Step into a world of discovery at The Observatory Science Centre, located in the historic Herstmonceux Castle Estate near Hailsham, East Sussex. This award-winning, interactive science centre offers a truly hands-on experience for curious minds of all ages — whether you're 5 or 95!
Once part of the Royal Greenwich Observatory, the site is now a vibrant hub of science, space, and astronomy, offering over 100 exciting indoor and outdoor exhibits that let you explore the wonders of the universe through touch, play, and experimentation.
Get hands-on with light, sound, forces, and technology in engaging ways that make science fun and accessible. Walk among the giant historic telescopes, test your balance on the sensory walkway, explore the forces of nature in the outdoor discovery park, and uncover the mysteries of space in immersive displays.
