Solar eclipse experience at Zip World

Wednesday 12th August 2026 from 17:00pm

Zip World London at ArcelorMittal Orbit

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London, London, E20 2AD, London

Experience the partial solar eclipse from 80 metres above London at Zip World London, located at the ArcelorMittal Orbit in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The evening includes access to the elevated viewing platform and a live talk from Go Stargazing astronomer and solar eclipse expert Mark Westmoquette, offering a spectacular setting to watch the eclipse over the London skyline.

Certified eclipse glasses, courtesy of Go Stargazing, will be provided for safe viewing of the Sun. Visitors can also choose a ticket including an immersive planetarium show and a ride on Helix, the world's longest and tallest tunnel slide. The event runs from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm and is weather dependent. Places are limited, so advance booking is recommended.

This event is organised by...

Planetarium Go!

Email: info@planetariumgo.co.uk
Website: https://planetariumgo.co.uk/

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For full details on how to attend this event, including how to book, please see the event's official website or contact the venue.

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