# South Downs Planetarium Science Centre, Chichester — Reviews & Visitor Info > Journey through the cosmos at this family-friendly planetarium housed in the Sir Patrick Moore Building, featuring immersive star shows and hands-on science exhibits with full wheelchair access. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chichester/attractions/south-downs-planetarium-science-centre (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Planetarium # South Downs Planetarium Science Centre Sir Patrick Moore Building, Kingsham Farm Kingsham Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=780930574790823727&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [South Downs Planetarium & Science Centre](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/104301742492108909921) **In short:** South Downs Planetarium Science Centre is a planetarium in Chichester, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 150 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About South Downs Planetarium Science Centre Journey through the cosmos at this family-friendly planetarium housed in the Sir Patrick Moore Building, featuring immersive star shows and hands-on science exhibits with full wheelchair access. ## What's nearby - Chichester Motorcycle Training 250m away - Chichester High School 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Douglas Law](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117608829561901719695/reviews) ★★★★★ Who knew this even existed! I have holidayed in the area several times in the last few years and not even heard of it. It is rather tucked away, but worth seeking out. The 'family' show was excellent, everyone from 13 to 79 in our family enjoyed it. We'll worth a visit. · via Google [Sasha Distan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113936065337425662015/reviews) ★★★★★ A wonderful place to visit! We attended a family fun day and it was excellent. There were 3 different film showings in the planetarium - we saw 2 of these with a break in-between. Moon Landings and the Hunt for Alien Life. Both very good and visually very exciting. All the volunteers were excellent and very friendly. We were shown different kinds of rocks and fossils, maps of Mars showing evidence of rivers, handled meteorite samples, and got to look at the sun through specialist telescopes. Other activities included: dressing up, giant night sky jigsaw, and crafts including colouring in, making a comet, and visiting the ISS using VR headsets. The kids enjoyed themselves very much. Gift shop was small and excellent: 95% under £4, good pocket money prices. Full disabled access, inc toilets. · via Google [S Sharma](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105296976136355493110/reviews) ★★★★★ Visited with my son recently and would highly recommend the show. Amazing and engaging presenter passionate about the planets. Wonderful staff who volunteer their time so we can enjoy the experience. Thank you. · via Google [Smilynn Z](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107261862235370405985/reviews) ★★★★★ Very educational place to visit. The dome is really impressive to sea the stars and Mars landing, etc. But it does have a lot of ppt slides in the show. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4874528c055e0a75:0xad66c3860a60f2f!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** High School Campus, Sir Patrick Moore Building Kingsham Farm, off Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8EB [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.8269811%2C-0.7782258) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (150 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 9+ **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Chichester [More attractions in Chichester](https://staycation.co.uk/chichester/attractions) ★ 4.7 (150 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.southdowns.org.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01243 774400](tel:01243774400) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chichester **Postcode** PO19 8EB **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C2XR6GC+QP [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4874528c055e0a75:0xad66c3860a60f2f!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4874528c055e0a75:0xad66c3860a60f2f!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4874528c055e0a75:0xad66c3860a60f2f!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Chichester Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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South Downs Planetarium Science Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### How do I contact South Downs Planetarium Science Centre? 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