Formerly known as TechniQuest Glyndŵr, the Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is brimming with science, exploration, and fun! In addition, the venue hosts a regular Astronomy Club aimed at younger astronomers.
Location events organiser
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre organises events at this location
Please contact Xplore! Science Discovery Centre directly with any enquiries relating to visiting this location
Email: [email protected]
Website: Xplore! Science Discovery Centre
Twitter: @xplorescienceuk
Facebook: Xplore! Science Discovery Centre
Weather forecast
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Weather forecast for Chirk (8.3 miles away) updated 06/02/26 at 12:00. Powered by Met Office data.
Local light pollution
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a suburban location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
The below chart shows when the skies will be at their darkest at this location and therefore the best time to visit. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing. See our dark sky calendar for more details.
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Find more dates
If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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