Royal Observatory Greenwich

Upcoming events at Royal Observatory Greenwich

Royal Observatory Greenwich is a museum in Blackheath. Near Here currently lists 17 upcoming events, including SEND family poetry workshop, Caribbean Takeover and Starlight Sessions.

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SEND family poetry workshop

Come along and enjoy these poetry workshops for children under 13 years with special educational needs

Thu 23 Jul11:30Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Caribbean Takeover

Join the Caribbean Social Forum as they take over the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House for another spectacular year of celebration

Sat 25 Jul11:00Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Starlight Sessions

Calling families of children with SEND to dance and get creative with Flamingo Chicks and the Royal Observatory

Tue 28 Jul12:00Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Windrush Food Culture exhibition

Visit this free exhibition exploring Windrush food culture and its impact on Britain through the decades: from the margins to the mainstream

Thu 30 Jul11:00Royal Observatory Greenwich

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ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition

See the world's greatest space photography at the National Maritime Museum

Mon 3 Aug11:00Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Members' solar observing

Learn how to view the Sun safely using special solar telescopes with the Flamsteed Astronomy Society

Thu 6 AugRoyal Observatory Greenwich

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Members' solar observing

Learn how to view the Sun safely using special solar telescopes with the Flamsteed Astronomy Society

Thu 6 Aug19:30Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Partial solar eclipse 2026 LIVE

Join the Royal Observatory Greenwich live online to watch the 90% partial solar eclipse visible from the UK

Wed 12 Aug07:10Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Partial solar eclipse 2026 LIVE

Join the Royal Observatory Greenwich live online to watch the 90% partial solar eclipse visible from the UK

Wed 12 Aug19:15Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Wellbeing walk with Lira Valencia: Greenwich Park

Join outdoor content creator, community builder and nature enthusiast Lira Valencia for a guided nature walk through Greenwich Park for young people aged 16-25

Wed 19 Aug03:30Royal Observatory Greenwich

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International Slavery Remembrance Day

Explore the relationship between remembrance and reparative practice at the National Maritime Museum and Queen's House

Sun 23 Aug12:00Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Live Music

DEBUT at the Queen’s House

Come to an evening of enchanting classical music as part of DEBUT's acclaimed 'Secret Concerts' series

Thu 3 SeptRoyal Observatory Greenwich

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Members' private view: ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2026

View the brand-new exhibition of the world's greatest space photography, and learn more about the amazing winning and shortlisted images

Thu 24 Sept07:30Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Members' private view: ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2026

View the brand-new exhibition of the world's greatest space photography, and learn more about the amazing winning and shortlisted images

Thu 24 Sept19:30Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Kõmij Mour Ijin/Our Life is Here

Reflections on nuclear testing and climate change in the Marshall Islands – a contemporary art exhibition at the National Maritime Museum

Sun 4 Oct11:00Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Afternoon Frequencies

Free live electronic music in the Great Hall at the Queen's House

Fri 23 OctRoyal Observatory Greenwich

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An Introduction to Life in the Universe

Are we alone in the Universe? Join this online adult course for an introduction to astrobiology and an exploration of how astronomers search for alien life

Mon 2 NovRoyal Observatory Greenwich

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