The Observatory Science Centre
Herstmonceux
Spectacular hands-on science and discovery among the domes and telescopes of a world famous astronomical observatory. With over 100 indoor and outdoor exhibits there's something for visitors of all ages to enjoy.
Accessibility
Mobility and/or building
- Exhibits Are Mostly At Wheelchair Height
- Other (please specify)
The Observatory is an old building, steps at reception cannot be avoided but there is good wheelchair access at the rear of the building.
The hands-on exhibits are in a long wide corridor which is wheelchair accessible. The exhibits themselves are at a low height and accessible.
The exhibition in Dome F is accessible.
Dome E housing an historic refractor telescope is accessible during daytime.
Disabled Parking & Drop-off
- Blue Badge
- Designated Disabled Parking
There are four blue badge parking bays.
Blue Badge holders are asked to stop at reception and buy tickets, then drive to the Blue Badge parking area at the rear of the building where there is wheelchair access.
Toileting/Changing
- Accessible Toilets
- Grab/Drop Down Rails
- Baby Changing Facilities
The accessible toilet is on the ground floor and has a height adjustable bed and hoist.
Guide Dogs
- Guide Dogs Welcome
The Unexpected
- There are flashing lights
- There can be sudden loud noise
It can get noisy, the exhibition area is a large corridor and acoustics are exaggerated.
There are flashing lights in the separate ‘Light and Colour’ exhibition – there is a warning in place about this on the door.
Offers & Events
Location
Wartling Road
Herstmonceux, BN27 1 RN
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This page was last updated on 08 Mar 2021