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Tuesday 14th May 2013 - 11:40 BBC Sky at Night

The BBC Sky at Night team have filmed the whole of the next episode here at The Observatory Science Centre. Catch us as we feature on the 2nd June around midnight for the complete programme and then again on BBC4 at 7.30pm 6th June and BBC2 around midday 8th June. It has been a pleasure to welcome the crew which included, the two main presenters Dr Chris Lintott and Dr Lucie Green accompanied by, Jon Culshaw, Dr Chris North, Dr Paul Abel and Pete Lawrence.

Monday 29th April 2013 - 18:17 We're recruiting

We have the following seasonal, part time vacancies:
Weekend assistant
Weekday assistant

Job desriptions and the application form are in the ABOUT US section of this website.

If you wish to apply for a position you should complete the application form and send to Mrs J Harris.

Applications will not be considered if you submit your CV without a completed application form.

Thursday 4th April 2013 - 13:46 Calling all Teachers- Limited Places Available!

On Friday 12th April The Centre will be the venue for an astronomy themed Teacher Training Workshop being offered by the National Schools' Observatory. Financial support is available. Registration and full information via:

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Wednesday 27th February 2013 - 15:47 Meet the Expert

We are seeking scientists associated with Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC) to be involved in an exciting new project: Explore Your Universe. This is an amazing opportunity to interact with the public and spread science!
Please call Sandra Voss on 01323 832731

Monday 21st January 2013 - 11:36 January 2013 - SNOW!

Winter weather well and truly arrived - but The Centre did look beautiful!

Tuesday 4th December 2012 - 12:32 Brand New Exhibits for 2013

The Earth and Beyond gallery is having a face lift! All the exhibits (apart from the magic planet globe) are being replaced with a brand new set of approximately 25 interactives. The gallery will tell the Earth's story with some fascinating story boards aswell as the new exhibits. Space will also be explored with new graphics and screens alongside the beautiful magic planet globe.

In addition there will be a BRAND NEW Constellations game "Reach for the Stars" which explores mythological characters associated with the constellations and helps you navigate across the night sky.

Monday 12th November 2012 - 16:54 Eastbourne Youth Radio 2012

EYR will be broadcasting from the studios of Sussex Downs College 14 - 16 November on 87.7FM and globally at www.eyr.org.uk. Once again, The Centre is pleased to be supporting a local school for this annual event, organised by the Eastbourne Education Business Partnership.
Pupils from Stone Cross Primary School visited The Centre in preparation for their one hour radio presentation.
You can hear them from 10 am - 11 am on Friday 16th November

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Thursday 20th September 2012 - 13:01 Explore Your Universe

We are delighted to announce that an application to participate in the Explore Your Universe: atoms to astrophysics project was successful. The Selection panel were extremely impressed with the quality of applications received and selected 10 ASDC members to take part in this national strategic partnership. The Observatory Science Centre has been chosen as one of these 10 Centres and we are very much looking forward to 2013 when the activities will take place.

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Saturday 11th August 2012 - 13:59 Stunning water lilies

You can support The Centre and take home a magnificent water lily. Throughout the summer we have had a 'lucky dip' tub of root stock available at our reception for a donation of just £5 per root. Lily roots will be available again in 2013 once the growing season is underway. We can't guarantee the colour, but when you look at our pond you will see just how stunning all of the lilies are.

Tuesday 19th June 2012 - 14:15 STEM Teacher Open Day

On Saturday 30th June 2012, we would like to invite STEM teachers and their families to visit The Centre free of charge.

Please see attached document for further details and email Jo Harris for further information j.harris@the-observatory.org

We regret we are unable to admit teachers free of charge without approved school ID.

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