Birthday Parties: No matter what the weather, we offer a Spectacular venue for an unforgettable birthday celebration

10.30 am to 1.30 pm with lunch at midday OR midday to 3 pm with lunch at 1 pm (or times to be discussed).

£16.25 per child, includes:

• Food served in The Big Space marquee: fries with burger (meat or veg) or hot dog freshly cooked from The Launch Box catering unit, plus ice cream with crumbled cookies for dessert and carton of apple or orange juice.
• Visit to 1 of the Telescope Domes with 1 of our team for an informative talk (max 25 mins) and lots of Q&A opportunity!
• A fun activity led by 1 of our team to explore the exciting world of science. Themes include: 'Flight', 'Space', 'Sound'.
• Access to the indoor interactive hands-on exhibits.
• Access to the giant science equipment in the outdoor Discovery Park and Water Planet areas (weather permitting).
  
  

We request a deposit of £65 when you make the booking.

Payment is due in full the day before your party when you confirm the numbers attending.

Catering alternatives can be discussed but may be subject to additional charge.

With every 4 children you can bring 1 adult free of charge to help you supervise your group.

Adults above the free ratio can stay for a reduced admission of just £7 pp. 
Siblings (age 4+) of party guests will also be charged £7 admission and must be supervised by an adult at all times. Adult meals can be ordered on the day, plus our Café will be open if you wish to purchase drinks & snacks.

Please note: the charity is unable to refund any overpayments.

What better way for your budding astronomer to celebrate their birthday than with a twilight stargazing party...

4pm to 7pm or 5pm to 8pm (or similar to be discussed).

£325 for group up to 12 children and 3 adults, includes:

• Exclusive access to the science centre
• Food : fries with burger (meat or veg) or hot dog freshly cooked fom The Launch Box catering unit, plus ice cream with crumbled cookies for dessert and hot drink of choice or carton of fruit juice.
• A member of our team guiding you to the telescope domes for an informative talk and lots of Q&A opportunity!
• Viewing through an historic telescope (weather / light permitting).
• Access to the indoor interactive hands-on exhibits.
• Access to the giant science equipment in the outdoor Discovery Park and Water Planet areas (weather / light permitting).
  
  

We request a deposit of £65 when you make the booking.

Payment is due in full the day before your party when you confirm the numbers attending.

Catering alternatives can be discussed but may be subject to additional charge.

Please note: the charity is unable to refund any overpayments.

• The Centre is the venue for your party: we do NOT supervise your children. You bring a ratio of free adults (1 per 4 children) who have responsibility for the children at all times. 

A member of our team will be your party co-ordinator on the day and will meet your group, advise of timings, lead the tour, activity and generally oversee and be on hand to answer questions. They will not take responsibility for your children.

•You will be required to sign a Birthday Party Code of Conduct ensuring that the adults accompanying the party will be responsible for the safe conduct of the children at ALL times. 

•A deposit of £65 is required at the time of booking, which is non-refundable if the party is cancelled by you with less than 3 weeks' notice. You will be charged for the minimum of 8 children, even if less than 8 attend.

If The Centre is forced to close you have the option of 'Paying-it-Forward' to secure a future date.

•For daytime parties: payment balance is due the day before the party. 

•For twilight parties: payment is taken in full at the time of booking. 

You can arrive 15 minutes ahead of your party guests and we request everyone leaves the site no later than 15 minutes after the party end time.

•Drop off / pick up for daytime parties is in our entrance reception / shop. We do not permit anyone to enter unless they have been paid for and are on your party list. If families dropping off / picking up their child wish to enter the site they must pay the admission price.                       

With a twilight party there is no option for additional children / adults to stay at The Centre.

•Children & adults should dress appropriately for the weather conditions especially if hoping to use the outdoor areas or have booked a twilight party. Everywhere is kept open and well ventilated.

•Allergen information available on request. We are unable to cater for severe allergies and children on a very restricted diet may prefer to bring their own food. Please ensure you make us aware of special requirements and we will do our best to meet your needs, but may need to charge a supplement. 

•The main buildings have very sensitive smoke alarms, but you are welcome to light candles for your birthday cake in The Big Space marquee.

•We do NOT use balloons in any activity. 

•We do NOT include sweets or balloons in the Goody Bags. 

•The Observatory Science Centre accepts no responsibility for personal property / presents etc.