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Meade have very generously donated another telescope to raffle at the Astronomy Festival. This year ...
read more » 20th Jul 2010 15:47
The Centre will open from 8pm on the 12th August for a chance to spot the Perseids Meteor Shower as ...
read more » 20th Jul 2010 15:40
A new gallery has been launched on the web site to showcase some of the amazing photos taken during ...
read more » 29th Apr 2010 15:57
The Observatory Science Centre
Herstmonceux
Hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 1RN
Tel: 01323 832731
Fax: 01323 832741

Outdoor Exhibits

The large scale outdoor exhibits are found in areas called The Discovery Park, Water Planet and Water Play.

These giant interactive exhibits explore themes of Forces & Gravity, Movement and Sound in a way that is not only ‘hands-on' but often ‘feet-on' too!  Many of these exciting exhibits require more than one person to operate them which encourages group participation and team work.

Some pupils look upon these areas as a playground in which to have fun, not even realising that they are learning at the same time!
Telephone: 01323 832731
Each exhibit has an explainer alongside with information of not only of how to use the exhibit, but of what is happening and why.  Just watch the older pupils with these amazing exhibits - don't ever believe a teenager that says they are too old to play!
The exhibits are on all weather surfaces, but as an outdoor facility they may not be useable in all weathers, especially as they are accessed across grass.
The water exhibits are drained and switched off in the winter months.

All pupils require close supervision in the outdoor areas and younger children may need adult assistance with some of the exhibits.  Appropriate clothing / footwear should be worn.
Discovery Park Risk Assessment
Water Exhibits Risk Assessment