
Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium
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A mobile planetarium visits Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park on 12 December 2026. The event takes place at the Church Road entrance in Layer de la Haye, Colchester. Admission costs between £10.00 and £15.00.
Putting the WOW factor into Science and Space!
Join Essex Wildlife Trust, Andrew Green Director of the StarDome and our astronomy volunteers from Tiptree Star Gazers for an evening that will be truly out of this universe on Saturday 12 December.
The planetarium experience is one that people young and old alike will remember for many years. When the dome lights dim to a gasp from the audience you will see 3000 stars appear in a perfect night sky free from light pollution.
If the weather permits our astronomy volunteers will be manning scopes so that the night stars can be seen on the evening too. If it is too cloudy then they will give a talk.
Session one 6.00pm – 8.00pm
StarDome 6.00 – 6.45
Stargazing with Tiptree Star Gazers 7.00 – 7.45
Session two 7.00pm – 9.00pm
StarDome 7.00 – 7.45
Stargazing with Tiptree Star Gazers 8.00 – 8.45
Session three 8.00pm – 10.00pm
StarDome 8.00 – 8.45
Stargazing with Tiptree Star Gazers 9.00 – 9.45
Light refreshments will only be available to purchase in-between show times (so when the dome isn’t in use).
Please only arrive just before your session starts as the centre needs to be quiet when the Dome is in use.
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Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 18:00.
Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium is held at Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park in Colchester (Church Road, Layer de la Haye, CO2 0EU).
Tickets for Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium range from £10 to £15. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium
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A mobile planetarium visits Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park on 12 December 2026. The event takes place at the Church Road entrance in Layer de la Haye, Colchester. Admission costs between £10.00 and £15.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Putting the WOW factor into Science and Space!
Join Essex Wildlife Trust, Andrew Green Director of the StarDome and our astronomy volunteers from Tiptree Star Gazers for an evening that will be truly out of this universe on Saturday 12 December.
The planetarium experience is one that people young and old alike will remember for many years. When the dome lights dim to a gasp from the audience you will see 3000 stars appear in a perfect night sky free from light pollution.
If the weather permits our astronomy volunteers will be manning scopes so that the night stars can be seen on the evening too. If it is too cloudy then they will give a talk.
Session one 6.00pm – 8.00pm
StarDome 6.00 – 6.45
Stargazing with Tiptree Star Gazers 7.00 – 7.45
Session two 7.00pm – 9.00pm
StarDome 7.00 – 7.45
Stargazing with Tiptree Star Gazers 8.00 – 8.45
Session three 8.00pm – 10.00pm
StarDome 8.00 – 8.45
Stargazing with Tiptree Star Gazers 9.00 – 9.45
Light refreshments will only be available to purchase in-between show times (so when the dome isn’t in use).
Please only arrive just before your session starts as the centre needs to be quiet when the Dome is in use.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park. Searching near Church Road, Layer de la Haye, CO2 0EU; check-in Saturday, 12 December 2026.
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WhereEssex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park
Church Road, Layer de la Haye, CO2 0EU
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium?
Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium taking place?
Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium is held at Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park in Colchester (Church Road, Layer de la Haye, CO2 0EU).
How much are tickets for Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium?
Tickets for Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium range from £10 to £15. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir Nature Discovery Park can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium?
Tickets for Abberton Stardome - Mobile Planetarium can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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