The Observatory Science Centre

As you drive through the gates of the Observatory Science Centre near Hailsham in Sussex,the copper clad domes housing giant telescopes stand strangely at odds with the rural surroundings and there’s little to give away the fun inside. But once you’ve entered and pottered around the excellent little gift shop full of science-based toys, there are dozens of mini experiments to try which will appeal to every age. Compete with your family to see who has the best reaction times to sound and light, learn how earthquakes work, and play the interactive constellations game. As well as this, there are regular talks on the giant space telescopes and when the weather’s nice the outside play area, again based around physics and simply brilliant, is gorgeous to sit in and enjoy a picnic. Oh, and check out the coffee shop (with super cakes) where you sit at benches once occupied by scientists and astronomers. An ingenious, under-publicised attraction that appeals to every generation.

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Information on The Observatory Science Centre , Hertsmonceux , Wartling Road , Hailsham

Opening Times:	Daily, 29 Jan to 27 Nov.
Admission:	With Gift Aid: Adult £8.60, Child (4-16) £6.45, Senior £6.75, Family (4) £26.50. Without Gift Aid: Adult £7.80, Child £5.85, Senior £6.10, Family of 4 £24.10. Members Free. Carers Free. Group rates available.
Child Friendly:	Children of all ages welcome (Any age)
Dog Friendly:	No

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Tue 28 May 2013 – Tue 28 May 2013

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Sat 13 Jul 2013 – Sat 13 Jul 2013

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Tue 30 Jul 2013 – Tue 30 Jul 2013

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Wed 31 Jul 2013 – Wed 31 Jul 2013

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Tue 06 Aug 2013 – Tue 06 Aug 2013

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Wed 07 Aug 2013 – Wed 07 Aug 2013

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Sat 10 Aug 2013 – Sat 10 Aug 2013

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Tue 13 Aug 2013 – Tue 13 Aug 2013

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Thu 15 Aug 2013 – Thu 15 Aug 2013

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