A yellow stone observatory building set in a garden with grass verges and blossoming purple wisteria.

Green Templeton College

Sunday 14 September
12:00-16:00
Drop-in

What's on

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.

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

 

  • Disabled access: Partial disabled access. The majority of areas are accessible other than the Tower and Common Room
  • Activities available for children and young people
  • Toilets available (including disabled)