Winchester Science Centre (previously known as INTECH) is a hands-on, interactive, science and technology centre located in Morn Hill, just outside the city of

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. The centre opened in 2002 after grants from

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, IBM, SEEDA and

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to replace an existing facility. It is a

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under English law. The centre houses a range of interactive exhibits, aimed at a core audience of children aged 5–12 years old. The

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seats 168.

Description

The centre has two floors of hands-on science exhibits and a planetarium, with a programme of full-dome films and presenter-led shows. A new zone "Explorer Space "opened in 2018. The Invention Studio allows children to explore science-themed activities. Additionally, the centre's education team runs workshops for schools. As part of STEMNET in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, the centre organises STEM Ambassadors who volunteer their time to secondary schools. There are monthly "After Dark" events and space lectures for adults.

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External links

Official site
Museums in Hampshire Education in Winchester Educational institutions established in 2002 Planetaria in the United Kingdom 2002 establishments in England Science centres in England Charities based in England