Forget the “look but don’t touch” rule you learned in school. This place is built on the opposite principle: touch everything. There are over 100 interactive exhibits, and they’re designed to make you feel like a mad scientist who’s been given unlimited lab time.
You can build a rollercoaster, test your scream level, or try to launch a rocket just by cranking a wheel. Pro tip: bring a friend, because you will both be arguing about who did it wrong.
The Planetarium: The Real Star
Now, let’s talk about the Planetarium—because it’s the crown jewel of this whole operation. It’s a giant dome that sucks you into space, with a 4K laser projector that makes the stars look close enough to touch.
I sat down for a “space flight” show, and within five minutes, I forgot I was in Hampshire. I was floating near Jupiter, feeling both tiny and infinitely curious. Side note: if you’re prone to motion sickness, maybe sit at the back—the “warp speed” parts are real.
