Space Exploration at the Planetarium
Explore the past present and future of the universe and the magic of the night sky in warmth & comfort, together with live expert commentary delivered by our professional astronomers
Questions are welcome after the show.
Our Star Projector and Stunning Full Dome Images
Using our special star projector we project images on the dome and show the stars and other objects in the night sky. full dome shows feature stunning immersive video and breathtaking images.
How to Choose & Use A Telescope.
Saturday 21st September 1.00pm
Course fee: £18 per person. Maximum 25 places
This is an extremely popular course. Please book early to ensure your place.
If you are thinking of getting or giving a Telescope for Christmas, this course is a must to save money and disappointment.
Looking to purchase a telescope but not sure where to begin?
Already own a telescope but not sure how to use it?
Come to the Planetarium for a friendly, informative afternoon under the expert guidance of Dr John Mason, where you will find out everything you need to know about choosing and using your own telescope.
To secure your place you will need to complete the application form:
Download your application form.
Download the course timetable.
Please then print off, complete form and post it back to the Planetarium, enclosing payment. Thank you.
School Shows
As an educational charity we provide shows for Schools at a special price. For further information visit our Schools page or call 01243 774400
Plan your own event
As well as public and school shows we provide facilities for events such as birthday parties and private club events. See our 'Private Events' page for more details.
Our Presenters
John Mason MBE
Applied Physicist
John has been actively involved in astronomy and space science for almost 50 years. Past President of the British Astronomical Association, a full member of the International Astronomical Union and is currently Education Officer and Principal Lecturer at the South Downs Planetarium in Chichester. He lectures extensively in the UK and overseas on a wide range of scientific topics with a reputation as a passionate communicator of science. He has led many expeditions overseas to observe the Northern Lights, total solar eclipses and meteor showers. He is a frequent broadcaster on radio and television.
Graham Bryant
President of the Hampshire Astronomical Group
Graham has been involved in astronomy for the past 50 years and is currently a Trustee of the South Downs Planetarium and also President of the Hampshire Astronomical Group. Graham has been a supporter of the Planetarium for many years and has become more deeply involved since retiring from the Health Service in 2012. He teaches the Astronomy for Beginner’s course at a nearby observatory of which he is also the Chairman. Graham has for many years given talks to numerous outside organisations on astronomy and space flight. More recently, Graham has been an Aurora/Astronomy tour guide, leading a number of trips to Iceland and Norway.
Meryl Goulbourne
Citizen Scientist
Meryl has discovered more than 70 Supernovas and other transient items. She actively participates in the LIGO and VIRGO experiment analysis as well as mapping the Bennu asteroid. Meryl also engages with ‘Outreach’ activities including Schools, Dark Sky events and observing evenings and is an active ‘Citizen Scientist' with the Zooniverse Project’. She is also an authority on Meteorites.
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