Sparkling Stars

Gates open at 7.00pm and the evening is free flowing around the Centre.  There will be announcements throughout the evening to keep you informed about which telescopes are open and how to access them.  The indoor exhibits will be available to explore but it will be too dark for our outdoor exhibits.

Food and drinks will be available to purchase from our café.

This evening includes a presentation in our large inflatable planetarium. This means that you don't have to worry about the clouds! However, if the weather is clear you will also be able to view through the telescopes and look at some fascinating night sky objects.

Planetarium times are as follows, please let us know which show you would like to attend at the time of booking.

7:15pm

8:15pm

9:15pm

10:15pm

Don’t forget to wear warm clothing – you will be outside for much of the evening!

Did you know? Using red rather than white light torches means your eyes are better adapted to see in the dark.  Our site is lit up with red lights during stargazing evenings and you can purchase red light torches online or download an app such as NightVision Light in the Apple App Store.

Tickets are non refundable.

Accessibility: please be aware that due to our historic building, all except one of our telescope domes are accessed by steep narrow stairs.  Our site is otherwise accessible.  If you are a blue badge holder, there are 5 parking bays available at the back of the building, please follow the signs.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL

£36 per person