The most amazing place, ever. For all the labelling in the world, and yes Minnewater Park is picturesque, but this place is romantic. Tranquil, beautiful, serene.......
Not sure you can actually drive here, as I was stopped by three people asking me, but think the car park is a ways down the woodland walk at the nature centre, then continue on foot. An exceptional, no more than, 5-min walk.
Unfortunately (and as the website is not in English) and I failed to comprehend the full extent of a previous review ( Planetarium only open on Wednesday afternoon or in school holidays, nothing to do with arriving shortly before closing) and missed the opportunity of the full experience. However, despite nearly dying of fright when something flew into me (large, large dragonfly) and sat on my chest, I had the most relaxing time I can remember.
It would be exceptional with children (and or a dog) the possibilities are endless. I saw fallen trees to walk along into fields. Rainwater pools for exploring bugs, picnic tables, numerous benches - everywhere. I saw gorgeous bees. So rare now in the UK. The information centre had a ‘tree trunk’ with view holes for all the wildlife. Again nearly died of fright when happened upon a fox emerging from it.
A beautiful tea room.
And I only enjoyed the woods. There is so much more to do and enjoy. Easily a whole day to...
Read moreVery nice experience. I think more people should visit. This please is underappreciated. If you want to learn about the solar system and the universe this is the place to go. Very...
Read moreEen leuke ervaring om meer over de planeten en het universum te leren. Ook leuk om met kinderen te doen, de medewerkers geven veel uitleg op maat van kinderen. Voor 6€, 5€ voor kinderen, kun je een voorstelling volgen op de koepel van het planetarium, de zetels kunnen achteruit liggen zo heb je een goed zicht. Je krijgt ook de kans door een grote telescoop te kijken naar de hemel en zon, maar het moet wel goed weer zijn. Tijdens vakanties best vooraf reserveren het kan druk zijn. Vrijdagavond ook gratis toegang tot de telescoop om de sterrenhemel...
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