Go behind the scenes at the Royal Observatory! With talks, tours, demos and crafts so you can find out more about the amazing astronomy and scientific innovations taking place on Blackford Hill.
The Royal Observatory in Edinburgh is a working site where cutting-edge science takes place every day. Meet scientists and engineers who work at The UK Astronomy Technology Centre, Edinburgh University's Institute for Astronomy and the Higgs Centre for Innovation at Doors Open Days on 28 and 29 September.
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