Herstmonceux Astronomy Festival 2023

Herstmonceux Astronomy Festival 2023

Friday 1st September 2023 from 14:00pm to Sunday 3rd September 2023 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 01/09/2023


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

For full details on how to attend this event, including how to book, please see the event's official website.

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