From galaxy-wide space travel to hopping backwards and forwards in time, Sci-Fi movies love to push the boundaries of science and often blur the fanciful with the possible. In this light-hearted look at the genre, Rob Tate will look at some of the most iconic movies and address the science behind them, looking for not just the good and the bad but also the downright ugly.

This talk is targeted at a family audience, so whether you’re an Elliot Taylor or an Obi-wan-kenobi there should be something for everyone.

Please note:

Tickets are non-refundable.   

Our talks are generally family-friendly, any exceptions will be clearly stated in the event description above.  The observatory will be open for you to look around from 7.00 pm on the night of the talk.  You will have a chance to view the night sky if the weather cooperates, before or after the talk. 

We serve refreshments (tea, coffee, hot chocolate, squash) on site for very reasonable costs. 

We have limited parking at the observatory itself, so provided you don’t have mobility issues, you may be required to park at our overflow parking at Seething Aerodrome, about 200 m further down Toad Lane.

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