Science Exhibitions & Planetarium - Winchester Science Centre & Planetarium

Spark curiosity in your little ones at Winchester Science Centre!

Watch our video to find out what you can expect from an action-packed day out at the Science Centre.

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NEW! Curiosity Badge nights for uniformed groups

A fun way to spark curiosity in science

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£1.1m plan to create an inclusive and accessible experience for all starts in June 2019

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The Ultimate STEM School Trip

An all-inclusive experience to spark curiosity in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), with up to 60% subsidy for eligible schools.

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Book online at least three days in advance and save 25% on General Admission Book Now

***Please note that our planetarium will be closed between Monday 3 and 23 June, whilst a major upgrade of the system takes place. The rest of the centre will be open as normal, including our hands-on exhibition floor and exciting programme of weekend live shows and activities.***

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Today 16 June

Planetarium Upgrade (3 - 23 June)

Today 16 June

Robots and Future Tech

Saturday 29 June

Armed Forces Day

Visitor's info

An exciting family destination, Winchester Science Centre is the South of England's interactive science and technology centre with the largest standalone planetarium in the UK. Open 7 days a week, we provide exciting, hands-on science experiences to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of great scientists!

With two floors of fascinating, interactive science exhibits, stunning South Downs National Park surroundings and a vibrant events programme, the Science Centre makes for a brilliant action-packed family day out whatever the weather!

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