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Lyrid meteor shower 2026: when and where to see it in the UK
What is it, when is it and where can I see the Lyrid meteor shower this year?
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Tours and talks at the Royal Observatory
Delve deeper into the history of time, space and navigation with talks and tours at the Royal Observatory
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Royal Observatory Treasures Tour
Explore some of the Royal Observatory's most treasured objects with a guided tour
Royal Museums Greenwich
Royal Museums Greenwich is home to Royal Observatory Greenwich, the iconic historic sailing ship Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House
Cutty Sark
Step aboard the historic sailing ship, the fastest of its time
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Niki Gorick: Dock Life
A snapshot of the culture and communities of London’s docklands, on display at Cutty Sark
Top things to do at Cutty Sark
From the dizzy height of the main mast to the surprises below deck, step aboard and discover the best Cutty Sark has to offer
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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
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Easter holidays at the National Maritime Museum
Join our range of fun family activities taking place at the National Maritime Museum this Easter