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Spooky Science
Price
£13–14.30
Standard day admission is £13 for adults and children; Gift Aid admission is £14.30. Children under 4 and carers are free.
Where
The Observatory Science Centre, Halley Road, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1RN
About
A Halloween daytime science programme featuring a spooky science show, a bat trail and electricity exhibits in the eeriest dome.
The Observatory’s Halloween programme combines a science show, a bat trail and themed electricity exhibits with the centre’s usual hands-on science activities. The activities form part of a daytime visit and use the standard admission ticket. Published dates include October weekends and every day of East Sussex half-term, 26 October–1 November 2026.
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Listed on the-observatory.org. Details can change, so check with the organiser before you go.