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Mysteries of Space - May Half Term

Explore the unanswered questions about space with us this May half-term! From strange pictures of space to tricks of the eye, find out the stories behind these mysteries.
  • 24th May - 1st Jun 2025
  • Free Drop-in Talks and Workshops
  • Included in Annual Pass
  • Something for All the Family
  • Half-Term Adventure

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Set off on a cosmic quest to uncover the mysteries of space

Join us for an interactive family experience that will ignite curiosity and inspire young minds to wonder what might be out there.  

Don’t miss this fun, educational, and fascinating investigation—perfect for curious minds and future explorers. 

Please Note: To ensure the best experience for everyone during this busy half-term period, ticket numbers have been limited. Guarantee your entry by booking in advance.

Activities

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    Do Aliens Exist?

    What are the chances that aliens are out there? Starting with all the planets in the universe, the Discovery team will help narrow down the chances of finding a habitable planet. What will your investigation uncover? 

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    Make Your Own Arecibo Message

    What do you think aliens need to know about humankind? Learn all about the Arecibo message and then create your own interstellar letter and include whatever you would like to tell extraterrestrials about! 

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    Unsolved?

    Join our Discovery Team and explore the biggest mysteries of space. Have we managed to solve them all, or are the answers still out there? 

Planetarium Shows

Included in your first visit is one of our award-winning shows in the UK’s largest planetarium. Annual Pass holders can book an additional show upon arrival, subject to availability, for £3 per person.

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    The Great Solar System Adventure

    Join "The Great Schiaparelli" on a daring space-time adventure in his wondrous Observatorium. From Mercury’s scorching surface to Pluto’s icy expanses, experience the dangers and beauty of our Solar System on a breathtaking tour that highlights how precious Earth truly is. But beware—this show will take you into some of the deadliest spots in space. It’s going to take some fancy flying to get everyone back in one piece!

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    We Are Aliens

    Are there other civilisations out there? Will we one day connect with them? Or is it just us? In other words, are we alone?

    Explore these important questions in this show, narrated by none other than actor Rupert Grint, famous for his role in the Harry Potter movies.

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    Tour of the Night Sky

    Join a member of our Discovery team for an immersive Planetarium experience, sit back and relax as we journey together through the wonders of the Universe. Your presenter will guide you around the current, seasonal, night-time sky before venturing into space for a unique perspective of Earth and other more distant celestial objects.