Families and general public

You can book time slots to come into the Science Centre from 9.30am to 2pm. Once you're in, you’re welcome to stay all day!

All tickets must be booked online in advance - you can even book on the day of your visit if there's space.

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  • Weekends and school holidays - details below
    • 9:30am to 5pm
  • Weekdays during term time
    Closed Open for school groups only
  • 24th, 25th and 26th December
    Closed

Our school holiday dates

  • Summer holidays: Saturday 19th July to Wednesday 3rd September 2025
  • October half term: Friday 24th October to Monday 3rd November 2025
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Schools and uniformed groups

Want to visit with your school or uniformed group? We welcome school every week during term time. We also have monthly uniformed group events. All you need to do is book your visit and get set to have a great time.

Find out all about visiting with schools and groups
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Join the Curiosity Club

Spend the next 12 months making new discoveries with an annual membership. Get free entry, discounted tickets to The Planetarium and lots of special extras!

Join us with an annual membership
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Live science fun!

Science Live is back at the Science Centre! Experience thrilling live demonstrations and uncover the wonders of science in action like never before.

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What's On

Take a look at our upcoming events here at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium,

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