Seasonal Celebration by Starlight
6 December 2024: Come and join us as we celebrate the joyous festive season with Santa and festive music plus viewing the stars (weather permitting).
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We are very excited to introduce our “Seasonal Celebration by Starlight” event.
Come and join us for a late afternoon/early evening festive treat of music and the stars! Our café will be open, offering a variety of hot drinks, hot food and snacks. Get into the festive spirit and try our delicious mince pies and mulled wine.
SSSSHHH a secret visit from Santa and a chance to have a selfie with him before he ventures back off to the North Pole to prepare for that big day.
To get you really in the mood we are delighted to announce a special guest appearance from the Eastbourne Silver Band playing a compilation of festive music in our Geodesic Dome.
Following Santa and the band you will have the opportunity to visit the domes to meet our astronomers who will guide you on a view of the night sky through our historic telescopes (weather permitting).
Itinerary:
4.30pm Gates open.
5.30pm-6.30pm Selfie with Santa in the Geodesic Dome
6.30pm -7.30pm Eastbourne Silver Band playing festive music in the marquee
7.30pm-9.30pm Domes open for stargazing (weather permitting) or chats with the astronomers in the telescope domes (if the weather isn't suitable for viewing). You are free to explore the indoor exhibits and shop throughout the evening. The cafe will be open for drinks, snacks, mulled wine and mince pies. Hot food will be served until 8pm. Cafe will close at 9pm.
Come and celebrate the festive season: an event for ALL to enjoy!
We look forward to seeing you!
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The Observatory Science Centre is part of Science Projects Ltd, a company limited by guarantee registered in England No: 02186073 and a registered charity No: 298542. The registered office is Unit 1 Warren Farm, Steventon, Basingstoke, Hampshire UK, RG25 3BL.