The Observatory Science Centre
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Good place for kids and big kids alike. Not necessarily somewhere you'd spend the whole day, but definitely worth a few hours.
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We are a family of 5 and visited with friends this weekend. Our boys are 10, 7 and 4 and we had the most amazing day. The science show was great and the guys running it were very engaging and even my 4 year old was interested. The tour of the telescope was brilliant, the tour guide was so knowledgeable, funny and passionate about astronomy. We found it so interesting. The customer service was outstanding, everyone had a smile on their faces and were so helpful! We will definitely be visiting again!
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A fantastic find. A range of great interactive activities both inside and outside. Very well designed and thought out. We had an enjoyable morning here and felt it was good value for money
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Awesome place so much fun for little ones and parents couldn't recommend it enough.
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Such a great place to visit
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The exhibits were great and the show was really engaging.
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Really fascinating for all ages, a lot of hands on science activities, all modern and fun.
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Great day out
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Wonderful day out for families as all ages find plenty to do. Science shows are great fun. The website is underwhelming so don't let that out you off, you won't be disappointed.
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This place seemed like a hidden gem for younger families as I hadn’t come across it before, but provided several hours of fun for my family with a range of hands-on science stuff, both inside and outside, covering physics, space and optics amongst others. Plus the chance to see some parts of the observatory, although would have liked a bit more of that aspect.
Entry price seemed good value, whilst price of on-site food and gift shop also seemed reasonable.
In the short-term, probably not for those more nervous about Covid given its largely hands-on nature and inconsistent mask wearing.
Entry price seemed good value, whilst price of on-site food and gift shop also seemed reasonable.
In the short-term, probably not for those more nervous about Covid given its largely hands-on nature and inconsistent mask wearing.
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Took my 12 year old son here today, found it very interesting, interactive and informative..Great place..lovely picnic areas..and the show was very good. Staff good and knowledgeable
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Great! Very interesting and funny in the same time.
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It's a gem. Grade 2 listed 50's architecture. Surreal looking domes covered with verdigris copper housing some telescopes from the Royal Observatory at Greenwich. Lots of hands on exhibits illustrating physics basics.
Planetarium display at scheduled times projected onto the interior of one of the observatory domes.
Planetarium display at scheduled times projected onto the interior of one of the observatory domes.
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Still excellent even with Covid safe measures. Almost everything is open and the staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic!
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Awesome for kids. Plenty to learn for adults too. So well cared for. Don't miss this.
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Is destinctly ok
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Had a lovely afternoon out here. They are only selling limited number of tickets for each session and found that it wasn't too busy this way and social distancing possible. The children loved all the interactive exhibitions and the outside area amazing!
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Great day out for the family. Very educational.
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As promised, very good experience with activities inside and outside.
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It was very interesting day out.
Very nice cheese burger with chips from the van which had a large marquee to eat them in. Lot for the children to Play on and experience science games
Very nice cheese burger with chips from the van which had a large marquee to eat them in. Lot for the children to Play on and experience science games
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Took 2 (nearly) 4 year olds and they had a great time. Maybe a bit weather dependent but still plenty to do. Friendly staff, good time had by all.
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I think entrance fee is very reasonable for what you get. There are plenty of activities and some talks too. It's a really relaxed and good atmosphere which sometimes Its broken by the sounds of kids having fun loudly so if you like kids it's a great place to be. The interactive things on-site definitely make the kids (and Adults), think of how things work! I've taken my youngest a couple of times now and I think I also learn something every time. There are lots of outdoor fun so I'd check the weather before going. There is also places to order food and eat safely during these Covid-19 times. I would check the website first too as there is information about open times. I didn't do this and had to pass the time for an hour before we were allowed in. I was lucky my daughter was hungry so we popped to the local McDonald's and took it back to eat in the car whilst we had fun passing the time away. It was a great day out Daddy Thank you! is always what I love to hear. Thank you The Observatory Herstmonceux.
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Interesting and masses to do. Children love it!
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Excellent place for small minds. Lots of activities and fun games for kids to enjoy.
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Fantastic day out. Lots to do and see - especially the dome tour and talk. Brilliant place to take the kids- fun and education in one place.
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