Deposits are non-refundable should you need to cancel your visit. We are happy to accommodate changes to the date of your visit where possible without loss of deposit, but this cannot be guaranteed.

Our team offers risk assessment advice, and we will send you further details closer to the date of your visit.

We can offer a range of activity worksheets for groups to complete. Please let us know if you are interested in more details.

Depending on the specific date of your visit, there may be general admission visitors on-site simultaneously. Please bear this in mind when planning your trip.

Parking is available on-site for minibuses and coaches. Please let us know if you require accessible parking spaces or EV charging for your vehicle.

A standard visit is based on around 30 pupils plus accompanying adults, at any one time.

Larger groups may be able to be accommodated by special arrangement subject to volunteer availability.

Please bring your own packed lunch and/or snacks as our café may not be available during your visit.

Remember to wrap up warm, as it can be cold outside and in the observatory.

Science and Astronomy pocket money toys and gifts will be available at the end of your visit.

We want everyone to enjoy our facility, but please be aware that using the main telescope involves climbing some steps.

If that’s not an option for some of your group members, don’t worry – we have smaller scopes outside that can also show you amazing sights.

Essential carers for children with additional needs are admitted free of charge and are included in the adult-to-child ratios above.

Please let us know if you have any special needs or worries, and we will do our best to help you.

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].