Respect, Protect & Enjoy

• Introduced signage to provide clear guidance to visitors: social distancing, hand sanitiser points, one-way systems etc.
• Installed sanitiser points around the site so you can sanitise your hands frequently
• Installed protective screens at our reception / shop, The Launch Box catering unit and The Cafe
• Prepared the bright, airy marquee with tables, chairs for eating etc. suitable for shade from the sun or shelter from the rain
• Moved exhibits into the bright airy geodesic dome
• Removed some exhibits from indoor galleries, especially if they have lots of small parts
• Closed some galleries in-line with the latest COVID-19 Government advice, to maintain social distancing
• Introduced a food and drink takeaway service
• Staff & Volunteers will wear face coverings
  
  
  

The Launch Box and The Cafe are open and every purchase helps to support us...

The Launch Box

• The food order and pay point has a screen guard
• Contactless payment requested where possible
• Extended hot food menu
• Takeaway meal deals can be pre-ordered for collection as you depart the site

The Cafe

• The pay point has a screen guard 
• Contactless payment requested where possible
• The Cafe will be selling: hot & cold drinks, crisps, sweets, individually wrapped cakes, cereal bars & ice creams

Table and Chairs

• The large, airy marquee provides shade from sun or shelter from rain and has been set out with tables and chairs
• Tables and chairs have been removed from The Cafe
• Tables and chairs will be regularly cleaned

Disposable mugs will be used for all hot drinks. We regret we are currently unable to fill your own mug.

There are plenty of places to picnic in the grounds whilst respecting social distancing.

Please clear your own rubbish to the bins provided.

Toilet facilities are open with additional cleaning procedures in place.

We are operating a queue system with 'Stop/Go turnstile' to ensure social distancing is maintained.

The Access / gender-neutral toilet is available: please just ask a member of staff. This wheelchair accessible facility includes height adjustable changing bed and hoist.

Baby Change facilities are in the Access toilet room.
 
We will always help our visitors wherever possible, but we cannot permit entry to use toilet facilities unless you have pre-booked admission.

Our Shop is open and every purchase helps to support us...

• The till point has a screen guard 
• Contactless payment requested where possible
• Less stock on display
• Collection service available

On arrival: we request you do not browse the shop and stock will be covered.

During your visit: reception & shop will be staffed throughout your visit and you are welcome to return to the shop or when you depart the site, adhering to social distancing rules at all times.

We can bag multiple items ready for you to collect at your convenience.

After your visit: we have a great on-line shop and we are constantly adding & refreshing the products available.