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The Observatory Science Centre
The Observatory Science Centre
Museum - Science, £6.15-£8.80
Details
Enjoy hands-on science and discovery among the domes and telescopes of a former world famous observatory. With over 100 interactive science exhibits, as well as Telescope Tours, Open Evenings to view the night sky, Astronomy Courses and many Special Events throughout the year, our aim is to make science spectacular and fun for everyone.
Opening details
10 am - 5 pm
January / February / March and October / November / December
10 am - 6 pm
April / May / June / July / August / September
Last admission 2 hours before closing
Prices
The Observatory Science Centre reserves the right to alter admission charges without prior notice.
With Gift Aid / Without Gift Aid
Adult: £9.10 / £8.25
Child (4-16 yrs): £6.90 / £6.25
Senior: £7.30 / £6.60
Family of 4: £28.30 / £25.70
(Maximum 2 Adults i.e. 2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children)
Family of 5: £32.25 / £29.30
(Maximum 2 Adults i.e. 2 adults + 3 children or 1 adult + 4 children)
Members: FREE
Carers (ID required): FREE
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Urban Jump
Eastbourne Redoubt
Drusillas Park
Bateman's
Fri 22 - Sat 30 May: John Searle's Funfair at Princes Park
Sovereign Centre
Cineworld
01323 832731
info@the-observatory.org
www.the-observatory.org
email a friendAddress
Wartling Road,
Herstmonceux,
Hailsham,
East Sussex,
BN27 1RN
Location
Directions
See location on Google mapsMap reference: TQ 646103 Lat: 50.86962 Long: 0.33843
Signposted from A272 Road at Herstmonceux two miles east of village on Boreham Street to Pevensey road. Look for sign to Herstmonceux Castle on A271 or A27
Parking: free
Nearby
Local AccommodationFacilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
special accessibility entrance
- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Has a ramp
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesFood
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
- Vegetarian
- High chairs for children
- Children's menu
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
- To the gift shop
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
- Baby changing facilities
General
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
- Wheelchairs provided
- Free
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
Notes
As an historic site, accessibility is very limited, especially where the telescope domes are concerned. It is provided wherever possible. In the cafe as much help as possible is given with dietary requirements. There is a special entrance with a ramp for the disabled as the main entrance is difficult.
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