided tour; Lecture; Workshop (Event)
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Foreign language leaflet or brochure available
Parking for coaches
Guided tours
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Disability Access
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
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Children and Families
Baby changing facilities
Children's play area
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
Picnic area
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General Education
Adult lectures and courses held
CD-ROM guide available
Education facilities available
Loan service
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Gardens open to public
Meeting room available
Picnic area
Refreshments
Shop
Study facilities
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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