Entry Adults £15 children (ages 0-17) free. The entry fee covers all the activities on site for the day except for the jet car kits. Doors open 10:30. Events start at 11:00.
Advance booking is recommended to avoid queuing, however tickets are available on the door. New for this year, planetarium shows will be ticketed (no extra charge) to manage capacity. On arrival, you are recommended to book a ticket for the time you wish to avoid disappointment.
The countdown is on for an unforgettable day at Sidmouth’s famous observatory! Space and science themed talks, walks and activities for all the family. Build and launch your own rocket, explore the wonders of the telescopes and join a fascinating planetarium show. Don’t miss the always popular jet car building and racing. Highlights include:
Also, join in with:
- Space Detectives
- Leonardo Helicopters
- Institute of Physics - hands on science
- ‘Blue streak rocket’ exhibit
- Owls R Us
- Learn about the life of a NASA/ESA Astrophysicist - display
- Renewable Energy with Colin White
- Meet the Artist, Irene Hirons - sketching and colouring fun with our resident artist
And more!
Jasper’s Catering and Think Outside the Box Coffee available onsite all day
In association with the Norman Lockyer Observatory.
