South Downs Planetarium

South Downs Planetarium South Downs Planetarium is an exciting place for people of all ages to visit. It’s out of this world!

The Southdowns Planetarium and Science Centre is a charitable organisation set up to promote science and, in particular, Astronomy. Based in Chichester the Planetarium provides Public Shows on Astronomy on selected days, including most Sunday, Fridays and school holidays, all presented by the very knowledgeable Dr John Mason. Its primary aim is, however, to provide educational support in science t

o visiting schools from West Sussex and Hampshire. The Charitable Trust is a self funded organisation and any support you can provide is most welcome. Visiting a public show is not only fascinating but helps support science education in the area.

Looking for weekend plans? Our shows are suitable for everyone aged 6+ www.southdowns.org.uk Booking is highly recommend...
28/08/2026

Looking for weekend plans? Our shows are suitable for everyone aged 6+ www.southdowns.org.uk Booking is highly recommended.

13/08/2026

12/08/2026: This was taken north of Madrid by one of our amateur astronomer volunteers, using only a smartphone. Please post your pictures of the eclipse and let us know where you observed from!

On Wednesday 12th August 2026 a spectacular partial solar eclipse will be visible in our western skies between 6:08pm - ...
08/08/2026

On Wednesday 12th August 2026 a spectacular partial solar eclipse will be visible in our western skies between 6:08pm - 8:10pm with the maximum of upto 95% coverage of the Sun by our Moon between 7:05pm-07:16pm. Stay safe with eclipse glasses conforming to international safety standard ISO 12312-2:2015(E). NEVER look directly at the Sun. Sunglasses will not prevent damage to your eyes.

Join us at the South Downs Planetarium in Chichester for our Space Family Fun Days starting this weekend! Incredible jou...
24/07/2026

Join us at the South Downs Planetarium in Chichester for our Space Family Fun Days starting this weekend! Incredible journeys of discovery for everyone aged 5+. Please book early to avoid disappointment: https://www.southdowns.org.uk/events.html

Keep the whole family entertained and join us for one of our Family Fun Days this month! Tickets normally sell out so pl...
21/07/2026

Keep the whole family entertained and join us for one of our Family Fun Days this month! Tickets normally sell out so please book in advance to avoid disappointment. Suitable for anyone aged 5+ www.southdowns.org.uk/events

Our Planetarium Christmas festivities are now in full flow, come and join in!
26/11/2025

Our Planetarium Christmas festivities are now in full flow, come and join in!

We’re getting ready for this years Space Family Fun Days on 28-30th October! Please visit our website for more informati...
18/10/2025

We’re getting ready for this years Space Family Fun Days on 28-30th October! Please visit our website for more information and tickets.

It was a pleasure to welcome you Jess Brown-Fuller!
12/06/2025

It was a pleasure to welcome you Jess Brown-Fuller!

💫☄️🌌 My Friday last week started with an exploration of the dark night skies above us at the South Downs Planetarium, an incredible place run entirely by volunteers and hosting over 150 school groups every year.
Their biggest challenge is the prohibitive cost of transport for local schools to get to the planetarium, even with its great transport links being so close to the bus and train station Chichester.
They also run one-off events throughout school holidays and you can find out about those events on their website and social media.

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Sir Patrick Moore Building, Kingsham Farm, Kingsham Road
Chichester
PO198RP

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