Overview
Since the beginning of spaceflight in the 1960s, mankind has witnessed a totally new experience: seeing the Earth from Space.
This phenomenon, coined the “Overview Effect” by space philosopher Frank White in 1987, has a profound impact on all who experience it.
Watching Earth from Space creates a powerful, cognitive shift in awareness – how we think about our surroundings, our connection to life and others, and finally, how we think about Earth. Many astronauts have given testimony to this profound panoptic perspective and became environmentalists after their return to Earth.
Head to Space Store Oxford for your magical Overview Effect experience.
Activities include:
- COUNTDOWN: Hear what the early pioneers of Space said when they saw Earth from Space.
- LIFT OFF: Understand how astronauts feel when they see Earth from Space and what effect it has on them when they return home to Earth.
- SPACE VOYAGE: Experience seeing Earth from space yourself and experience some of the same feelings astronauts experience. An approximately 25-minute VR session to experience the “Overview Effect” first hand. See Earth from Space and feel what astronauts may feel whilst in Space.
- TOUCH DOWN: Reflect on your experience and share it with others!
- 75 minutes
- £74.99 per person
- Space Store Oxford, 118 Covered Market, OX1 3DZ, Oxford (Get directions)
Booking
Select a date below. This will take you to a new page, where you can select the number of tickets.
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I See Earth Experience is brought to you in partnership with EarthScapeVR
FAqs
We believe that Space is for everyone! Our I See Earth Experience is perfect for adults who love Space. We also welcome children over the age of 15!
Activities include:
- COUNTDOWN: Hear what the early pioneers of Space said when they saw Earth from Space.
- LIFT OFF: Understand how astronauts feel when they see Earth from Space and what effect it has on them when they return home to Earth.
- SPACE VOYAGE: Experience seeing Earth from space yourself and experience some of the same feelings astronauts experience. An approximately 25-minute VR session to experience the “Overview Effect” first hand. See Earth from Space and feel what astronauts may feel whilst in Space.
- TOUCH DOWN: Reflect on your experience and share it with others!
Our staff are friendly and knowledgeable space enthusiasts guiding your experience. We all share a passion for Space, and inspiring people of all ages with the wonders of our Solar System and beyond.
There’s always different areas of Space we’re interested in – some of us are blown away by vastness of Space, or learning about the latest missions to our Moon and Mars, whilst some are passionate about the impact of space on our daily lives. Our team always love learning more about Space from our guests too, so come along with your best and favourite space facts!
Space is for everyone, and the Space industry requires all background from humanities to geology, and history to engineering. Your guide during the experience holds a minimum of bachelors degree.
You don’t need to bring anything to take part. We will provide all equipment required. Please note food and drink (except water) is not permitted in the shop.
Space Store Oxford is located in the open-aired historical Oxford Covered Market so we advise dressing comfortably and according to the weather!
Having a water bottle is always advised, as well as a smartphone if you wish to take any pictures for yourself during the experience.
Please note there are no toilets on our premises, but public toilets are available a 1-min walk away towards the back of the Covered Market.
The experience will generally have a maximum of 4 people participating. The experience takes places in our shop in the Oxford Covered Market and we want to ensure everyone taking part has enough space (no pun intended!). It can become a bit crowded with more than 4 people.
Payments must be made online at this time. Thank you for understanding. If this is an issue, please email us at [email protected] or call us on 01865 246698.
If you’ve purchased a Virgin Experience Days voucher, use the calendar above to select your dates and select Virgin Voucher at the checkout.
Please see our safeguarding policy here
Space Store Oxford is located at 118, Covered Market, Oxford, OX1 3DZ – opposite Nothing Jewellery. Located at the red star in the map below.
Space Store Oxford is located at 118, Covered Market, Oxford, OX1 3DZ – opposite Nothing Jewellery.
By car: If you are travelling by car, please be aware that the Covered Market is located in the centre of Oxford so for easy parking, we recommend using one of Oxford’s five Park & Ride sites.
- Further in-city parking can be found at the Westgate centre. The in-town bus stops and Westgate centre are an approx. 5-10 min walk away from The Covered Market.
- Please allow plenty of time to make it to the store from your travel end point. Oxford City Centre can be very busy, particularly on weekends.
By public transport: Click here for advice on travelling by public transport.
- If you are coming to Oxford by train, be sure to come to the “Oxford” station and NOT the “Oxford Parkway” station. From the Oxford station it is about a 10 minute walk to the Covered Market.
If you are travelling by car, please be aware that the Covered Market is located in the centre of Oxford so for easy parking, we recommend using one of Oxford’s five Park & Ride sites.
Further in-city parking can be found at the Westgate centre. The in-town bus stops and Westgate centre are an approx. 5-10 min walk away from The Covered Market.
Please allow plenty of time to make it to the store from your travel end point. Oxford City Centre can be very busy, particularly on weekends.
At Space Store, we strive for 100% customer satisfaction. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your experience at Space Store, please email us at [email protected]. We aim to respond within 2 working days.
