The Observatory Science Centre is part of the educational charity Science Projects Ltd: dedicated to the promotion of Science for All.
Your purchase helps to support us as we strive to maintain and develop this unique attraction in a Grade II* Listed site.
£400 for up to 15 persons
£14.75 per additional person
We recommend 2 - 3 hours anytime from 6 pm, ending no later than 11 pm.
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"I would like to thank you for last night, it was a really good, informative evening and everybody seemed to be thoroughly enjoying themselves; plus we couldn't have asked for more perfect weather conditions. The domes really are fascinating!"
Private use of the site.
Access to the indoor interactive exhibits.
Telescope Tour with a knowledgeable guide which will include a dome that is not normally open to the public.
This is a relaxed, informal evening with plenty of opportunity for you to ask astronomy questions.
Viewing through an historic telescope (weather / light permitting), or in the absence of fair weather you will have a planetarium style presentation.
If time permits, a visit to the exhibition 'Domes of Discovery- the story of The Royal Observatory' which brings to life the 300 year history of one of the most famous scientific institutions in the world.
We have a choice of spaces available for seated catering: the Café seats up to 24 and the main geodesic dome seats up to 80.
The corridor of interactive exhibits is an ideal space to explore with canapes or finger buffet served from our Café.
Our Catering Manager will discuss options to suit your budget.
After dark all visitors must pay attention to where they are walking and ensure children are constantly supervised.
We recommend warm clothing as you will be going outside and there is no heating in the telescope domes nor exhibit corridor..
Visitors may like to bring a torch: red light if possible.
You will be assisted by friendly, dedicated employees and volunteers. All have a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Certificate and many are registered STEM Ambassadors. They will ensure your evening is memorable, no matter what the weather brings.
There is ample FREE parking for coaches, minibuses & cars.
This is a NON-SMOKING site, which includes E-cigarettes.
Did you know; you can book an exclusive visit to The Observatory Science Centre: Morning / Afternoon / Evening.
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The Observatory Science Centre is part of Science Projects Ltd, a company limited by guarantee registered in England No: 02186073 and a registered charity No: 298542. The registered office is Unit 1 Warren Farm, Steventon, Basingstoke, Hampshire UK, RG25 3BL.
