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21 November 2008

The Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell

The look Out The Look Out Discovery Centre
Set in 2,600 acres of Crown Estate Woodland, The Look Out Discovery Centre is open 7 days a week from 10am - 5pm offering nature trails, a children's adventure play park, coffee shop and gift shop. With a combination of indoor science exhibits and outdoor adventure, there is plenty to keep everyone happy whatever the weather.

Congratulations to

Sally Knipe

from Ashstead Surrey

Congratulations to

Miss S. Fallon

from London NW6

We hope you enjoy your day!

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Competition

Due to the popularity of the previous competition we ran for The Discovery Centre Bracknell, we have two more family tickets on offer - just in time for half term! Email your details to London@whatson4kids.com by the end of Tuesday 22nd May. Competition now closed

Location and Opening Times

The Look Out Discovery Centre
Nine Mile Ride
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 7QW

Tel: 01344 354400
Fax: 01344 354422
Email: thelookout@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
From the M3 take Junction 3
From the M4 take Junction 10
The Look Out Discovery Centre is opposite Coral Reef - look out for the brown signs 3 miles from Bracknell Town Centre

Pricing Information

The Look Out Admission Prices 2006/07
Prices valid from 1st April 2006 until 31st March 2007. Carers allowed in free.


Hands-On Science Exhibition

 

Adult

£5.20

Under 16/ Student/60+/Disabled

£3.45

Carers for visitors with a Disability

Free

Under 4s

Free

Saver Ticket

£13.85

(2 adult/2 children or 1 adult/3 children

 

 

 

Shows

£1.60

 

 

Schools/Groups

 

Under 16s

£3.15

Under 4s Group Bookings

£3.15

45 minute Special Needs visit

£2.10

 

 

Half Price: After 4pm

 

Adult

£2.65

Under 16/Student/60+/Disabled

£1.75

Saver Ticket

£6.95

 

 

Parent and Toddler (Term Time Only)

£4.20

 

 

Birthday Parties

 

Hot Menu

£9.85

Cold Menu

£9.35

Self Catering

£5.55

Self Catering (no room hire)

£5.05

 

 

Loyalty Card

 

Adult

£20.80

Child

£13.85

Family

£55.40

(2 adult/2 children or 1 adult/3 children)

 

Science and Nature Exhibits

Over 70 interactive exhibits designed to entertain and educate children and adults of all ages.
Forces and Movement Zone
It’s time to lift off! Launch a hydrogen rocket, spin a giant orb, or send a huge hot air balloon skyward.
Light and Colour Zone
See yourself in a new light when you gaze through the looking glass.
Woodland and Water Zone
Design a tree, do your own leaf rubbing or crawl through a giant mole hole.
Body and Perception Zone
Challenge your body and brain. Find out how fast your reactions are on Batak or challenge your mind on the Puzzle carousel.
Solomon the Robot Owl
Meet the wise owl - ask him a question - he may even tell you a joke!
Sound and Rhythm Zone
Play on a Giant Keyboard or an Electronic Drum Kit. Talk, sing or whistle and see your sound waves displayed on the computer screen.
To avoid disappointment, please note that the exhibits and zones may change throughout the year.

I Wanna Be A Bug!

7th May - 20th July 2007
Show times are 11am, 12 noon, 2pm and 3.15pm. Please note that a minimum of 10 people are needed for a show to proceed.

  • How can bugs walk on the ceiling without falling off?
  • What is the fastest bug on 6 legs?
  • What happens when bug go into space?
  • Do you know how bugs see?
  • Which bug performs the Mexican wave?
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