The Science Centre is open every day from 10:00am - 4:00pm
A 'Group' is a minimum of 10 persons.
Science Centre
£3.00 per child for independent childrens' groups. By childrens' groups we mean, for example, schools, Brownies etc., language schools and similar recognised groups. All teachers are free and child group leaders are free to the ratio of one to every six children. Thereafter the charge is £5.00 per adult.
£5.00 per person for adult groups .
Planetarium bookings. Click here for full details.
These charges apply only if your visit is pre-booked
Due to the nature of the exhibition and to enable the children to focus on the full opportunities they can gain from the exhibits, all children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
We welcome all visitors and try to make all areas as accessible as possible. Please let us know in advance if your group includes anyone with special needs as we are happy to discuss particular requirements to make your visit a rewarding experience.
There is a lift between the two floors.
We can organise subsidised transport to and from the centre which complies with the safety regulations. Costs depend on the distance from the centre.
We invoice the visiting party.
There is a cafeteria seating 100, plus additional outside terrace seating and picnic area.
We have a shop where the children can spend their pocket money; prices start from 15p, we also sell a range of educational books. Children can purchase badge kits at 25p from the shop.