Horizon - the Planetarium

Horizon live

(20 minutes)

As part of every Horizon - the Planetarium show, Horizon’s expert presenters take you on a guided tour through the stars, planets and current astronomical events in the night sky. Visit neighbouring planets, observe Moon phases or catch a ride with a comet, as we take an amazing live journey into space.

Solar System tour

Years 4-7

Take a tour through space and investigate the members of our Solar System. Get up close and personal with the planets, dwarf planets, asteroids and more.

Science as a Human Endeavour, Science Understanding

Cosmic Catalogue (optional)

Day light, dark night

Years 1-3

Discover what makes day 'day’ and night 'night’.

Science Understanding

The International Space Station

Years 4-7

Visit the International Space Station. Find out what’s happening aboard the ISS and what it’s like to live and work in space.

Science as a Human Endeavour, Science Understanding

Moon phases

Years 3-7

Here on Earth, the shape of the Moon appears to change. Leave Earth behind and launch into space as we find out why this happens.

Science Understanding 

Space probes

Years 5-7

These hardy mechanical explorers boldly scour the depths of space, helping us to better understand the Universe. Go where no-one has gone before, follow one such mission and make new discoveries.

Science as a Human Endeavour, Science Understanding