The Royal Observatory Greenwich, built in 1675, marks its 350th anniversary this year. A £77 million renovation project, named 'First Light,' will enhance visitor experience with a new entry pavilion, accessible routes to the Great Equatorial Telescope, and refreshed galleries. The renovations aim to inspire audiences and promote understanding of astronomy. Work will commence in September 2025, and the project is expected to conclude by spring 2028, having secured £50.5 million of funding thus far.
Founded 350 years ago, the Royal Observatory Greenwich is Britain's oldest purpose-built scientific institution. It is the birthplace of modern astronomy and the home of the Prime Meridian and Greenwich Mean Time.
Through this project we aim to inspire new audiences and advance our remit as a place for the public understanding of astronomy as decreed by our Royal Warrant.
The project, called 'First Light' will add a new entry pavilion and garden walk, accessible routes to the Great Equatorial Telescope and Planetarium...
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