Groups & Educational Visits
46 THE OBSERVATORY SCIENCE CENTRE
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Group Bookings: Facilities and Discounts
GROUP VISITS
The Observatory Science Centre is an ideal venue for a coach outing, group meeting place, astronomy societies, summer play scheme etc. All ages and abilities will find something to entertain and educate, from the wide range of fun hands-on exhibits indoors and out, the historic telescopes, and exhibition ‘Domes of Discovery’ and our amazing science shows! Science learning is not just for the young, but also for the young at heart – we aim to put the ‘fun’ back into ‘science’ for everyone!
Groups and societies with a particular affiliation to astronomy or engineering may like to book a private tour. There are 6 domes at the centre, 3 of which are not normally open, but you will be taken to these on your tour (time permitting).
- Ample Free parking for coaches, minibuses & cars
- Access to a delightful historic site in rural East Sussex
- Free entry for your coach driver
- Ample picnic space for eating outdoors
- Café serving refreshments, sandwiches & light meals etc. We can discuss group catering requirements on an individual basis to incorporate morning coffee & pastries, buffet lunches, cream teas etc.
- Fantastic gift shop packed with a unique range of pocket money science toys (starting at 15 pence!) & souvenirs as well as science books, resources & astronomy related items
Costs for groups of 15+ visitors
Adults £6.50
Seniors £5
Children £4.75
Private telescope tour 90 pence pp
With special needs groups, where carer support is required, carers are admitted free of charge (maximum ratio 1-1)
School groups
£4.50 per pupil Telescope tours 75 pence per pupil
To Book or to discuss your visit, please ring Jo Harris 01323 832731
or email j.harris@the-observatory.org
Contact Details
The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1RN
www.the-observatory.org
T +44 (0)1323 832731
E info@the-observatory.org