Herstmonceux Astronomy Festival 2022

Herstmonceux Astronomy Festival 2022

Friday 2nd September 2022 from 14:00pm to Sunday 4th September 2022 12:00pm

The Observatory Science Centre
Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1RN

The annual Astronomy Festival held at Herstmonceux Observatory is a unique opportunity for members of the public to camp out under the dark skies next to the telescope domes. The festival includes a full schedule of astronomical activities over the weekend, including talks and presentations, planetarium shows, solar observation, various stands and vendors, and observing through telescopes. This event is ideal for families. Book quick as these events always sell out quickly!

Please note that this has already taken place on 02/09/2022


Event organiser

Observatory Science Centre

Observatory Science Centre is organising this event

Please contact Observatory Science Centre directly for more details regarding this event or, if appropriate, contact the event venue.


Event booking

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