Up coming events.

Join us this summer for a popular daytime night's sky experience! We're excited to bring our inflatable planetarium back to Stowe House with two family-friendly shows.

We Are Aliens - For families - children ages 6+
Explore how our understanding of life on Earth guides the exploration of alien life elsewhere in the Universe. During the show you visit Mars, Europa, and distant Exoplanets to help answer the ultimate question: are we alone? An immersive experience that perfectly balances science, education, and family entertainment. Narrated by Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley from Harry Potter.)

Shows will run on the hour at 10:00am, 12:00pm & 3:00pm. The show will last approximately 45 minutes.

An Incredible Introduction to our Night Sky - For ages 6+
An easy to understand and informative, presenter-led tour of our night sky by award-winning UK Astronomy founder Ross Hockham. With a breathtaking look at our night sky projected all around you, Ross will guide you through our neighbouring constellations and the solar system, as well as venturing into deep space. This is an interactive talk with time for questions. Suitable for families.

Shows will run on the hour at 11:00am, 2:00pm & 4:00pm. The show will last approximately 45 minutes.

Essential info:
• Guests will need to be able to walk unaided to access the inflatable planetarium, and all seating is on the planetarium floor for the duration of the show.
• No children under 6 years are permitted and all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Arrival time is 10 minutes before the performance, no entry once the show has begun due to the air-sealed entry and exit points.
• Shows last between 35-45 minutes with additional time to allow safe entry and exit into the planetarium.
• Your ticket is valid only for your chosen show time. If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee entry to a later showing on the same day.
• Please note your ticket does not include access to the Stowe House State Rooms and Discovery Centre or Stowe National Trust Gardens. Access to the planetarium shows only.

Back by popular demand! Following the success of our previous events, UK Astronomy returns to Stowe House for another evening of stargazing in this stunning historic setting.

In partnership with Stowe House, we invite you to join us for an introductory talk exploring the planets and stories of our solar system, followed by outdoor observing on the South Front. Using UK Astronomy's own telescopes, and guided throughout by our experienced UK Astronomy volunteers, you'll learn how to navigate the night sky and observe planets and constellations as darkness falls.

If cloud cover prevents stargazing, the evening will continue indoors with a second astronomy talk, ensuring a full and engaging experience regardless of the weather.

You're welcome to bring your own binoculars or telescope, although UK Astronomy will provide all observing equipment for the evening. Due to limited time, we're unable to assist with setup or provide individual support for personal telescopes.

No previous knowledge is needed and questions are encouraged throughout the evening.

Essential info:
• Timings: 6-9pm.
• Light refreshments are included in the ticket price.
• Dress Comfortably: Wrap up warm and wear appropriate footwear for a winter's evening outdoors.
• Suitable for: This event is perfect for families, as we welcome young and old alike. Discover together, learn together, and create lasting memories under the stars.