Cuckmere Community Bus to and from The Observatory at The Observatory Science CentreCuckmere Community Bus to and from The Observatory at The Observatory Science Centre

We are delighted to be teaming up with The Cuckmere Community Bus to trial a circular service from Polegate railway station.

This has been made possible by a grant from East Sussex County Council under the Community Transport Development Fund provided by the Department for Transport.

Dates of operation are Fridays only as follows:
9th March, 13th April, 11th May, 8th June, 13th July,
10th August, 14th September, 12th October, 9th November
See website for timetable details.

The bus will drop off / pick up immediately outside the reception to The Centre.
This service will enable visitors without their own transport to visit this fantastic attraction, PLUS! If you present a valid Cuckmere Community Bus ticket (same day only) at reception, you will be entitled to a discounted admission of just £4 pp.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for educational visits Facilities for groups Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Regional Tourist Board Member Wheelchairs available

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Notes 9th March, 13th April, 11th May, 8th June, 13th July,
10th August, 14th September, 12th October, 9th November
   

Bus Route: Polegate Railway Station to The Observatory

 
 

Contact

Pat Isteed
Tel: 01323 832731
View the Cuckmere Community Bus to and from The Observatory websitewww.cuckmerebus.freeuk.com/49.htm
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Venue

The Observatory Science Centre

Herstmonceux Castle, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1RN

View the The Observatory Science Centre websitewww.the-observatory.org

See location of The Observatory Science Centre on Google maps.See location on Google maps.    

Map reference: TQ 646103  Lat: 49.90915  Long: -0.53605


Signposted from A272 Road at Herstmonceux two miles east of village on Boreham Street to Pevensey road. Look for sign to Herstmonceux Castle on A271 or A27

Parking : free

Self-assessed Accessibility Information

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid

  • special accessibility entrance

  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Has a ramp

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Vegetarian
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system

Notes

  • As an historic site, accessibility is very limited, especially where the telescope domes are concerned. It is provided wherever possible.
    In the cafe as much help as possible is given with dietary requirements.
    There is a special entrance with a ramp for the disabled as the main entrance is difficult.