Green Templeton College

Celebrating over 250 years of the Radcliffe Observatory, the college together with the University of Oxford Astrophysics department will be offering historians on hand to answer questions and activities including a family friendly garden trail. Engage with passionate researchers, explore the universe through interactive activities like an infrared camera and a solar system model, and enjoy hands-on crafts perfect for kids. Stay updated on the latest space news, take guided tours of the historic observatory, and discover how you can contribute to scientific research through citizen science. www.gtc.ox.ac.uk

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the universe through hands-on activities and demonstrations, as well as exhibits on exoplanets and the solar system. There will be plenty of family friendly activities to enjoy and discover, so don’t miss out!

Explore the historic Radcliffe Observatory
Explore the Tower of the Winds
Guided tours of the grounds and gardens
Hands-on Astrophysics activities and demonstrations
Family friendly space-themed arts and crafts
Exhibits on the solar system and exoplanets

Timings & Tours

Sunday 14 September:

1200-1600

Location & directions

Green Templeton College, 43 Woodstock Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 6HG

Contact on day:

Anna Clark

Telephone number:

+441865242918

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Partial disabled access. Majority of areas are accessible other than the Tower and Common Room.

Additional information

Check out our online channels

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